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Alan Power (4 Articles)

I'm an Irish product designer who specializes on visual design, illustration and brand identity. With over 14 years in the industry, I've learned a lot and try to use my experience to bring some clarity to any product I'm working on.
The Benefits of Creating a Design System

The Benefits of Creating a Design System

Styleguides have been around for years and have always been important to the visual identity of a company, but the rebrand of the term has given a new dimension to…

Creating a Design System Language

Creating a Design System Language

It seems like Design System Language is the current buzz word in the design industry and everyone wants one. But how exactly can a product benefit from having a living,…

Creating an Illustration Guideline

Creating an Illustration Guideline

An Illustration is like any other form of design. It’s vital that it is consistent. The best way to do this is by creating guidelines across our illustrations Why is…

When Illustrations Matter to the Design Process

When Illustrations Matter to the Design Process