🤓 Interaction Nerds by UXA | F24.07
Modern (Re)design: exploring the diverse ever-changing landscape of design today [Figma, MUJI, Trader Joes, and more]
👋 Announcements — GBM: Redesigning your Favorite Products
Need a few potential case study ideas for your portfolio? During this week’s UXA GBM, you’ll have the chance to get into teams and redesign a product feature you regularly use. Join us at NSH 3305 on Thursday (10/24) from 5-6pm!
🍂 A new, controversial, leaf for Figma
Written & edited by: 🦖 Gabi Howse
What did Figma change? What made these changes controversial? Why would today’s #1 design software even take the effort to rebrand?
◻️ Nothing, Yet Everything: MUJI’s Design Identity
Written & edited by: № Viviana Staicu
“The essence of MUJI’s spirit is its ability to create one simple table about which many different people can say, “this table suits my lifestyle.” Its essence lies in acceptance, not assertion.” —Kenya Hara, Art Director at MUJI
🖼️ Exploring Maximalism on a Shopping Trip
Written & edited by: 👽 Joelle Lee
When you’re walking down the aisle of a grocery store, maximalism is everywhere. But, why are you more drawn to Trader Joes’ snacks compared to Magic Spoon’s cereal? What makes maximalist designs effective or ineffective?
🍓 Breaking the Mold: The Transformation of Chobani’s Identity System
Written & edited by: 🍳 Evelyn Lui
Many brands have attempted to rebrand themselves for the modern age, but fell short. How did Chobani manage to succeed, where so many others have failed?
🤔 Who’s behind the scenes?
The editors behind this week’s issue are 🦖 Gabi Howse, 👽 Joelle Lee, 🍳 Evelyn Lui, № Viviana Staicu, and 🦑 Kaitlyn Ng
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