Design for Tomorrow vs. Design for Today

Should UX designers prioritise designing solutions for the ever-changing future (Design for Tomorrow) or focus on delivering practical solutions with immediate benefits (Design for Today)?

The Combatants:

• Futurism Champion: A believer in using futurism to create innovative solutions that address long-term challenges.
• Pragmatism Champion: An advocate for UX in creating practical solutions that deliver clear and measurable business benefits.

The Format:

• Each participant will outline their core arguments for Design for Tomorrow or Design for Today
• The debate will be divided into three rounds, each focusing on a key point of contention
  • Market Readiness: Can futuristic designs find a market, or are they destined to be before their time?
  • Practicality vs. Investment: Do the costs of deep futurism outweigh the potential benefits?
  • Agility vs. Vision: Can a long-term vision hinder an organization's ability to adapt to change?
• Moderator Q&A: The moderator will pose questions to each debater, allowing them to delve deeper into their positions and address each other's arguments
• Closing Statements: Each participant will summarize their key takeaways and offer a final perspective on the future of UX design