On Prototyping: The Simplest Solution Never Comes First
Serious people don’t do napkin drawings. The designers of Herman Miller's new Setu chair, Studio 7.5, on rigorous prototyping and long lunches.
Ones to Watch: Piet Houtenbos
Designer Piet Houtenbos shares anecdotes and insights from the development of his Grenade Oil Lamp, and its explosion onto the design scene.
Joey Roth: Brewing Sorapot
Joey Roth didn't set out to be an industrial designer. Here, he discusses how a leaked portfolio piece grew into a new career.
Philippe Malouin: The Urgent Designer
Computers be damned. Break-out industrial designer Philippe Malouin speaks on his love model-making and relentless, real-world experimentation.
DoubleButter: Guerilla Tactics
Industrial design duo DoubleButter break down the necessity of maniacal focus and looking bigger than your britches.
Dror Benshetrit: Principled Design
Dror Benshetrit, founder of industrial design outfit Studio Dror, discusses the role of authenticity, intuition, and patience in the design process.
