Ontological Design & AI: How our tools are shaping us with Daniel Fraga
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In this deep and wide-ranging conversation, Daniel Fraga joins us to explore the evolving intersection of design, AI, architecture, and human experience. From his origins in speculative architecture to leading AI-driven design at Danske Bank, Daniel shares a unique philosophical perspective on how we shape, and are shaped by technology.
Highlights
- The concept of ontological design: "As we design our world, our world designs us in return"
- Moving from designing for humans to designing with humans
- AI’s role in UX/UI and the evolution of adaptive, dynamic interfaces
- Real-world applications of generative AI in banking at Danske Bank
- Philosophical perspectives on subjectivity, systems, and technology
- The myth of the “creative guru” and democratization of design
- How data, culture, and design come together in the age of personalization
- Tools like Vev and Lovable that are transforming the product design cycle
- AI alignment, ethical boundaries, and the future of creativity
Best quote
"In a world where you can either design or be designed, I like to think we should learn, so we can be conscious of what’s happening."
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