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Common character combinations now become smart symbols in Figma in all fonts when "Use smart quotes/symbols" is enabled. This feature works in Figma, FigJam, and Slides, automatically converting (c), (R), (TM), arrows, and brackets into their corresponding symbols.
The US Democratic Party's apparent new donkey logo has sparked mixed reactions, with some supporters questioning its necessity and critics mocking its design. While some see it as a needed refresh, others argue it oversimplifies the party's identity, removes red from the color scheme, and prioritizes branding over more pressing political concerns.
Westminster's Victoria Embankment toilets have been redesigned with spacious, accessible facilities, and artistic details. Inspired by Tokyo's public restrooms, Hugh Broughton Architects aims to upgrade eight sites. Durable materials, hidden utilities, and a small entrance fee ensure maintenance, security, and civic responsibility in these revitalized spaces.
Dopamine addiction, driven by the pursuit of instant gratification, has led to a society increasingly reliant on digital stimulation. To combat its effects, strategies like digital detox, mindfulness, and responsible tech design can help foster focus and well-being.
Webflow built an in-house AI system using open-source tools to analyze design trends across hosted sites. This approach ensures privacy, reduces costs, and allows customization. The AI leverages vision-language models, vLLM for text generation, and SkyPilot for scalable deployment, enabling efficient, structured insights into web design elements and user preferences.
Hypotheses shape design by framing testable assumptions that clarify problems and guide learning. Structured questioning improves team understanding, enhances decision-making, and strengthens delivery progress. Influenced by Jobs to be Done, Lean Startup, and Lean UX, this approach highlights how designers provide essential structure, ensuring progress through intentional design choices and learning processes.
Create detailed mesh gradients with real-time previews, customizable layouts, and noise levels.
Sesame is an online platform that is purpose-built for brand expression. Graphics, motion, sound, and other brand or campaign creative can be templatized to accelerate and augment ideation, production, and iteration.
Empower your IDE with an AI extension that creates stunning, production-ready components inspired by the 21st.dev's UI library.
The Talk It Out campaign by GOOD Agency and Leerdammer, who partnered with YoungMinds to provide support and resources, uses humor to reduce youth mental health stigma. With a multi-channel approach, bold visuals, and school outreach, the initiative aims to spark conversations and guide young people toward mental health support.
The Six Nations Rugby rebrand introduced a modern visual identity to capture the tournament's energy better and engage new and existing fans. Despite initial backlash, the refresh has boosted social media engagement and broadcast numbers, with plans to attract a younger, more diverse audience while honoring the event's heritage.
Plaid fosters collaboration with “Design Jams,” reducing hesitation in seeking help. Loom videos expose design thinking and encourage early engineer involvement. CRIT sessions stay fresh through varied formats. “Polish reviews” by senior ICs ensure design precision before implementation. These strategies enhance teamwork, refine processes, and improve overall design quality.
The Belmont Vegan Leather Passport Holder combines practical design by Gladys Phan with Krystle Koo's focus on conscious craftsmanship and user experience.
Polyphonic's three-hour video explores music video history from early experiments to modern masterpieces.
Snapchat's new AI-powered lenses for Platinum subscribers feature realistic AR effects - updated weekly.