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Everything That’s Going Right with Design

Someone’s gotta be optimistic.

Jan 1 • the thing Magazine

Thoughts on the Future of “Design“

Should we encourage anyone to become a designer right now?

Dec 16, 2025 • the thing Magazine

How to Found a Biennale, Berlin Edition

No budget, no elevator

Dec 2, 2025 • the thing Magazine

What Gets Designed in the Multicrisis?

Reflections on Dutch Design Week and the Human Condition.

Nov 14, 2025 • the thing Magazine

Is Office Core the Next Big Thing?

Some impressions from Vienna Design Week

Oct 21, 2025 • the thing Magazine

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