In their own words
The answers don't come from the designers; they come from the people we are designing with.
Honestly, it is a growing movement. I'm seeing more and more creators and professional creatives leave social platforms.
Diversifying our offering to accommodate for the economic climate is something we're working on.
More and more, I see younger generations coming full circle, with the pendulum swinging back to a time where real life, genuine, intimate, in-person connection is king.
Articles & interviews5
- 'In Perspectives' Initiative Reimagines Inclusion in Design Industry
Creative Boom profiles 'In Perspectives', a new human-centred framework developed by Montreal studios Six Cinquième and Never Was Average. The project, supported by local cultural institutions, aims to embed equity and empathy into design practice through co-creation and lived experience. It challenges the industry to move beyond universalism toward more inclusive, community-driven approaches.
- "Creatives Favor Owned Platforms Over Social Media by 2025"
The article explores how creatives in 2025 are increasingly abandoning traditional social media platforms in favor of owned spaces such as personal websites, newsletters, and private communities. It highlights a growing movement toward independence, authenticity, and sustainable audience engagement, featuring insights from writers, designers, and brand strategists who have made the shift.