Ricky Richards

I'maPrincipalProductDesignerwhostartedmycareerinLondonbeforerelocatingtotheUStojoinApplein2018.Ihavemorethantwodecadesofexperiencecreatingdigitalproductsandbrandexperiences.Mypracticesitsattheintersectionofproductdesign,artdirection,Aiandcoding.

TitlePrincipal Product Designer
LocationAustin, TX
BornEngland, 1990
Emailhello@rickyrichards.com
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Square
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BMW
Mini
Wieden+KennedyWieden+Kennedy
Apple
OgilvyOgilvy
Taur
Nike
Coca-Cola
Cash AppCash App
Square
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BMW
Mini
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Taur
Top of Mind

Ihaven'tbeenthisexcitedtocreatesinceIfirstdiscoveredAdobePhotoshop.WhilemanyarefocusingonAI'srisks,I'mmoreinterestedinitspotentialtodramaticallylowerthecostofturningideasintoreality.

Last updated March 2026

Design

A sampling of projects I've worked on

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Design Anthology

A collection of independent pieces.

YearRoleTypeClientTitle
2026DesignerLifelistsPersonalPrerequisite to Tracklyst App
Personal2026
DesignerPrerequisite to Tracklyst AppLifelists
2024DesignerBrandingPersonalRisk & Reward Show Branding
Personal2024
DesignerRisk & Reward Show BrandingBranding
2023DesignerBrandingSeer GrillsSeer Grills Brand Concept
Seer Grills2023
DesignerSeer Grills Brand ConceptBranding
2022DesignerBrandingVeronica LombardoVLM Rebrand
Veronica Lombardo2022
DesignerVLM RebrandBranding
2018DesignerProduct ConceptAppleDigital iPod Audio Player Concept
Apple2018
DesignerDigital iPod Audio Player ConceptProduct Concept
2017Concept & DirectionCommercialCrep ProtectCrep Protect Splash
Crep Protect2017
Concept & DirectionCrep Protect SplashCommercial
2017DesignerBusiness CardsThe GateLong Form Agency Business Cards
The Gate2017
DesignerLong Form Agency Business CardsBusiness Cards
2016DirectorIdentIdle Man & Channel 4Idle Man Idents
Idle Man & Channel 42016
DirectorIdle Man IdentsIdent
2016Designer & Art DirectorBrandingTomorrow's PeopleBrand Refresh
Tomorrow's People2016
Designer & Art DirectorBrand RefreshBranding
2015DesignerBrandingAlexander AsseilyLillium Jet Logo Concepts
Alexander Asseily2015
DesignerLillium Jet Logo ConceptsBranding
2014DesignerBrandingENDMK RecordsToucan Logo
ENDMK Records2014
DesignerToucan LogoBranding
2014DesignerLogoJYNX Music DuoLogo for DJ Duo
JYNX Music Duo2014
DesignerLogo for DJ DuoLogo
2013DesignerIndustrial DesignPersonalCoke Chairs Concept
Personal2013
DesignerCoke Chairs ConceptIndustrial Design
2013Designer & Art DirectorOutdoor AdvertisingCokeCoke Santa
Coke2013
Designer & Art DirectorCoke SantaOutdoor Advertising
2012DesignerTypographyPersonalMarilyn Display Type
Personal2012
DesignerMarilyn Display TypeTypography
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Launching Neo Humanoid Robot with Brando Vasquez

Launching Neo Humanoid Robot with Brando Vasquez

How to Start Angel Investing

How to Start Angel Investing

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Investments

A selection of my 50+ Angel Investments

AetherAI-designed proteins for advanced materials and critical mineralsAtomicBuilding a small, fast semiconductor fab from scratchBalloonAnonymous idea-sharing and prioritization for teamsCapbaseIncorporation and cap table management for startupsComposerAutomated trading strategies for retail investorsFirst DayAI-powered game development studioGenasisAI-powered machine learning platformGotennaMobile mesh networking for off-grid communicationHitchUber for long-distance, city-to-city ridesharingKatalystFDA-cleared full-body EMS training suit and appKoyfinBloomberg-caliber financial data at a fraction of the costLimitlessAI wearable that records and transcribes conversationsLumosAutonomous identity and access management for IT teamsMachina LabsAI-guided robotic sheet metal forming for aerospace and defenseMageOpen-source data pipeline orchestration toolMind PortalNon-invasive wearable brain-computer interfaceMini CircleNon-viral gene therapy for longevity and anti-agingNeurophosPhotonic AI chips for faster, energy-efficient inferenceOOrbitCloud streaming platform for games and interactive mediaOpenEnvoyAI-powered accounts payable automation and fraud detectionPipedreamAutonomous underground delivery via high-speed robot pipelinesPopchewVirtual restaurant platform for creator-led food brandsQDMHigh-energy-density superconductor materials using quantum chemistryRooOn-demand veterinary staffing marketplaceSandboxPremium location-based VR experiences for groupsSignalAI-powered data tools for revenue operations teamsStandard MetricsAutomated investor relations and portfolio reporting for startupsSundayCustom, eco-friendly lawn care subscription plansVendooCross-listing and analytics for resellers
Essays

Compiled research, deep dives and hot takes.

DateSubjectTitle
Mar 2026AI + DesignHow AI Is Reshaping the Role of the Product Designer
How AI Is Reshaping the Role of the Product Designer
AI + DesignMar 2026
Mar 2026Tools + WorkflowThe AI Product Design Stack in 2026
The AI Product Design Stack in 2026
Tools + WorkflowMar 2026
Mar 2026Agent ExperienceDesigning for AI Agents: The UX Paradigm Nobody Is Ready For
Designing for AI Agents: The UX Paradigm Nobody Is Ready For
Agent ExperienceMar 2026
Feb 2026RoboticsThe Humanoid Robot Landscape: Everything You Need to Know in 2026
The Humanoid Robot Landscape: Everything You Need to Know in 2026
RoboticsFeb 2026
Nov 2025AI + DesignWhy Every Designer Should Learn Creative AI Coding
Why Every Designer Should Learn Creative AI Coding
AI + DesignNov 2025
Aug 2025Design SystemsHow to Use Design Systems with AI Coding Tools
How to Use Design Systems with AI Coding Tools
Design SystemsAug 2025
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Designismorethanthecraftofpushingpixels,it'sawayofunderstandingproblemsandshapingoutcomes.Itryandapplydesignthinkinginallaspectsoflife,withtheaimofcreatingworkthatisbestinclass.PursuingthatstandardishowIbelieveIcancontributetoabetterworld.

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