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Ellen McGirt
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Editor-in-Chief, Design Observer
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By Delaney Rebernik Verified, Ellen McGirt Verified| Design Observer Verified In this installment of “Jet Fuel” — er, “Design Juice” — the first-gen immigrant and second-gen architect says the best airports for our brave new world will blend wayfinding, cultural context, and, sometimes, a smaller footprint. We ground-bound humans love winging about. Global air travel has not only rebounded from peak-pandemic plunges, but also hit record-high demand last year, up 10.4% from 2023 and 3.8% from 2019.
By Tony Bynum, Ellen McGirt Verified, Sheena Medina| Design Observer Verified Tony Bynum is bilingual. He can speak the language of both business and design, a skill that makes him a unique leader in our industry. Tony is the director of the Institute for Design’s new ID Academy, where he is also a professor of practice. Previously, he founded the Northwestern Mutual Design Thinking Center of Excellence in Milwaukee, WI where he was Principal Senior Director of Experience Design.
By Delaney Rebernik Verified, Ellen McGirt Verified| Design Observer Verified In this installment of “Jet Fuel” — er, “Design Juice” — the first-gen immigrant and second-gen architect says the best airports for our brave new world will blend wayfinding, cultural context, and, sometimes, a smaller footprint. We ground-bound humans love winging about. Global air travel has not only rebounded from peak-pandemic plunges, but also hit record-high demand last year, up 10.4% from 2023 and 3.8% from 2019.
Company Info
Design Observer
Design Observer is a digital platform and media company dedicated to design discourse, founded in October 2003 by Rick Poynor, Michael Bierut, Jessica Helfand, and William Drenttel. Based in Hamden, Connecticut, the company generates approximately $7 million in revenue and employs around 15 staff members. The platform serves as a hub for critical analysis and dialogue on topics such as graphic design, urbanism, and cultural criticism. It publishes a variety of content, including articles, essays, and podcasts, notably featuring *Design Matters with Debbie Millman*. Design Observer also collaborates academically through *Places Journal*, focusing on architecture and urban design. In 2023, it launched the Design Observer Cooperative, a subscriber-supported model that fosters community engagement and curated discussions. With a legacy rooted in authoritative content and a commitment to multimedia integration, Design Observer connects designers, educators, and cultural institutions, promoting a global perspective while encouraging localized conversations about design's impact on society.
Hamden, Connecticut, United States
+1 860-824-5040
Founded: 2003