Paul Rowan

Paul Rowan, co-founder of Umbra and designer of the iconic Garbo trash can, dives into the world of creativity and entrepreneurship. He shares how his childhood in a hardware store sparked his design journey and how a simple DIY project transformed into a global brand. The conversation explores the art of turning setbacks into success, the importance of collaboration with design students, and the innovative spirit needed during recessions. Paul also discusses the role of AI in design and the persistent value of human imagination.