
In music, we have genre-defining artists. In software, we have first-of-kind designers. First of Kind is the story of design and tech told through conversations with its pioneers. Hosted by Soleio. Produced by Room 3. Sponsored by Framer, Cursor, Vercel and Profound. The future belongs to designers who build. firstofkind.com
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 11 | Founded | 9 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipBusinessArtsDesign | |||

When do you know to pivot or surrender?
Koen Bok and Jorn van Dijk co-founded Framer, the web design platform that helps designers ship beautiful sites fast. 55% of YC companies run on it. Designers love it. But Framer almost didn't make it.
What b... more
What can flying teach us about software design?
Katie Dill has built world-class teams at three iconic companies—Stripe, Lyft and Airbnb—proving that thoughtful design can shape quality at industrial scale.
In this conversation with Soleio, Katie d... more
What is the future of design in a post-AI world?
Ryo Lu pioneered new patterns for collaboration as founding designer at Notion. He now leads design at Cursor, shaping how software gets built through a fusion of design and engineering.
In this con... more
Why did Joe Gebbia go to Washington? I spoke with America’s first-ever Chief Design Officer last fall to find out. We met on the White House grounds to discuss his newly created role, the formation of @ndstudio, and how Joe plans to weave design into... more
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A focus on the narratives of pioneering designers within the tech landscape characterizes the program. Through engaging conversations with influential figures in the design community, listeners can anticipate insights into the evolving intersection of technology and creativity. Episodes explore topics such as the transformative role of AI in design, user-centered approaches, and the unique journeys of designer founders who are reshaping the industry. The sessions highlight not only past experiences but also offer valuable perspectives on the future of design in a shifting technological environment, making it particularly appealing to those interested in innovation, entrepreneurship, and the arts.
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