Graphic design

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IS YOUR DESIGN MARGINALISING THE DISABLED COMMUNITY?

By Joni Langdale Product Designer

Technology hugely increases access and ease to all kinds of platforms, processes and events. Since the pandemic, the use of technology has become even more essential in everything we do. But what does it mean for those it hinders? How can we use design to make sure technology remains inclusive for everyone, and leaves no one behind?

DESIGNING FOR THE FUTURE US

By Caner Veli Founder, Kind Community

If we can only design on what we know, how do we design for the future human? Understanding the diverse experiences that make us human can help us imagine the future us that will continue to face global issues that degrade the planet and design with them in mind.

COLLABORATION OVER COMPETITION: WHY WOMEN-LED COMMUNITIES ARE VITAL TO CREATIVE DEVELOPMENT

By Bethan Thomas Senior designer

It can often take years to find our grooves in employment, or even to take that first step into being freelance. It can be particularly difficult as a woman when there is a lack of role models in senior creative positions. Finding women-led communities can provide you everything you’re missing in permanent employment, and ultimately drive your professional development to the next level.

DESIGNING THE FUTURE

By Claire Matthews Senior Graphic Designer

Transparency between businesses and consumers in our connected world of the data deluge has never been more important. But as designers, we should also be transparent with ourselves, and have awareness of the role we play in consumerism. FSC’s Senior Designer Claire Matthews outlines how our decisions and behaviours in design shape whole industries and impact global issues such as climate change. How can we ensure the future of the design specialism is transparent, sustainable and ethically conscious for the wellbeing of the planet?

DESIGN AFTER CAPITALISM

By Matthew Wizinsky Associate Professor at the University of Cincinnati

Questions are brewing around the demise of capitalism and with the option to reimagine alternatives, it’s no surprise that the design world is leading the conversation ahead of the curve. Conscientious design shapes our current and future culture so designers are asking the question – how can we reflect our social and economic hybridity in our design of the future?