Design Party

Welcome to the first episode of AI Party! In this episode, Antonija announces the rebranding of Design Party to AI Party, reflecting a broader focus on AI, product making, and shipping things that matter. Podcast Rebrand: From Design Party to AI Party. Hosting Shift: Moving to a custom Cloudflare solution. AI Psychosis: Discussing the overwhelming nature of AI productivity and the desire for more...

- Why we both stopped calling ourselves designers - Service design + ethnography + AI = service operations re-engineered end to end - The Figma MCP bridge Antonija built to fix the official one's gaps - Real talk on vibe coding: lovable.dev, Bolt, and what "spaghetti held together" actually ships - The 3.2-jobs-per-AI-expert market and why so many roles stay open - AI as excuse for l...

It's tough out there. Whether you're fresh out of school, switching industries, or just trying to stand out in a sea of AI-generated applications, the job hunt in 2026 will be brutal. In this episode, Antonija sits down with ⁠⁠Sohvi Silius⁠⁠ , User Insights Lead and fellow colleague, to share honest, no-fluff advice on CVs, interviews, LinkedIn, and everything in between. What we cover: Why the on...

It's tough out there. Whether you're fresh out of school, switching industries, or just trying to stand out in a sea of AI-generated applications, the job hunt in 2026 will be brutal. In this episode, Antonija sits down with ⁠Sohvi Silius⁠ , User Insights Lead and fellow colleague, to share honest, no-fluff advice on CVs, interviews, LinkedIn, and everything in between. What we cover: Why...

Antonija and Vitali dive into the chaotic state of the design industry while running on fumes. From mass layoffs at Microsoft, Amazon, and Salesforce to the rapid changes AI is bringing to every profession, they discuss what it takes to stay competitive when the rules change weekly. Topics: The new job market reality and why being skilled isn't enough anymore, Canva makes Affinity free and what th...

In this episode, Antonija and Vitali dive deep into the weird, wild, and wonderful future of design, AI, and everything in between. Topics we cover: 🤖 Sam Altman’s vision of UI disappearing into the background 🖖 Star Trek as the blueprint for voice-based interfaces 🧠 ChatGPT psychosis and people forming relationships with bots 🎤 Dictation tools: Aqua vs. MacWhisper (and why $8 = too much) 💀 T...

Episode 72: Vitali and Antonija dive into Figma Config 2025, why Figma Sites aren’t production-ready, first impressions of Figma Buzz and Make, and how AI is reshaping design workflows. They compare prototyping tools, explore AI content trends and job impacts, and debate “human-first” creativity. Plus, Android’s Material 3 for Gen Z, iPhone 17 wishlists, headphone showdowns, and personal updates,...

Antonija and Vitali catch up after a weird week in tech, starting with Figma’s unexpected “villain arc” and all the drama around Dev Mode. They dive into how it’s pissing off both designers and developers—and what it says about Figma’s direction lately. Then things get a little existential as they chat about the future of capitalism, burnout, and the weird pressure to constantly innovate. It’s one...

What We Talked About AI is eating our jobs?  Or is it just making everything more annoying? Ethics in design:  Can you really be a “good” designer while working for a business that just wants $$$? The “no experience” job market paradox:  Should you just apply and let them say no? (Yes, duh.) Antonija’s app launch fail:  Spent months coding, launched it, login was broken. 😭 Cursor & AI coding...

In this episode, we’re getting into why UX tends to go downhill as companies get bigger, how AI is shaking up design and coding, and what’s going on with Arc now that The Browser Company is switching gears. We chat about Figma’s growing pains, the AI tools that are making work faster (and maybe more fun), and why designers need to think beyond just pixels. Plus, we’re sharing some must-try apps th...

Join Antonija and Vitali on Design Party as they dive into enhancing designer value by understanding developer needs, improving workflows, and fostering collaboration. They discuss the importance of holistic evaluation, the pitfalls of handoff, and the human aspect of teamwork. Discover insights on design tools, the future of prototyping, and why learning basic coding can transform your design car...

In this episode, we dive into the unexpected controversy surrounding .io domains as the UK's handover of Indian Ocean territories to Mauritius raises questions about their future by 2030. We then explore Figma's new UI3 update, discussing its mixed reception among designers, the surprisingly useful AI features (currently free but becoming paid in 2025), and ongoing usability challenges with the ne...

In this episode of Design Party, Antonija and Vitali dive into the hot topic of AI in design. They discuss Figma's new AI features and the excitement around its Slides tool, expressing concerns about AI potentially stifling creativity by reusing existing designs. The hosts also touch on Canva's significant price hike due to new AI features and worry about the future of Affinity's produ...

In this episode of Design Party, Antonija and Helena dive into the intricacies of Figma's Dev Mode pricing, explore Zeppelin as a valuable alternative, and share their experiences with design critiques. They also touch on moving libraries in Figma and the launch of Superlist. A blend of technical insights and personal anecdotes, this episode is a must-listen for designers and tech enthusiasts alik...

In today's episode of Design Party, we dive into the nuances of Figma's Dev mode and explore the benefits of organizing a Figma file efficiently. We discuss the recent changes Figma has made, pushing code inspection behind a paywall, and how this impacts the handoff between designers and developers. Additionally, we share our experiences with Lunacy, praising its potential as a robust design tool....

In this episode of Design Party Podcast, our hosts Antonija, Vitali, and Helena delve into several pressing topics in the tech and design industry. They discuss the recent wave of tech layoffs impacting companies like Google and Figma, exploring potential reasons behind this trend. The conversation shifts to Figma's new policy of charging for DevMode, sparking a debate on its impact on developers...

In this episode Helena and Antonija are commenting the dramatic Adobe and Figma divorce. As this is the last episode of the year we are taking some time to chit-chat about 2023.

Join hosts Antonija and Vitali in this episode of Design Party as we delve into the dynamics of the design world. We explore the challenges in the tech industry with a focus on Nokia's strategic missteps, share valuable tips for navigating the complex job market, and discuss the impact of Figma's latest developments on modern design practices.

In this episode of Design Party Podcast, hosts Helena and Antonija dive into the murky waters of dark UX patterns, with a particular focus on Adobe's complex subscription cancellation process. If you're contemplating canceling your Adobe subscription, you'll want to listen closely; the company's user experience design could leave you with unexpected fees. But it's not all cautionary tales; we also...

In this episode, hosts Antonija and Helena dive into the complexities of job hunting, discussing the importance of self-awareness and asking the right questions to find an optimal job fit. They explore the notion that the "perfect" job may not exist but emphasize the value of knowing what you want in a workplace. The conversation then shifts to Figma's new enterprise-level features,...

🎤 Antonija podcasts through her fifth day with Covid. 🎧 The team delves into the unexpected drama of Linus Tech Tips. 📚 Discussion on the journey of a designer's education, from online courses to mentorships. 🤝 Vitali talks about the nuances of interactive psychological safety in workshops. 💡 Helena ponders the allure of hard skills for young designers. 🚴‍♀️ Helena's potential fusion...

Join Antonija, Vitali, and Helena in this episode as they discuss the latest trends and developments in the design industry. They share their insights on Figma's new features and the potential of its new developer mode, fresh from Figma Config 2023. The hosts also delve into the recent acquisition of Diagram by Figma and its implications for the future of design. They discuss the current state...

Antonija and Ali discuss the pros and cons of different mentorship platforms, including the importance of finding the right fit for individual learning styles and the potential problem of mentees ghosting their mentors. Antonija and Ali also touch on the stresses and responsibilities of being a designer, including the anxieties that come with the job. Check Ali online! LinkedIn:  ⁠https://www.link...

In this episode of Design Party, the hosts dive into a thought-provoking Twitter discussion about design collaboration and the role of tools like Figma. Antonija, Helena, and Vitali share their perspectives on the topic, highlighting the importance of healthy work environments, effective processes, and open communication. They discuss the impact of micromanagement, the need for better commenting p...

In this riveting episode, our hosts dive into the fascinating and sometimes controversial world of AI. They explore the cutting-edge tool Supernormal, a game-changer that transcribes and summarizes video calls, revolutionizing user research. The conversation takes a thrilling turn as they delve into the darker side of AI, highlighting the potential threats of convincing deepfakes and an over-relia...