In memory and tribute to a true design leader, August de los Reyes.
A pioneer in establishing the principles of Inclusive Design, de los Reyes' empathy and vision for the power and purpose of design centered the human experience and recognized our fragile balance with nature. The principles below, were his vision for impactful design in the 21st century.
“For tens and thousands of years they have understood how to create harmonious systems of relationships between people, animals, land, and water.” - Dr. Dori Tunstall
“For tens and thousands of years they have understood how to create harmonious systems of relationships between people, animals, land, and water.” - Dr. Dori Tunstall
“For tens and thousands of years they have understood how to create harmonious systems of relationships between people, animals, land, and water.” - Dr. Dori Tunstall
Four leading AI thinkers debunk “AI clichés” and discuss diversity, bias, and the role of a designer in instilling responsibility in this time of change.
Throughout the past week, we muted ourselves with the goal of pausing, learning, and listening. We have gathered a living list of resources from our friends in the academic community, our associates, and our partners, and hope that it is helpful to you as well.
is about the durability of an idea. A design that would endure and serve multiple generations of people, while also minimizing harm on the ecosystems that sustain life.
“We see most hope for the future in collaboration and collective action, more than competition and individualism. This perspective encourages us to reclaim scope for agency well beyond the consumer activism of homo economicus.” - Michael Pawlyn
“Efficient use of resources and repurposing ‘waste’ reduces costs and increases revenues, [while] reducing emissions.” - Marian Chertow, Yale School of the Environment
What is the role of ceremony in design thinking? John S. Couch, VP of Product Design for Hulu and author of "The Art of Creative Rebellion: How to champion creativity, change culture, and save your soul" explains through moments of ritual in Japanese culture.