Scribble Sesh with Joey Zeledón: Elevating unsexy products with a side of humor
First hand-written interview feature!
I am both excited and nervous to launch this new Q&A feature ~ I hope you enjoy the scribbles!
Joey Zeledón1 doesn’t just design things—they elevate them, helping products find their higher purpose. Doesn’t that sound awesome?
Joey is an award-winning designer, with nearly two decades of experience working with top industry names like HP, Steelcase, Smart Design, Continuum, and Clarks. Their work, from everyday items to thoughtfully reimagined furniture, blends emotional depth with practicality, always with an eye on comfort and connection.
They’re also the author of “Design is Trans” and Touchy/Feely, which explores the idea of emotional ergonomics, reminding us that design isn’t just about how something looks or works, but about how it feels.
Who are you – name, age, sign, location, occupation, other identifications?
You recently transitioned and have been very open about that online. How has the reception been?
Who was the first person you saw that you really identified with, whether it was personality, looks/clothing, essence, etc.?
What was the last book you read? Score out of 10?
In your essay, you say “design is trans.” What do you mean by this?
How does humor play a role in your work?
Show me a concept that got the axe that you still absolutely love and wish could happen.
Draw a picture of your favorite object and tell me why you like it or what it means to you.
What/who is your dream design project or collaborator?
What would your tombstone epitaph look like, and what would it say?
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Love this concept. So cool. I'm intrigued!
I love this!! ✍🏽📝