Design process

“Create like a child, edit like a scientist” is a mindset that reminds us to be playful, curious, and non-judgmental at the start of the creative process. This piece unpacks what it means and why it matters.

Great design doesn’t happen in a silo and AI is changing how we work together. This post breaks down how cross-functional teams utilize co-creation, asynchronous feedback, and rapid iteration to solve real-world problems, without compromising speed or clarity.

Creativity thrives in curiosity, not conformity. Inspired by kindergarten thinking, this article explores how play, passion, and shared exploration can help designers unlock better ideas and enjoy the process more along the way.

Casual design requests often lack clarity, making it harder for you to do great work. Tiny Brief helps turn vague asks into structured, actionable briefs—so you get the information you need upfront. Use it to bring clarity, focus, and better collaboration to your design process.

A flexible workaround for Figma’s limited annotations feature, perfect for teams without full access or dev mode. Includes a free, customizable annotations component you can start using right away.

Why is expressing ideas so difficult? Learn how outlining helps reduce cognitive load, clarify your thoughts, and improve communication—especially for designers and knowledge workers.

Flow is a stunning animated film and a testament to creative independence. Made by a self-taught filmmaker without storyboards or a traditional pipeline, it proves that great work comes from curiosity, experimentation, and trusting the process. Here’s what Flow reveals about the creative journey.

Key lessons from Duolingo’s handbook on designing engaging, intuitive, and effective products. Learn how to balance fun, engagement, and long-term impact to create experiences users love—and keep coming back to.

While AI and code-first approaches are on the rise, design tools remain essential for collaboration and iteration. However, not every project requires a design process. Here’s when Figma is worth it—and when jumping straight into code makes sense.

o3, the latest iteration from OpenAI, builds on the success of earlier GPT models, with enhanced reasoning, coding, and problem-solving capabilities that are poised to transform design.

You don’t need perfect designs to make progress. This article shares practical ways for designers and engineers to collaborate effectively without waiting for pixel-perfect, high-fidelity designs. Learn to overcome bottlenecks, involve engineers early, and align as a team.

AI coding assistants and no-code platforms unlock new opportunities for designers, making it easier to experiment, prototype, and step into technical roles. As design becomes a key differentiator in a crowded market, now is the perfect time for designers to expand their horizons and skills.