Today I'm speaking with Chase Goulet, a product designer and former professional Minecraft builder.
Find out more about Chase → https://chasegoulet.com/
Find out more about the podcast here → https://jackvaughan.com
We talked about:
- Failure, mindset, and the art of learning
- Minecraft, architecture, and his road to product design
- His college startup
- Design as trust
- The ever-encroaching wave of AI on our creativity and how we contribute
- And much, much more
Summary & Chapters (AI-Generated)
In this conversation, Jack Vaughan speaks with Chase Goulet, a product designer and former professional Minecraft builder. They explore Chase's journey from his early creative experiences with Minecraft to his transition into product design. The discussion covers themes of creativity, the impact of AI on design, the importance of self-education, and the role of mentorship in career development.
Chase shares insights on the learning process, emphasizing the balance between theory and practice, and reflects on how gaming has influenced his approach to design. Jack and Chase explore the themes of learning through failure, the significance of college experiences, the evolving role of designers in the age of AI, and the future of design.
They discuss the importance of iteration in learning, the impact of college on personal and professional growth, and the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in the design field. The conversation emphasizes the need for creativity, abstract reasoning, and the human touch in design, even as technology advances.
00:00 Chase's Journey into Minecraft Building
03:42 Working with BlockWorks and Educational Projects
06:46 The Process of Translating Real-World Architecture into Minecraft
09:54 AI and Technology in Minecraft Building
12:27 The Role of Creativity in Game Design
15:28 Personal Projects and Passion for Building
18:36 The Impact of Minecraft on Understanding Architecture
21:27 Transitioning from Architecture to Product Design
24:44 The Transition from Engineering to Design
29:21 Learning Through Experience and Mentorship
33:59 The Art of Self-Education
38:26 Embracing Failure and Self-Criticism
40:15 College Experiences and Startup Ventures
47:00 The Role of Design in Building Trust
51:56 Building Trust Through Professional Branding
55:02 The Balance of Design and Trust
57:59 Navigating Career Growth and Skill Development
57:59 The Role of AI in Design and Creativity
01:08:41 The Future of Design in an AI-Driven World