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Find Design friends near you

Design is the practice of shaping how things look and work, from graphic design and typography to product and interior design. Designers bond over shared obsessions with details most people never notice, and critiquing each other's work builds respect.

How to find people who share your love of design

In Partnr you add Design to your interests, set how far you'll travel, and browse nearby people who like it too. When you both show interest you can chat and make a plan.

  • Host a casual design critique night with snacks
  • Visit a design museum or exhibit together
  • Collaborate on a small passion project like a zine or poster

Conversation starters for Design friends

  • “What is a piece of design that you think is perfect?”
  • “Are you more into graphic, product, or space design?”
  • “What font do you secretly love that designers are supposed to hate?”

Design in Southern California

Southern California has a rich design legacy, including the mid-century modern homes of Palm Springs and the Case Study Houses in Los Angeles.

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Questions about finding Design friends

How do I meet other designers near me?

Design events and meetups exist, but finding a casual design friend can be harder. On Partnr you can add Design to your profile and see who around you shares it, then trade portfolios over coffee.

Is it helpful to have friends who are designers?

Design friends notice the kerning nobody else sees and give the blunt but useful feedback your portfolio needs. If your circle lacks them, an interest-first friend app like Partnr can surface nearby designers who would welcome a critique swap.

Can I find design friends in Southern California?

Yes. Partnr works wherever you set your location, so you can use it to find people in Los Angeles, San Diego, Orange County and nearby who share your interest in design.

Meet your design people.

Partnr is launching soon on iOS and Android. Get notified the day it goes live.