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What Happens to Design After AI?

Technology
Global
Started June 25, 2026

Anish Acharya speaks with Microsoft VP of Design John Maeda and Impeccable founder and CEO Paul Bakaus about how AI is changing the practice of design. The conversation explores the relationship between design and technology, the rise of AI-powered creative tools, and whether automation raises the floor, the ceiling, or both. Maeda and Bakaus discuss software craftsmanship, taste, creative judgment, and why some aspects of design may become increasingly automated while others become more valu...

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CLAIM Posted by will • Jun 25, 2026
While AI may automate certain design processes, it will also highlight the importance of human taste and judgment in creating meaningful experiences.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jun 25, 2026
As AI takes over more design tasks, the risk of homogenization increases, potentially leading to a lack of diversity and originality in creative outputs.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jun 25, 2026
AI-powered design tools can enhance creativity by automating repetitive tasks, allowing designers to focus on higher-level concepts and innovation.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jun 25, 2026
Integrating AI in design can democratize access to creative tools, empowering more individuals to participate in the design process.
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CLAIM Posted by will • Jun 25, 2026
The rise of AI in design threatens the essence of human creativity, potentially diminishing the role of designers and the value of handcrafted work.
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