Abdul Osama (عبدول أسامة) argues that AI—technology that can generate content such as images and designs from a user's instructions—does not replace a skilled designer. It can produce something that looks good, but he says consistently good work with creative thinking and a business goal still needs a designer.
“If you want consistently good work with thought and creativity, you need a skilled designer.” — Abdul Osama
What is the difference?
| AI design tools can | Abdul says a designer brings | | --- | --- | | Produce output that looks attractive | Thought and creativity behind the design | | Generate designs | Consistent work directed toward a business goal and results |
Abdul is not arguing against using AI. He says designers are among the people who have benefited most from tools that generate designs: they can produce more and better work and serve more clients.
“The people who have benefited most from AI design tools are designers.” — Abdul Osama
What he rejects is the idea that someone with no design experience can simply stop relying on designers because AI is available. Drawing on his experience in the job market, he says design projects still run into problems where a designer is the person who helps resolve them.
What should you do next?
If you use AI for design, look beyond whether the output is visually appealing. Identify the idea and business goal, then assess whether the work serves them consistently. If you lack design experience, do not assume access to a tool is a substitute for a designer's expertise.
