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The Gatekeeper Problem in Product Design

When access to stakeholders is controlled, even with good intent, the design starts to shift. It moves from being insight-driven to instruction-driven.

By Roopa V Rao · Jul 1, 2026 1
Foundations Beginners Guide

UX vs Product Design - A Beginner’s Guide

In simple terms, UX design is about designing the user’s experience, while Product design is about designing the entire product strategy and experience. UX can be seen as a specialised skill, whereas product design is a broader role that requires understanding both users and business.

By Roopa V Rao · Jul 8, 2026 1
Accessibility (A11Y) Foundations Beginners Guide

Colour Psychology in Design

Different colours evoke specific feelings, like blue for trust, red for energy, or green for growth. This can shape how people interact with products, brands, and environments.

By Roopa V Rao · Jul 8, 2026 1
Foundations Beginners Guide

Design Thinking vs Lean UX: When and How to Use

Today, AI is the hot buzzword in every industry. But if we go back a couple of decades, the term that had captured everyone's attention was Design Thinking.

By Roopa V Rao · Jul 8, 2026 1
User Research Design Stories

Evolving Personas: Designing for Tomorrow's Personas

I see personas less as static templates and more as living, evolving, breathing stories.

By Roopa V Rao · Jul 8, 2026 1