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Matt Colangelo|Commentary
Landlines. #90s Tik Tok. Medievalcore. Strategists are proclaiming that 2026 is the year of nostalgia.
Ellen McGirt
Your Black History Month reading list
In honor of Black History Month, here are some Black authors who are addressing the persistent issues of inclusion in the modern design era — many are cherished contributors to the Design Observer community. As always, proceeds from book …
Rachel Gogel|Commentary
The age of agency
As the traditional corporate 9-to-5 is questioned, creative leaders have an opportunity to redefine career success
Ellen McGirt|Interviews
The face, reconsidered
Stephen Mackintosh|Analysis
Synthetic ‘Vtubers’ rock Twitch: three gaming creators on what it means to livestream in the age of genAI
The battle for viewers in the lucrative world of streaming is getting more complicated
Raphael Tsavkko Garcia|Analysis
AI actress Tilly Norwood ignites Hollywood debate on automation vs. authenticity
Tilly Norwood and the age of AI art
