In the era of AI-assisted design

We're looking at AI-assisted design today. We talked about how the 'designer' title has evolved and how to design with AI without losing your creative voice. Plus, we're breaking down the brand designer vs. product designer debate that blew up on Naija design Twitter few weeks ago. We're also giving you a free design system template to start designing with AI today.👍 Product Thumbs Up:Dayo Cyrus on Instagram@wearegst and their influence on graphic designers making infographics relating to Nigerian corruption👎 Product Thumbs Down:Microsoft Excel redesigniOS Photos collectionApple Magic mouse (yes, still)The Evolution of Design ToolsMini history lesson: how the term "designer" came to beHow fast new tools are being shipped right nowTools We're Watching:Claude CodeFigma's Vectorise toolRemotionChatGPT's Atlas2026 Design Process & Toolkit with AIHow it differs from the traditional design processWorking with AI on side projects vs. in big teamsThe hidden costs and trade-offs nobody talks aboutBypassing developers: building real apps, not just prototypesWhy you need to pass your design philosophy to AI before anything elseIs AI-Assisted Design Anti-Creative?We tackle this question head-on with personal experiences and honest takes.Brand Designers vs. Product DesignersWe break down the debate that took over Naija design Twitter a few weeks ago. Hot takes included.🎁 Free Template: Design Philosophy for AI ToolsWe're sharing our framework for feeding your design philosophy to AI so you can actually build things that match your vision. Download it here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uCvDScQATh6JAFtBWgYD-Z3Z51HI2BK_2rAelzamusM/edit?usp=sharingFollow us on Instagram: @designgistpod© 2026 Design Gist Podcast