UX Design

How AI is reshaping design

AI is transforming design by becoming active co-creators. It enhances workflows, automates tasks, and drives innovation.

Andre Fangueiro

Andre Fangueiro

André Fangueiro, originally from Porto, Portugal, has always had a deep passion for creativity and technology. This passion led him to pursue a technical degree in Multimedia Design at Escola Secundária Augusto Gomes, followed by a specialization in Product Design at ESAD Escola Superior de Artes e Design.

His desire to explore the intersections of design, technology, and culture propelled him to further his education with a master's degree in Design and Structures from the prestigious Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw, Poland. This academic foundation paved the way for André's multifaceted career, where his innovative approach to design has shaped renowned global brands and industries.

Over the years, he has contributed his expertise to leading companies such as Giant Bicycles, Canon, Nestlé, Invacare Medical, Laerdal Medical, and more. Through these experiences, André has honed his skills and made significant contributions in the realms of design, innovation, and business development. In 2014, André founded his own design and business innovation firm, Human-lab, where his groundbreaking work continued to gain recognition.

Notably, in 2017, he and his team won the prestigious IF Award Gold for the design language developed for Canon, as well as an IF Award for Dolfi, a portable washing machine designed through Human-lab. His work with Invacare Medical was showcased in 2018 at the Tate Museum of Contemporary Art in London, further solidifying his impact on the design world.

Today, as the Head of Design at Tietoevry, André continues to push the boundaries of design and innovation, particularly in the fields of artificial intelligence and cutting-edge technology. Leading teams to develop groundbreaking solutions, he focuses on driving business growth and creating meaningful user experiences that define the future of design.

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In this talk, I’ll explore how AI is transforming the way we approach design, moving beyond tools to become active co-creators in our workflows. From discovery to development, AI has the potential to redefine creativity, enhance efficiency, and enable data-driven decisions.

Key takeaways: 🔹 How AI enhances workflows by automating repetitive tasks, freeing designers to focus on strategy and creativity. 🔹 The rise of generative AI and its unprecedented adoption, shaping industries and sparking innovation. 🔹 Real-world applications: tools like Figma, Breyta, and AI-driven personas in streamlining research, prototyping, and development.

Join me as I share insights, case studies, and actionable strategies to harness AI’s potential and build a future where humans and machines innovate together.