Have you been following the recent evolution of Microsoft Flight Simulator? Here’s the latest! After the end of a five year breakup, which saw the tech behind the outdated software sold off to Lockheed-Martin as a training tool, a special team at Microsoft has taken on reinventing the once-dominant simulator. It’s development was kept completely […]
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Growing a Crystal One Atomic Layer at a Time
For the first time, researches have captured the atomic-level layer by layer growth on the ordered structure of a nanocrystal. This will help material scientists understand the forming of various crystalline structures used in manufacturing of many products.
2018 IDSA International Design Conference
Whether you made it to New Orleans this year or not, check out the highlight reel from this years IDC! NOLA was a beautiful and vibrant backdrop for this yearly event, bringing industrial designers together from around the world, to learn, share, and connect.
IDSA District Conferences 2018
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) District Conferences are coming up! If you are a member of the IDSA, you should consider registering to attend your respective conference, to connect with other designers in your area, and learn from those leading the way.
Farm Design founder, Aaron Atchison
For anyone starting a design studio, working independently, or wanting to grow the company they work for, this interview with Farm Design founder, Aaron Atchison, is full of invaluable insight into getting to the next level.
IDSA Sip & Sketch is Back!
Last month IDSA NW held two Sip & Sketch events with a prompt to “Hack the Giving System!” This was in preparation for the IMVISIBLE Design Challenge hosted by the Northwest Chapter of the Industrial Design Society of America for Seattle Design Festival, which kicks off this weekend. Keep an eye out for more to […]
Taxes – Get Smart
Work for yourself? Sometimes? Small business? Here is an excellent look at how to stay on top of self-employment and small business taxes.
Side Hustle for Your Career
Many designers who work 9-5 have projects of their own that can help them grow in their full time position, as well. Here are 5 Ways a Side Hustle Can Advance Your Career.
IDSA Northwest Student Merit Awards
This Saturday, IDSA Northwest brought together a panel of seven senior Industrial Design leaders for unbiased assessment of students from University of Washington and Western Washington University’s ID programs. This Northwest selection process sends one senior from each school to compete at the District level, and be honored at the National Conference.