Product design

Pool Library: Built Fast to Fix My Own Annoyance

I kept losing design references I loved, so I built a quick, simple local library that keeps them - and saw how fast design is changing. Continue reading on Medium »

AI is hollowing out the middle of design, leaving an hourglass behind

For fifteen years, the design process kept growing while the time left for making the product kept shrinking. Continue reading on UX Collective »

Hamid Motahari: A Tradition Still Taking Shape

A carpet hangs from a wall, carrying the image of a cigarette. As it reaches the floor, the textile folds and crumples, recalling the… Continue reading on Medium »

Why Do Very Different Things End Up Solving Problems the Same Way?

Day 27 of Monkey Saw 125 Things- Continue reading on Medium »

What Deserves Your Attention?

AI-generated UI, What the AI era owes you, Amazing Glass, Jev for UX

The research you did last quarter changed nothing.

Research does not die from being bad. It dies from being ignored. Continue reading on Medium »

What Artificial Intelligence Still Gets Wrong About Printable 3D Models

AI can make a 3D idea look convincing very quickly. A printable model still has to survive its encounter with real material. Continue reading on Medium »

How to run a design review meeting that ends in a decision

A design review meeting now decides one thing: is it ready to build? Continue reading on Medium »

08 Best Logo Inspiration Websites for Designers

A curated list of the best logo design inspiration websites to discover identity systems, typography, symbols, and branding ideas. Continue reading on Muzli - Design Inspiration »

Control: Why We Need to Feel Like We’re in Charge

Day 26 of Monkey Saw 125 Things- Continue reading on Medium »

A Radio From 1958 Is Still Designing Your Phone

“Weniger, aber besser.” (Less, but better.) — Dieter Rams Continue reading on Medium »

What Does a Product Designer Do? A Complete Guide for 2026

rocess varies by organization, most digital product design projects follow a structured approach. Continue reading on Medium »

I Paid for Spotify Premium. Two Days Later, I Went Back to YouTube.

Spotify knows a lot about what we like. But does it always understand what we want to hear right now? A product designer’s perspective. Continue reading on Medium »

The pen that went viral with those anti-AI ads has 30% off right now

Rediscover the focus and creativity that comes with handwriting with the iconic pen used by James Bond.

Wall Decor Art Canva Print AI FIle Format

The Wall Decor Art Canva Print in AI File Format is a medium-sized print featuring a multicolor design on canvas, depicting a woman as its… Continue reading on Medium »

How to Become an AI Designer in 2026

A plain roadmap for students and juniors on what to learn, what to build, and what to show hiring managers. Continue reading on Muzli - Design Inspiration »

The iPhone 18 Pro just ended my affair with the iPhone Air

It was nice while it lasted. Kind of.

UX portfolio case study: show decisions, not process

Recruiters don’t require yet another double diamond diagram. What they want is proof of how you reason when the solution isn’t clear. Continue reading on Medium »

Looks Great in Figma. Now What?

A beautiful mockup is easy to admire. A good product has to work beyond the screenshot. Continue reading on Medium »

Nobody Reviewed the Screen. The Screen Was Still Governed.

Generative UI does not end governance. It changes what a human certifies, and it demands the authority to refuse. Continue reading on Enterprise Experience Architecture »

I Tried Claude With Figma on an 800+ Screen Project. It Never Reached the Hard Part

I tested AI-assisted interface generation before designing more than 800 interconnected enterprise screens. The test struggled with visual… Continue reading on UX Planet »

While we wait for GTA 6, the demo that inspired the original Grand Theft Auto's vehicle physics is now playable online

GTA has come a long way!

Most of what you have been taught about colour in UX is pseudoscience

Blue does not build trust. Red does not create urgency. Here is what colour actually does in a product, and how to think about it without… Continue reading on Medium »

AI-generated UI is fast design, not UX

I can publish regularly on Medium. So why can’t I finish my Portfolio?

The strange perfectionist loop that keeps designers from publishing their own work and how to break it. Continue reading on Bootcamp »

Who Designs AI-Powered Fan Engagement Features for Sports Clubs? — 2026 Guide

AI is changing what fan engagement means — but most clubs haven’t figured out what to build or who to build it with. Continue reading on Medium »

Design Team Promotion Framework: Timelines, KPIs, and What It Really Takes to Grow

AI is Making Average UI Easier to Create. Here’s Why That Makes Good UX Harder.

When everyone can generate a polished interface, looking good stops being enough. Continue reading on Muzli - Design Inspiration »

How to Turn a Flat Screenshot Into a 3D Mockup (Free, in Your Browser)

A step-by-step guide for landing pages, Product Hunt and App Store visuals. No Figma, no plugins, no sign-up. Continue reading on Medium »

This modern day iPod could be a dream come true for nostalgic MP3 player fans

Apple, take note.

ADHD & Product Design: Designing for Focus, Not Just Features

I downloaded a notes and reminders app designed to help people with ADHD take notes and set reminders, but the onboarding process and full… Continue reading on Medium »

Jaguar's controversial rebrand finally makes sense with the unveiling of the bold Type 01

It's a car design you'll either love or hate.

Jev: How to use it for better, faster, and cheaper user decisions in UX

Why designers need to stop reporting and start recommending at work

Sticky notes don’t help your team. They need your direction Continue reading on UX Collective »

Someone mapped every lighthouse on the planet. They run on a design system older than the web.

What can a century of lighthouses teach people who build design systems? Continue reading on Bootcamp »

Apple's best ever AirPods Pro are a massive $70 off for Prime Day

Right now you can get 30% the AirPods Pro 3

This beautiful wooden pen is less than $10 for Prime Day

Because a luxury writing implement needn't cost the earth.

This beautiful 3-in-1 coffee machine does everything you need – and it's $100 off this Amazon Prime Day

Ninja's bean-to-cup machine makes espresso, drip coffee and cold brew with minimal effort.

This cuddly toy emits the piercing wail of an AI data centre

Beezy is an adorable handmade toy with a hidden message.

The $55 GTA VI T-shirt design is actually perfect

Finally, we get a real-life version of Tommy Vercetti's iconic Vice City T-shirt.

When Does an Engineering Problem Become a Design Problem?

What a failed transaction taught me about becoming a Product Designer who solves problems, not just design screens. Continue reading on Medium »

Celebrate James Bond Day with these gifts for 007 fans

Memorablia, pens, puzzles and more.

Prompt as self-portrait, De-slopifying your designs, The strategic designer

Weekly curated resources for designers — thinkers and makers. Continue reading on UX Collective »

UI/UX Articles and Interesting Tidbits of the Week

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The Role of Sketching in Product Design

Sketching is an important part of the product-design process. It allows designers to quickly explore ideas, experiment with different… Continue reading on Medium »

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The Best Designs Don’t Give You More Choices. They Quietly Take Some Away.

Day 24 of Monkey Saw 125 Things- Continue reading on Medium »