Joe Gebbia's Bold Move: From Airbnb to Trump's Chief Design Officer – Can He Transform Government Services?
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Joe Gebbia's Bold Move: From Airbnb to Trump's Chief Design Officer – Can He Transform Government Services?

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Summary:

  • Joe Gebbia, co-founder of Airbnb, is now the U.S. Chief Design Officer under President Trump.

  • He aims to make government services as user-friendly and satisfying as the Apple Store.

  • Some design industry peers are skeptical about the role's effectiveness and political context.

  • Gebbia's plans focus on sleek design rather than extravagant elements like gold flourishes.

  • This appointment marks a significant shift in how design is integrated into government operations.

From Airbnb to America's 'Chief Design Officer'

Joe Gebbia, a billionaire co-founder of Airbnb, has been appointed as the first Chief Design Officer of the United States by President Trump. He announced ambitious plans to enhance the government's online presence, aiming to make it as satisfying to use as the Apple Store.

In a post on X, Gebbia stated that his goal is to update government services for better user experience, moving away from potential heavy gold flourishes favored by Trump towards something sleeker. However, this move has sparked skepticism among some peers in the design industry, who question the feasibility and implications of such a role in the current political climate.

Joe Gebbia at Tribeca Film Festival Joe Gebbia, recently installed as chief design officer, hopes to emulate the Apple Store's success in government services. Credit: Arturo Holmes/Getty Images

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