Meet Paul Bille: the designer questioning digital infrastructures and building community-led works

Paul Bille is a multidisciplinary designer who operates at the intersection of art, design, and technology. Originally from Germany, he has resided in various countries known for their distinctive design landscapes, including the Netherlands and the United States, where he is currently based. With a rich background in design cutting across diverse cultures, Bille’s perspective is truly one-of-a-kind. This in-depth interview with Bille offers a glimpse into his varied design practice, where we discuss his collaborations with artists and cultural institutions alongside the many formats his work takes shape in – websites, identities, printed matter, 3D works, workshops, performances, and writing. We also touch upon his recent projects, his preferred design tools, and his current role as the Creative Director for telos.haus, a new community, art, and event space in Brooklyn. PT: Hi Paul, how has spring been treating you so far? PB: Hi! Spring has been good so far. I’ve been wrapping up some projects that carried over from last year and just kicked off a really exciting new one.