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02 - Accessible design

Season 1, Ep. 2
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Accessibility is still perceived as an afterthought by business and design, but the tides are shifting: we are entering an era where the needs of each individual are embraced and celebrated. Kristian and Steve talk about the principles of Universal Design and how “designing for some” is inevitably “used by many”.


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Steve Wang is a Product Designer and a Design Ops specialist from Aleph, highly experienced in establishing and scaling design systems for enterprise.

Kristian Mikhel is a Senior Product Designer from Grab, where he crafts merchant marketing experiences.


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Tune in every other week for a new episode of “Paper & Pain” where Kristian and Steve delve into the world of design, discuss trends, and give tips on how to thrive in the field.

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