"That being said I do believe there's elements of science in design. The golden ratio perhaps or using concentric circles."

I agree here too, but I don't think these concepts are enough to influence every generation of design.

I think it's wonderful that there are artists creating right now that have never heard of prior art or scientific principles like the golden ratio. Just think how hard it would be to create innovative art with an entire list of per-requisites and scientific requirements.