Lately, I have been noticing how many digital interfaces are moving toward softer gradients, glowing color transitions, and atmospheric visual effects. Because interface and logo design function rhetorically as much as aesthetically, these shifts are worth paying attention to not only as branding trends, but also as questions of accessibility and usability. A decade ago … Continue reading The Gradient Trend vs. Design Efficacy
Digital twins are having a moment, though the concept itself is not new. The phrase usually refers to a dynamic digital representation of a physical object, environment, process, or even person—one that can be continuously updated through data, simulation, and feedback loops. The origins of digital twinning are often traced back to NASA and the … Continue reading Dreaming of a (Digital) Twin
As someone who teaches technical communication, I am interested in the stories behind the frameworks, methods, and best practices of information design. How did we get here? Who figured out what works and what we should do in the future? I believe the history of our field isn't just interesting but also useful. To gather … Continue reading Learning from Information Design Experts
Google’s revamped logo swaps four colors for a snazzy gradient, sending signals about AI ambitions. It’s not just a facelift; it’s a web of design decisions. Here are some thoughts.
I am thrilled to share the good news that my collaborators––Tharon Howard (Clemson U) and Gustav Verhulsdonck (Central Michigan U)––and I have just received a book contract from Routledge/Taylor & Francis for our UX writing project. We have worked on this proposal and book materials for over a year since our meeting at the Louisiana … Continue reading UX Writing – A New Routledge Project
Jason Tham, Ph.D. 