Upcoming Event
Monday, November 9 2026
6:30–8:30 pm
Design Spotlight
The Art & Science behind Duolingo
Monday, November 9 2026
6:30–8:30 pm
Design Spotlight
The Art & Science behind Duolingo
Delight, motion, animation, systems, craft, brand, SILLINESS!
It takes a lot of rigor to be this fun. Join Mig Reyes and the Duolingo design team for an inside look at the systems, craft, and character work behind one of the most joyfully unhinged brands. They’ll share how a cast of characters, a playful motion language, and a diligent design system come together to keep millions of learners coming back every day.
Expect real talk about the process, the experiments, and the decisions behind those moments of delight, plus a few laughs along the way.
Schedule
- 6:30 pm Doors open & check-in
- 7:00 pm Event begins
- 8:30 pm Event ends
Tickets
- Non-member $35.00
- AIGA Member $30.00
John L. Tishman Auditorium, The New School
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University Center
63 5th Avenue
New York, 10003
Speaker
Mig Reyes
Mig Reyes leads Design across one of the world’s most loved learning products. His career spans hits of internet-era design: Threadless, Basecamp, Instagram, and a stint at a Michelin-starred restaurant booking platform. He’s also spent years building creative community — founding CreativeMornings Chicago, president of AIGA Chicago, and starting Humble Pied, a project where designers share the stuff they wish someone had told them earlier.
Event Series: Design Spotlight
These events are design talks or conversations that feature designers or creative teams sharing top of mind or breakout work.
Tickets
We are committed to keeping events accessible to all participants. Your ticket and donation supports AIGA NY and costs associated with event production costs. If ticket cost is a barrier, please contact Stacey@aigany.org.
Photography and Video
Please be aware that photography and filming may be taken at this event for marketing and promotional purposes. If you do not want to be photographed or filmed, please speak to our team on the day.
John L. Tishman Auditorium, The New School
—
University Center
63 5th Avenue
New York, 10003