FUTURE OF XYZ

EPISODE 7, SEASON 2: In this rich discussion about the ‘Future of Design Education’, our guest Natasha Jen- award-winning graphic designer and Partner at iconic design studio, Pentagram describes what graphic design is (the art of combining visual and language) and what a design education is all about (deep, broad, iterative, and hands-on). She calls out elitism in current design education, argues for inclusivity, rallies for “modern day apprenticeships”, and pushes designers to make time to slow down to set the stage for exceptional work.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek

Show Notes

EPISODE 7, SEASON 2: In this rich discussion about the ‘Future of Design Education’, our guest Natasha Jen- award-winning graphic designer and Partner at iconic design studio, Pentagram describes what graphic design is (the art of combining visual and language) and what a design education is all about (deep, broad, iterative, and hands-on). She calls out elitism in current design education, argues for inclusivity, rallies for “modern day apprenticeships”, and pushes designers to make time to slow down to set the stage for exceptional work.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we're going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek

Creators and Guests

LG
Host
Lisa Gralnek
Creator & Host, Future of XYZ

What is FUTURE OF XYZ?

FUTURE OF XYZ is a bi-weekly interview series that explores big questions about where we are as a world and where we’re going. Through candid conversations with international experts, visionary leaders and courageous changemakers- we provoke new thinking about what's coming down the pipeline on matters related to art & design, science & innovation, culture & creativity.

Future of XYZ is presented by iF Design, a respected member of the international design community and host of the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD since 1953. The show is also a proud member of the SURROUND Podcast Network. For more information, visit ifdesign.com/XYZ.