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The Future of Design: 5 Trends Shaping Our Industry in 2025
by From AI-powered tools to inclusive design frameworks, the creative world is evolving fast. We break down the trends redefining workflows, client expectations, and career opportunities. Whether you’re in UX, branding, or spatial design, these insights will help you stay ahead of the curve.
Tara Khanna
20 Jan 2025
Design Education
From Classroom to Career: Bridging the Gap in Design Education
by Many design graduates face a stark reality: academic training doesn’t always match industry needs. Explore how peer communities, skill-based workshops, and real-world collaborations can help bridge this gap. Featuring stories from educators and students, this piece unpacks what’s missing—and how to fill those voids proactively.
Bhimsen Nimhonkar
18 Jan 2025
Networking
Collaboration Over Competition: Why Design Communities Matter
by In an industry often seen as cutthroat, communities foster growth through shared knowledge. Discover how local meetups, critique circles, and online forums help designers tackle challenges, find collaborators, and amplify their voices. Plus, tips to build meaningful connections that last beyond projects.
Saba Nagnath
18 Jan 2025
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Riya Kapoor
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MIT-ADT
ADI's network instantly connected me with top design professionals willing to guest lecture, critique student work, and share real-world insights. The city chapter meetups and online directory made finding the right experts effortless – now my students regularly interact with industry leaders they'd never access otherwise.
Smita Deshmukh
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Pune
ADI's groups and city meet-ups connected me with exceptional collaborators. I've found trusted vendors, hired fresh talent, and gained game-changing insights - all through authentic relationships built in this community.
Neetish Sehgal
Co-founder, Eleven Media Labs
Delhi
ADI’s curated network helped me collaborate with top talent on projects, find specialized freelancers, and exchange cutting-edge insights through design circles. Invaluable for growth.
Arjun Patel
Senior UX Designer
Ahmedabad
ADI's groups and city meet-ups connected me with exceptional collaborators. I've found trusted vendors, hired fresh talent, and gained game-changing insights - all through authentic relationships built in this community.
Riya Kapoor
Student
MIT-ADT
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