Universities will cease to exist when learning has degenerated into what we now call research and when their teaching has become mere instruction.
As AI, economic pressures, and shifting employment landscapes reshape the industry, institutions must prioritise adaptability, collaboration, and critical thinking. The future belongs to those who embrace change, and educators like Jac Batey are leading the charge.
In our latest podcast with Gwen van den Eijnde, Head of Apparel Design at RISD, we discuss his journey from costume design to academia, exploring storytelling through clothing and the role of art schools as spaces of imagination. A reminder that design education nurtures heritage, creativity, and transformative possibilities.
AI is changing design—but not replacing it. Dylan Field (Figma) highlights speed and collaboration, while Pontus Wärnestål (Designing AI-Powered Services) urges us to design for ethics, trust and societal impact. The future of design is human-centred, collaborative and deeply responsible
Unlock creativity and rescue our future: discovering why education’s imagination crisis demands art schools. Dive into how fostering creativity, not just knowledge, reshapes learners, communities, and innovation. Read more to champion the arts, it’s time to rebuild education’s soul.
Lefteris Heretakis bridges inspiration and innovation in Igniting Creative Minds. This interview explores the universe that fuels his work—his stories, philosophies, and drive to spark both personal expression and collective imagination. From early curiosity to ambitious visions, his journey offers insights to inspire and illuminate creative paths for others.
Brian Grimwood’s journey is a masterclass in creativity and adaptability. From his early days at Bromley Tech to his global impact through the CIA, he has navigated the industry with humour and grit. The CIA, with its commitment to “vitality and dynamism” in commercial art, continues to champion artists who elevate brands like HarperCollins and Starbucks.
The 2025 AIGA Design Conference is happening in Los Angeles from October 9th to 11th, and it’s not just any conference, it’s the 40th anniversary! This is the place to be for 3 days of inspiration, connection, and professional growth.
Phil’s return is not just a nostalgic nod; it’s a full-circle celebration of a life richly lived through design. His journey, from a cheeky East End kid with a rebellious streak to a globally respected designer and educator, is as illuminating today as it was when he first joined us in episode one. This conversation dives deeper into the roots of creativity, the evolution of design practice, and what design education should, and shouldn’t, be today.
These are the links from Lee-Sean Huang’s amazing keynote speech from #VDEF23 Labour Organizing as Design Project REFERENCES – May … More
Universities will cease to exist when learning has degenerated into what we now call research and when their teaching has become mere instruction.
The New Art School 
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