Design trends I wish were real for 2026

by Carl Waldron | Jan 5, 2026

2026 is here and that means a whole new crop of design trends to contend with.

Design for the end-user, not the stakeholder.

Remember who the product is for, and make the best UX decisions for them.

I decided to try and build my food generator Hungie on a whim. I forgot how much I like to code and accidentally built the damn thing.

So, what do you want to eat? Don’t ask me, I don’t know.

In an effort to merge and express my love of comics and design, I created Fate of the Spectre, a DC Comics mock trading card game.

Being an effective player-coach can be difficult. Establishing and adhering to a set of rules is the best way to stay ahead.

Let’s go over why you need a Brand Style Guide, what happens when you don’t, and how to use the guide effectively.

Are you a new leader in your department and need to bond with your team? try these team building activities.

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