Introducing the 2026 MAD Design Fellows

AnnouncementsApr 27, 2026

MIT Researchers ‘Speak Objects into Existence’ using AI and Robotics

StoriesNov 20, 2025
Two robotic arms assemble a geometric stool-like structure made of interlocking lattice components. A motion blur effect captures one arm’s movement as it places parts. A laptop and control panel sit nearby, and text in the corner reads “User Prompt: ‘I want a simple stool.’” The setup demonstrates real-time AI-driven robotic fabrication responding to natural language input.

iPod Inventor and Nest Founder Tony Fadell Named MAD’s Inaugural Designer in Residence

AnnouncementsSep 30, 2025
A black-and-white photo of Tony Fadell, smiling, wearing a short-sleeved, V-neck T-shirt. He is standing casually with one hand in his pocket against a plain white background.