Symetris

Symetris hit the sunny streets of San Francisco for Config2024, and what a ride it was! ☀️Here’s a glimpse into how the sessions fired us up and are shaping our next big moves:

▶️ Captivated by the latest updates from Figma especially the AI enhancements and new Slides tool, we're all charged up to explore these technologies that promise smarter, more efficient design workflows.

▶️ Simone Giertz's fun take on embracing imperfection with her "sh*tty robots" was not just entertaining but enlightening. It encouraged us to foster a workspace where creativity flourishes in the most unexpected ways, reminding us that sometimes, the best ideas come from embracing the quirks.

▶️ Jenny Arden's insights at Zillow about fostering a culture of excellence resonated deeply with our team. She discussed how a combination of clear leadership, a passionate team, and a shared vision can propel a company into its "Golden Era." This aligns closely with our aim at Symetris to cultivate an environment where both creativity and precision are valued.

And of course, we met fellow creatives and explored tools like Anima App, Ditto, and Coda HQ ! 💡

Here’s to bringing all this inspiration back home and translating it into innovative projects that not only meet but exceed expectations. Stay tuned for what’s next!

Symetris hit the sunny streets of San Francisco for Config2024, and what a ride it was! ☀️Here’s a glimpse into how the sessions fired us up and are shaping our next big moves:

▶️ Captivated by the latest updates from Figma, especially the AI enhancements and new Slides tool, we're all charged up to explore these technologies that promise smarter, more efficient design workflows.

▶️ The redesign of BBC.com and the session detailing United Airlines' comprehensive switch to Figma were among the most impactful presentations. They provided a deep dive into how design functions at a global scale—balancing user needs with brand identity across diverse markets. These cases demonstrated the power of design systems that are not only visually cohesive but adaptive and responsive to user feedback. The discussion around United Airlines, in particular, highlighted the extensive teamwork and strategic planning required to successfully migrate to new design tools, which is particularly relevant to us as we think about our own tools and processes.

PS. It explains why we thought that the United Airlines app is amazing, it’s because it’s an award-winning app! 🤯

▶️ Simone Giertz’s fun take on embracing imperfection with her "sh*tty robots" was not just entertaining but enlightening. It encouraged us to foster a workspace where creativity flourishes in the most unexpected ways, reminding us that sometimes, the best ideas come from embracing the quirks.

▶️ Jenny Arden's insights at Zillow about fostering a culture of excellence resonated deeply with our team. She discussed how a combination of clear leadership, a passionate team, and a shared vision can propel a company into its "Golden Era." This aligns closely with our aim at Symetris to cultivate an environment where both creativity and precision are valued.

And of course, we met fellow creatives and explored tools like Anima, Ditto, and Coda 💡

Here’s to bringing all this inspiration back home and translating it into innovative projects that not only meet but exceed expectations. Stay tuned for what’s next!