Designing Templates a Machine Can Fill
Automated content only works when the design is systematized. Designing for automation isn't designing layouts. It's designing constraints.
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Design insights, AI product tips, and studio updates from the Sylva team.
The Always-On Content Machine: Social Posts Generated From the News
A system that reads the news, clusters it into themes, writes captions, and publishes brand-styled images on a schedule, no human in the loop. Here's how it works, and where humans still matter.
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We Prototype in Code Now, Not Figma
Conventional wisdom says design in Figma, then build. We flipped it. Building real, working features first surfaces the truth faster than any mockup.
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Script In, Finished Video Out: How We Automated a Whole Reels Pipeline
We built a system that turns a plain text script into a fully voiced, captioned, and rendered short: no editor, no timeline, no manual work. Here's every step of the stack.
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Motion on the Web: Less Is Always More
Every animation should earn its place. Here's our framework for knowing when to move and when to stay still.
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AI Product Photography: What It Can and Can't Do
We tested AI-generated product shots against traditional studio photography. Here's what actually works, and what still needs a real camera.
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Design Details That Actually Move E-Commerce Conversion
Forget best practices lists. Here's what we've seen work in real projects across different product categories.
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Why Every Startup Needs a Design System From Day One
A design system isn't a luxury. It's the foundation that lets you move fast without breaking your brand.
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How to Make Your Brand Stand Out With AI Tools
AI is democratizing design. Here's how to use it to stand out rather than blend in with everyone else.
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