Khyati Trehan, Designer at Google Creative Lab, on Why Curiosity and Play are the Keys to Mastering Emerging Tech

In this episode, we chat with Khyati Trehan, an internationally awarded designer who currently works at Google Creative Lab developing visual systems and experimental tools. Khyati has built a career that illuminates the intersection of design, creativity, and technology. She's worked with major global brands, including Apple, Instagram, Snapchat, Adobe, Samsung, Vogue, and the Oscars.Many creatives feel uncertain about the future of the industry, particularly concerning the impact of emerging technology like AI. Khyati shares an optimistic perspective on the bright side of these new tools, explaining that designers are essential for adding human value, empathy, and context to these systems. She explains how she is embracing new methods of creation, like vibe coding, which allows her design to become more malleable. Ultimately, Khyati reminds us that the key to preparing for the future is focusing on novelty over efficiency, and embracing play to make experiences that we couldn't before.