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Figma's connected projects enable collaboration between separate teams, like agencies and clients, using their own paid plans. Admins manage access, security, and libraries, while each team covers its seat costs. Projects can be connected, shared, or disconnected, with plan limitations affecting features and the number of connected projects allowed. Figma plans to launch the new capability in the first half of 2025.
Demonstrated with Aloy from Horizon Forbidden West, Sony is testing AI-powered video game characters capable of real-time conversations. Using technology from Meta, OpenAI, and Sony's Mockingbird, the AI replicates speech and expressions. The project remains a prototype, with no plans for integration into games yet, amid concerns over industry job impacts.
Korean Air just refreshed its logo for the first time in 40 years following its $1.6 billion merger with Asiana Airlines. The new look, created by design firm Lippincott, features a sleeker Taeguk symbol, a custom typeface, and a simplified blue color scheme to give it a more premium feel. With this rebrand, Korean Air is setting the stage for global expansion while keeping its signature blue livery intact
Designers can use AI to overcome imposter syndrome by generating meaningful sample content, organizing positive feedback, and understanding business needs. These approaches help build confidence, improve iteration, and enhance communication of design impact.
UX designers can tackle imposter syndrome by using tools to enhance their work, refine ideas, and organize feedback. Instead of fearing change, they can focus on problem-solving and communicating their impact. Confidence comes from adapting, staying relevant, and proving their value in the field.
A 45-minute design battle between pro designer Brett Williams using Webflow and non-designer Henrik Westerlund using AI-driven Lovable highlighted key shifts in design. Williams won, but Westerlund's AI-assisted speed made it competitive. The match revealed how AI impacts design workflows, accelerating production but lacking the judgment and iterative decision-making of experienced designers.
Versatile design system with simple, top-level customization, it includes a robust token and style system and a wide range of highly functional, accessible components.
Created by designers, this tool speeds up your workflow by automating banner design.
The King's Trust has unveiled a new brand identity by ATTIK co-founder James Sommerville featuring a redesigned logo, wordmark, tagline, and style guide to highlight its mission and heritage. The design balances tradition and modernity, symbolizing connections and empowering young people.
Design that prioritizes collective well-being over personal convenience challenges hyper-individualism. Technology often centers individuals, but a radical shift embraces diverse needs and community input. Public services must move beyond personalization, fostering collaboration for truly inclusive solutions.
Design quality goes beyond metrics; it's felt through experiences. Companies like Apple and Airbnb succeed by crafting emotional connections, not just functionality. True quality arises when design and strategy align, creating lasting impressions. When businesses overlook design's long-term value, products may work but lack soul, failing to build loyalty or connection.
Designing custom SVG icons involves researching existing designs, refining the size and style, ensuring clarity and pixel fitting, optimizing file size, and abstracting path values for flexible cross-platform use.
Well-designed spaces involve thoughtful layouts, lighting, color choices, privacy, and natural elements that create environments that support comfort, focus, and positive behavior in work, home, and public settings.
AI tools provide an initial burst of energy but can lead to plateaus when decisions become difficult.