Alex DeckardReinventing Happiness Through UrbanismI’ve always been fascinated by place. As such, I’m one of those people always perusing “best places” lists, real estate listings, as well…May 1, 2017May 1, 2017
Alex DeckardUn-Hacking The Life HackWhen did everything become a “hack.” Life-hacking, diet-hacking, exercise-hacking — the list goes on. For something to be a hack than there…Apr 20, 2017Apr 20, 2017
Alex DeckardThoughts on Race & Privilege From a White American MaleThe above video for River by Leon Bridges is some of the beautiful and moving five minutes of filmmaking I’ve seen as of late. It also has…Feb 4, 2016Feb 4, 2016
Alex DeckardWhy Do You Make?Lately I’ve noticed myself falling back into the same rut that goes a little like this:Nov 6, 2014Nov 6, 2014
Alex DeckardAre You a Commodity?There are two sets of design professionals. The first set are commodities, and deliver value on a production level. These designers set…Nov 6, 2014Nov 6, 2014
Alex DeckardWhen Shit Hits the FanGrowing up in a liberal college town, I would frequently see bumper stickers that read, “If you aren’t outraged, you’re not paying…Aug 14, 2014Aug 14, 2014
Alex DeckardSweat the Small StuffIf something’s worth doing, it’s worth doing right.Mar 5, 2014Mar 5, 2014
Alex DeckardHow My Grandma is Making Me a Better DesignerGrandma stood under 5 feet tall, but she left some big shoes to fill. Even after her death, she continues to inspire me to do better on both a professional and personal level.Dec 9, 2013Dec 9, 2013
Alex DeckardSolving for XHow to solve for the unknown while considering your users.Aug 23, 2013Aug 23, 2013