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Perspectives on inclusive design, accessibility, and what AI makes possible next.
Can AI Adapt an Accessible Figma Design System? Testing the DesignA11y Design System
Can an AI agent adapt an accessible Figma design system without losing its requirements? Testing the DesignA11y Design System revealed what worked, what failed, and why human review still matters.
Figma Specs: Put Accessibility Into the Instructions Agents Build From
How could Figma Specs carry accessibility guidance into AI-assisted design systems? Dana Randall maps a workflow connecting the AI A11y Toolkit, tokens, components, MCP, and implementation testing.
I Asked AI to Design My Brand. This Time, We Built Something Together.
A behind-the-scenes look at refreshing DesignA11y with AI: developing the identity, applying accessibility guidance, rethinking resources, and discovering a sensory field through creative collaboration.
Designing for Invisible Disabilities: Making the Unseen, Seen
In a world where disabilities are not always immediately apparent, designing with inclusivity in mind becomes even more complex. Invisible disabilities, such as chronic pain, cognitive impairments, mental health conditions, and sensory sensitivities, can significantly impact an individual's daily life. This article aims to shed light on the challenges faced by those with invisible disabilities and how design can play a pivotal role in creating a more inclusive and accommodating world.
How Accessible are these 2023 UI Design Trends?
If you’re a designer looking to stay up to date on the design trends of 2023, then you’ve come to the right place. The technology world is constantly changing and evolving and as a designer, it can be hard to keep up with all the latest trends. Upon perusing this article on the 2023 visual design trends guide, I set out to immediately assess the usability of each trending style.
Can Disability Inclusion & A11y Thrive in a Sea of Tech Layoffs?
In the past few years, tech companies have been making progress in their efforts to create inclusive products and services for users of all abilities. But this progress has recently been threatened by a wave of layoffs in the tech sector that have significantly impacted accessibility teams and inclusive design initiatives. In this post, I will explore the good, the bad, and the ugly in big tech and what I think this means for the future of digital accessibility.