
High Resolution #10: Facebook Head of Design, Luke Woods, on design's true impact and creating for 2 billion people
Apr 16, 2017
Luke Woods, Head of Design at Facebook, discusses designing for 2 billion users, his journey to his position, and the role of design in a contentious political climate. He talks about the significance of design in the digital age and its responsibility in shaping content. He shares his experience joining Facebook's design team and transitioning to the growth team. He also discusses the value of design to Mark Zuckerberg and the challenges and opportunities of being a designer in a company. Lastly, he explores the future of design, emphasizing human-centered products and the importance of diversity.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Unexpected Paths to Design
02:40 • 6min
The Significance of Design in the Digital Age
08:47 • 18min
Joining Facebook's Design Team and the Importance of Design
26:17 • 2min
Design Challenges and Shifting Focus to the Growth Team
28:19 • 5min
Design and Scaling at Facebook
33:24 • 8min
From Growth to Messenger: Principles and Processes
41:12 • 26min
The Future of Design and Putting People First
01:06:52 • 4min
