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May 27, 2026

AI Agents Need More Than a Chat Box

Chat was the fastest way to make AI usable, but it is the wrong default for agent work. The next interface should surface actions, not endless status.

March 26, 2026

Tidal Code

The moon never touches the water. The best orchestration works the same way.

October 24, 2023

The Architecture of Quiet Spaces

How we can design digital environments that respect attention and foster deep thought in an increasingly noisy world.

September 12, 2023

Tending the Digital Garden

Moving away from the stream and towards the garden. Why slow, cumulative content creation matters more than ever.

August 03, 2023

Typography as Voice

Understanding the subtle emotional impact of type choices. When to whisper and when to shout in your interface design.

July 15, 2023

Essentialism in Product Design

The disciplined pursuit of less. Removing features to reveal the core value proposition of your product.

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