Figma’s rolling out big updates, but we’re only interested in the ones that actually make our work sharper, faster, and more collaborative. Here’s our take.
May 12, 2025
Figma just dropped a truckload of updates at Config 2025, and while half the internet is losing its mind, we’ve taken a step back to separate the noise from the gold. We’re not here to fangirl over every new feature, we’re here to talk about the stuff that’ll actually level up our workflow and benefit the brands we work with.
These updates are rolling out over the coming weeks, and we’ll be diving in, testing, poking, and (let’s be honest) breaking things as we go. But a few highlights already have us rubbing our paws together…
Figma Make: Instant prototyping with AI
This one’s got real promise.
Figma Make allows us to take written prompts or rough ideas and spin up functional prototypes, fast. It’s not about replacing design thinking or skipping strategy, but it is a smart way to pressure-test ideas early. For us, that means we can experiment quicker, validate concepts faster, and make sure we’re building something that actually works before we go full throttle on development.
Why this matters: Faster iteration = quicker feedback loops = less faff and more focus on what moves the needle.
Figma Draw: Vector tools, now built in
Illustrator’s still the heavyweight champ for illustration, but Figma Draw brings some handy new vector and sketching features straight into Figma. Think: freehand annotations, path editing, and shape creation — without jumping between tools.
It’s perfect for those in-between moments: sketching out ideas live in a client session, refining a shape mid-prototype, or leaving visual notes for devs.
Why this matters: It speeds up collaboration and keeps everything in one place, especially in the early stages when creativity needs to flow without interruption.
Other noteworthy mentions
We won’t pretend we’re using everything Figma announced (Figma Sites will take a lot more to persuade us!), but we’re keeping a curious eye on:
- Advanced Auto Layout updates – For more responsive, adaptive designs with fewer constraints and cleaner handoffs.
- Improved Dev Mode – Makes the designer–developer handshake smoother, which means fewer questions and quicker builds.
- Scoped Variables – Better control over design tokens, which could help with large-scale design systems.
If you’re the type who wants to dive headfirst into the full release, you can check out Figma’s official announcement.
Our take
We’re always on the hunt for ways to work smarter — not just for the sake of speed, but to craft better, more thoughtful digital experiences. These updates help us do that. The ones that matter? We’ll be putting them through their paces.
If you're curious about how tools like these shape our process, and what that means for your next project, drop us a message. We don’t do cookie-cutter solutions, but we do love a chat.