In this episode I discuss nine key takeaways from the book The Evolution of Useful Things by Henry Petroski. Understanding and implementing these keys are critical to your ability to innovate and invent. | Show Notes - The Evolution of Useful Things: https://a.co/d/b5aRZMd | You can find me on Medium now too! (https://medium.com/@design30) Become a free subscriber to access and read all of my Substack articles (subscribe here: https://design30.substack.com) Subscribe to the Design30 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi2eKOkU66wUXSs1LCc7Swg | "Design more. Despair Less." Trademark of Design30 LLC. Copyright 2023 Design30 LLC.
In this episode I provide four practical tips on how to actually under promise and over deliver on a project or a design. This is a skill all designers need no matter the industry you work in. | Show Notes - Canyon Camp Trowel: https://www.montanaedc.com | Become a free subscriber to access and read all of my Substack articles (subscribe here: https://design30.substack.com). Subscribe to the Design30 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi2eKOkU66wUXSs1LCc7Swg | "Design more. Despair Less." Trademark of Design30 LLC. Copyright 2023 Design30 LLC.
In this episode I was inspired by a recent visit to a Leonardo da Vinci exhibit to dive into the golden ratio. What is it? Where is it found? Why do people find it aesthetically pleasing? All that and more on this episode. | Show Notes - Universal Principles of Design: https://a.co/d/3xG3opu Canyon Camp Trowel: https://www.montanaedc.com | Become a free subscriber to access and read all of my Substack articles (subscribe here: https://design30.substack.com). Subscribe to the Design30 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi2eKOkU66wUXSs1LCc7Swg | "Design more. Despair Less." Trademark of Design30 LLC. Copyright 2023 Design30 LLC.
Welcome to another episode of fake FAQs and real answers. In this episode I answer the following questions: 1) How often do your design skills come in handy around the house? 2) What are your thoughts on Threads now compared to when it launched? 3) How can UX/UI design principles be applied to mechanical design or the design of physical products? 4) Are you related to Tom Bilyeu? | Become a free subscriber to access and read all of my Substack articles (subscribe here: https://design30.substack.com). Subscribe to the Design30 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi2eKOkU66wUXSs1LCc7Swg | "Design more. Despair Less." Trademark of Design30 LLC. Copyright 2023 Design30 LLC.
In this episode of the Design30 Podcast, I read through a few stories of how innovation starts with a simple problem or user need. From these stories you will learn about the humble beginnings of waterproof sandpaper, Scotch Tape, and the incredibly useful Post-It Note from a few genius employees of 3M. Innovation and opportunity is everywhere if you learn to listen and look for it. | Show Notes - The Evolution of Useful Things: https://a.co/d/b5aRZMd | Become a free subscriber to access and read all of my Substack articles (subscribe here: https://design30.substack.com). Subscribe to the Design30 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi2eKOkU66wUXSs1LCc7Swg | "Design more. Despair Less." Trademark of Design30 LLC. Copyright 2023 Design30 LLC.
In this episode I discuss five websites every product designer should be using. These five websites will help you turn your ideas into physical products. Whether you need some screws to fasten two parts together, a new CNC machined part, or an order of ten thousand sheet metal parts, these websites will help you design, order, and build your next innovative product! | Show Notes - https://www.mcmaster.com https://sendcutsend.com https://www.xometry.com https://www.protolabs.com https://www.youtube.com | Become a free subscriber to access and read all of my Substack articles (subscribe here: https://design30.substack.com). Subscribe to the Design30 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi2eKOkU66wUXSs1LCc7Swg | "Design more. Despair Less." Trademark of Design30 LLC. Copyright 2023 Design30 LLC.
In this episode of Design30 I discuss how simple changes to an interstate on-ramp can illustrate multiple design concepts and their impact on the user experience. | Show Notes - The Design of Everyday Things: https://a.co/d/5Zykt45 | Become a free subscriber to access and read all of my Substack articles (subscribe here: https://design30.substack.com). Subscribe to the Design30 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi2eKOkU66wUXSs1LCc7Swg | "Design more. Despair Less." Trademark of Design30 LLC. Copyright 2023 Design30 LLC.
In this episode I discuss forgiveness and framing in design. Forgiveness, you ask? That's right, forgiveness is an integral design principle you can use to optimmize the user experience of your design. In addition, understanding how framing is implemented and utilized to influence people will make you not only a better designer but also a more informed, confident citizen. | Show Notes - Universal Principles of Design: https://a.co/d/8eGJ4BE Ten Global Trends Every Smart Person Should Know: https://a.co/d/7tOqwCO | Become a free subscriber to access and read all of my Substack articles (subscribe here: https://design30.substack.com). Subscribe to the Design30 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi2eKOkU66wUXSs1LCc7Swg | "Design more. Despair Less." Trademark of Design30 LLC. Copyright 2023 Design30 LLC.
In this episode I discuss the traditional ways of understanding the design principle "Form Follows Function" as well as why it may be more accurately stated as "Form Follows Failure". I end the episode with a rant on roundabouts that you don't want to miss. | Show Notes - The Evolution of Useful Things: https://a.co/d/b5aRZMd Universal Principles of Design: https://a.co/d/8eGJ4BE | Become a free subscriber to access and read all of my Substack articles (subscribe here: https://design30.substack.com). Subscribe to the Design30 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi2eKOkU66wUXSs1LCc7Swg | "Design more. Despair Less." Trademark of Design30 LLC. Copyright 2023 Design30 LLC.
In this episode of the Design30 Podcast I discuss simplicity once again. I touch on my Substack post from last week on the simplicity of Crocs and then do a long deep dive into the evolution of our "simple" eating companion, the fork. Finally, I end with a few thoughts on the release of Threads. | Show Notes - The Evolution of Useful Things: https://a.co/d/b5aRZMd | Become a free subscriber to access and read all of my Substack articles (subscribe here:https://design30.substack.com). Subscribe to the Design30 YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCi2eKOkU66wUXSs1LCc7Swg | "Design more. Despair Less." Trademark of Design30 LLC. Copyright 2023 Design30 LLC.