Norman writes that “we have unwittingly accepted the paradigm that technology comes first”–in other words, we too often design without respect for the user and with too much reverence for technology.

These days, we’re all looking for stability. And just when we need it the most, it seems harder than ever to find. It isn’t just a question of reliability in our jobs, living situations and families.

As consumers, we’re accustomed to (and expect) a smooth, frictionless user experience (UX) on our phones and laptops. Yet the workplace applications that form the backbone of our businesses rarely ...

As a passionate collector and admirer of design in all its forms, I’ve often found myself fascinated by the allure of what’s considered ‘timeless.’ That sleek, mid-century modern chair or the ...

This month, Wang Shu, the first Chinese recipient of architecture's highest honor, the Pritzker Prize, will be recognized in a ceremony in Beijing on May 25. In an editorial essay, "Designing Women," ...

I think it was probably 17 years ago when I started to attend co-design conferences. At that time they were very academic in nature and they concentrated mostly on the most optimal way to ...