DSGN Unfiltered: Present Tense
Join us at Whipsaw for an interactive and unfiltered conversation about the past, present, and future of industrial design.
Present Tense, the latest entry into the Dsgn Unfiltered event series, is an invitation to uncover and unpack the tensions we find within our profession today, from the impact of the attention economy on creative depth, to our growing responsibility in shaping a sustainable future. Together, we’ll explore how industrial design’s roots in craftsmanship, manufacturing, and cultural context intersect with today’s complex global challenges.
This audience-driven event brings seasoned professionals and emerging designers into one space for fresh perspectives and lively debate. Participants will be invited to “vote” on provocative A/B statements throughout the panel discussion, sparking real-time dialogue on where our industry is headed.
Whether you’re a professional, a student, or somewhere in between, come ready to share your voice and connect with the industrial design community.
Limited tickets are available—reserve yours now! Snacks and drinks will be provided.
About Whipsaw:
Whipsaw, under the leadership of design visionary Dan Harden, is a highly acclaimed strategy, industrial design, digital design, and engineering consulting firm. For over 25 years Whipsaw has created successful products and immersive experiences for diverse industries including consumer electronics, housewares, computing, robotics, medical, scientific, and commercial products for clients such as Google, Brita, Aescape, Owala, Cisco, Dell, Ford, GE, Meta, Tile, Intel, Merck, Nike, Olympus, Samsung, Sony, Uber, and Tonal. Whipsaw is renowned for its design ideology and intuitive product solutions that enrich the human experience.
Event in collaboration with
Now Studio | Now Studio is a small, vibrant design team based in San Francisco. With curiosity at the core of our practice, we develop delightful products that solve real problems through innovation and craft.
https://www.now-studio.com
@hello.now.studio
SO Dsgn | Founded by Candace & Rotimi Solola, SO Dsgn is a full-service, strategic branding and product innovation design studio in Chicago. SO Dsgn developed the Dsgn Unfiltered series format in Chicago and has been instrumental in helping bring the event to the West Coast! www.so-design.co @so.dsgn