by Jared Ficklin I have burned a lot of time recently entertaining myself and friends by generating images or prose with Generative AI platforms like Midjourney and ChatGPT. Like many of our clients, I am asking myself where this all leads and if it is time to reassess machine learning…

Reflections on new challenges and milestones — While the metaverse and crypto technologies were key topics in the first half of the year, the tide turned almost overnight as markets shifted and the conversation evolved to generative computing. argo’s work was equally expansive, covering industries from robotics to social impact to AI-enabled everything. A quick look back…

By Matthew Santone Three years ago, in the wake of giving numerous talks on ‘Actual Design for Real AI’, I sat down and tried to write this very article but failed to get the words out of my head. As global principal designer at argo, I was beginning to feel…

How to Create Magic in Your Design — Umy is a designer at argodesign — at least, that’s his day job. His night job is that of a professional magician. Like so many of the passionate creators and makers at argo, Umy finds that his side project and his work for clients feed each other in meaningful ways…

Setting the terms of a new world — One of the most important tasks in shaping a new pattern of computing is to define its parameters. With so many new technologies in development, it’s vital to establish set terms. With solid guideposts in place, we can dive deeper into how these technologies are being used in the real…

We’re inspired by Jared’s vision of the metaverse as a tool to empower human capabilities and go beyond the restraints of digital screens. Thank you for this opportunity!

Hear from designers, strategists, creative directors, and even a magician — The 2023 SXSW PanelPicker is live, and we have five argonauts in the running this year. This year’s pitches cover topics around spatial computing, mixed reality, digital twins, and more. Each presentation is a unique opportunity for argo to share its vision of the future in front of a global…

by David Cleaves From its founding in 2014, argodesign has had a European ethos: a design-led firm working hand-in-hand with long-term clients to build tangible experiences with lasting value. So I’m especially gratified to be leading the company’s charge into Munich. With thriving studios in Austin and New York, I…

A balance of passions and personality crafts a fulfilling career — Melissa Segura is a Project Manager at argodesign and has worn a number of hats since her serendipitous start 7 years ago. Guided by her steadfast ambition and the unwavering support of her family, Melissa has nurtured her innate ability to walk fearlessly down the path of life. From the…