What Does Design Education and Collaboration Look Like in an AI-Driven World? (Anthony Sheret and Edd Harrington, Ordino)
In this episode of Ways Into Practice, Jade and Estella sit down with Anthony Sheret and Edd Harrington, the duo who spent the last 15 years building Colophon Foundry, rising from a partnership to the number two type foundry by revenue in EMEA. Colophon was responsible for some of the most recognisable creative work in the last decade, helping to define brands for Google, Meta, Johnson & Johnson, Burger King, Roblox, Canva and many more. An estimated 2 billion people continue to see its output each day.Now, following the acquisition of Colophon in 2023, they’re channeling that experience into their new venture, Ordino. The conversation spans early doubts about design school, the realities of freelancing, the value of in-person dialogue, and the opportunities AI brings to creative practice.It’s a candid look at how long-term creative partnerships evolve — and why staying open to change is just as important as building something that lasts.We cover:✹ Design education (and doubt)✹ Lessons from building a business✹ Creative partnership dynamics✹ Why in-person interactions still matter✹ What excites them about AI in design…Ways Into Practice is a podcast about design by @bielkeyangFeaturing in-depth interviews with established professionals sharing their personal journeys into the field. Aiming to provide a holistic understanding of the design industry and empower aspiring designers to make informed decisions about their own professional paths.#WaysIntoPractice #DesignPodcast #TypeDesign #Colophon #Ordino #CreativePartnership #DesignEducation #AIandDesign
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How Do You Build a Creative Partnership Without Losing Yourself? With Lizy Gershenzon and Travis Kochel (Future Fonts)
Lizy Gershenzon and Travis Kochel share their journey navigating the niche world of type design — from co-founding Future Fonts (@futurefonts), a community-driven marketplace for experimental, in-progress typefaces, to learning how to grow individually while building something together. In this conversation, they reflect on nearly two decades of collaboration, offering two distinct perspectives on how they’ve defined their roles, stayed creatively aligned, and sustained a long-term partnership.Future Fonts & Vectro are led by Lizy Gershenzon and Travis Kochel. This duo have been partners for nearly two decades. They are also known for the innovative fonts Chartwell (a font that makes charts using OpenType) and Kablammo (a variable font for Google that explores technology and animation). They specialize in type design, digital product design, and branding.Lizy has worked with GitHub, Headspace, Instrument, Nike, and Google, adding in-house and agency design and management experience to the team. Travis taught Type Design at Portland State for over 10 years and brings deep expertise in typeface design and development.Together, they previously founded Scribble Tone, creatingplatforms and custom typefaces for Design Portland, XOXO Festival, and Marmoset Music. Both served as adjunct professors at Portland State University, and teach type and marketing workshops.…Ways Into Practice is a podcast about design by @bielkeyangFeaturing in-depth interviews with established professionals sharing their personal journeys into the field. Aiming to provide a holistic understanding of the design industry and empower aspiring designers to make informed decisions about their own professional paths.Photo by Sage Brown (@sagebrown)
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Why Voicing Your Interests Early in Your Career Actually Help You Push Past Imposter Syndrome? With Louise Grosjean (Dazed Studio)
In this episode, Jade and Estella discuss facing imposter syndrome with Louise (@louisegrosjean). From how she built her confidence during the various roles she had to take on so far in her career to affirming what worked for her and lead her in the current professional position she’s occupying at Dazed studio (@dazedstudio ) in London. We’re excited for you to hear about Louise’s fresh perspective on the topic since she only graduated 3 years ago but has already taken on various roles.…Ways Into Practice is a podcast about design by Bielke&Yang.Featuring in-depth interviews with established professionals sharing their personal journeys into the field. Aiming to provide a holistic understanding of the design industry and empower aspiring designers to make informed decisions about their own professional paths.
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How Do You Balance Ambition With a Critical Eye on the Systems You Work In? With Kaave Pour (21st Europe)
How Do You Balance Ambition With a Critical Eye on the Systems You Work In? With Kaave Pour (21st Europe)In this episode, Jade and Estella talk with Kaave Pour — Co-Founder of Space 10 and Founder of the recently launched 21st Europe — about what it means to choose not just your craft, but your context. Kaave shares why he's dedicated his career to reimagining the home as a space for social and environmental change, and how he balances big-picture ambition with grounded, long-term goals.They explore how designers can work with integrity inside complex systems, the challenges and rewards of building with community, and what it takes to stay focused while pursuing bold ideas over time. Whether you're just starting out or redefining your path, this episode offers valuable insights into designing with purpose.…Ways Into Practice is a podcast about design by Bielke&YangFeaturing in-depth interviews with established professionals sharing their personal journeys into the field. Aiming to provide a holistic understanding of the design industry and empower aspiring designers to make informed decisions about their own professional paths.
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How Can Design Education Work Hand-in-Hand with the Industry? With Paula López-Nuño (MBB, Folch Studio)
In this episode, Jade and Estella sit down with Paula (@paulalopeznuno ) a strategist and Master’s Program Director who simultaneously works at the intersection of design education and industry. From studying at Elisava (@elisava.school ), school of design and engineering to teaching and co-directing the Master’s Beyond Branding (@thisisbeyondbranding ) program collaborating with Folch studio (@folchstudio ). Her multifaceted role is a great example of the possibilities of bridging visual design, strategy and innovation.…Themes discussed in this episode:• Values and critical perspectives in design education• Creating an environment for deep learning• The impact of international diversity• Embracing flexibility• The current role of AI• Challenging clients’ perspectives• Innovation in movement and sensory design…Listen to the full episode now, link in bio.…Ways Into Practice is a podcast about design by @bielkeyangFeaturing in-depth interviews with established professionals sharing their personal journeys into the field. Aiming to provide a holistic understanding of the design industry and empower aspiring designers to make informed decisions about their own professional paths.
Created and produced by students to provide students and young designers with valuable insights into the design industry. Each episode features in-depth interviews with established designers from various disciplines. By sharing their personal journeys and experiences, the guests provide advice on what to expect and demand from the industry.
Initiated by Bielke&Yang
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