

Complementary
Anthony Hobday, Katie Langerman
A podcast about the principles and practices of interface design.
Episodes
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Jun 16, 2024 • 47min
36: Interfaces are Affected by What People Care About
Anthony and Katie chat about the people behind interfaces, and how competing priorities impact the end result of interface design.
Hosts:
Anthony Hobday, Generalist Product Designer: https://twitter.com/hobdaydesign
Katie Langerman, Systems Designer: https://twitter.com/KatieLangerman

Jun 2, 2024 • 57min
35: Form Design with Adam Silver
In this discussion, Adam Silver, a designer and author recognized for his expertise in form design, shares insights drawn from his transition from developer to designer. He clarifies the complexities of designing effective web forms, highlighting the balance between usability and aesthetics. The team dissects both positive and negative user experiences with online forms, explores the evolving role of AI in form interactions, and emphasizes the importance of clear design elements like color contrast. Prepare for a fun dive into the art and intricacies of form design!

May 19, 2024 • 52min
34: How Design Systems Impact Interface Design with Donnie D'Amato
This week we're joined by Donnie D'Amato to discuss how design systems have impacted interface design.
Hosts:
Anthony Hobday, Generalist Product Designer: https://twitter.com/hobdaydesign
Katie Langerman, Systems Designer: https://twitter.com/KatieLangerman

May 5, 2024 • 42min
33: How Interfaces Evolve Over Time
Anthony and Katie discuss how interface design evolves over time.
Hosts:
Anthony Hobday, Generalist Product Designer: https://twitter.com/hobdaydesign
Katie Langerman, Systems Designer: https://twitter.com/KatieLangerman

Apr 21, 2024 • 36min
32: Thoughts on "Just Enough Design" by Taku Satoh
Anthony and Katie discuss "Just Enough Design" by Taku Satoh. Spoiler: we like it.
Anthony's recommended short design books: https://www.anthonyhobday.com/blog/20230101.html
Hosts:
Anthony Hobday, Generalist Product Designer: https://twitter.com/hobdaydesign
Katie Langerman, Systems Designer: https://twitter.com/KatieLangerman

Apr 7, 2024 • 38min
31: Interface Personality vs Usability
Delve into the fascinating balance of interface personality and usability in design. Discover how whimsical animations, like a flying possum, can enhance user experience without overwhelming functionality. Explore how subtle design choices reflect personality traits and affect users on platforms. The role of sound emerges as a powerful tool in digital engagement, adding depth to brand identity. Insights on animation highlight the importance of keeping user satisfaction at the forefront while maintaining creative expression.

Mar 24, 2024 • 35min
30: How Important is Feedback?
Anthony and Katie discuss design feedback: how important it is, bad vs. good feedback, and the difference between harsh and direct feedback.
Hosts:
Anthony Hobday, Generalist Product Designer: https://twitter.com/hobdaydesign
Katie Langerman, Systems Designer: https://twitter.com/KatieLangerman

Mar 10, 2024 • 34min
29: Interface Design Roles
Anthony and Katie discuss different roles and responsibilities related to interface design, sharing their preferred combinations.
Hosts:
Anthony Hobday, Generalist Product Designer: https://twitter.com/hobdaydesign
Katie Langerman, Systems Designer: https://twitter.com/KatieLangerman

Feb 25, 2024 • 33min
28: Design Quotes
Exploring design quotes, interface design evolution, shapeless buttons controversy, balancing innovation with familiarity in design, importance of unique design perspective

Feb 11, 2024 • 45min
27: Finish This Sentence: Celebrating One Year of Complementary
Anthony and Katie celebrate one year of producing this podcast with a game: finish this sentence. Each person prepared sentences for the other to finish, all related to design.
Hosts:
Anthony Hobday, Generalist Product Designer: https://twitter.com/hobdaydesign
Katie Langerman, Systems Designer: https://twitter.com/KatieLangerman


