Phnam Bagley

Partner + Creative Director | Nonfiction Phnam Bagley is an industrial designer and space architect who designs the future of everything, on and off planet Earth. She is the co-founder of Nonfiction, a company that turns science fiction into reality for a better future. Some example of her work include wearables for human health and performance, renewable energy solutions for rural Africa, and space architecture for scientists to work and thrive in space. All of Phnam’s work supports the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals, and focuses on create a positive impact for people and the natural world. Her body of work has been responsible for more than $250M in fundraising, sales and acquisitions. As an educator, she co-produces Future Future, a video series that demystifies design and the future of everything. She also teaches creativity and innovation to generals, police departments and NASA centers. She is a keynote speaker, sharing her stories and insights on international stages like TED, COP and SXSW.

Activities for Phnam

IDEA Juror | 2024, 2025
Speaker | Women in Design Deep Dive | 2021

Designing the Future of Humanity

Designing the future of humanity will greatly depend on how we interconnect science, technology, art, and design. With her multi-disciplinary team at Nonfiction, Phnam is redefining the impact designers have on the world, on and off planet. Designers have the power to evolve the way we treat our youth (education) and our communities (smart cities, healthcare). They can also help conserve culture (fabrication techniques, rituals) and prepare humans for the future of space exploration (sustainable living).