Most Read Articles of 2025
The BYU Design Review thrived in 2025, and we had more readers this year than we’ve had in any year past. A heartfelt thank you to the many members of our design community across the world—your contributions, reads, and shares made this year memorable.
Check out our top five articles published in 2025 to glean valuable insights for enhancing your design work and expanding your design perspective. Missed any? Take a moment to catch up and discover something new.
1: Our Favorite Engineering Memes
We raided the engineering first aid kit to help one of our editorial board members deal with the stress of work and finals, but all we found were these memes. Happy Belated April Fools Day from the BYU Design Review!
2: Good Design: Japanese Wood Joinery
The mastery of Japanese wood joinery proves that Good Design is both functional and beautiful. With precise hand-carved joints, this technique has stood the test of time, influencing everything from furniture to architecture. Explore how these principles can transform the way we think about manufacturing and design!
3: The Evolution of Roller Coaster Design
In commemoration of National Roller Coaster Day, join Blake Ipsen in appreciating the hard work and technical expertise that go into designing these rides. Countless technological innovations in recent history have made new roller coasters safer, more comfortable, more reliable, and more extreme than ever before.
4: Stanley v Owalla: The Big Bottle Debate
Discover which reusable water bottle reigns supreme. Learn from Emelia’s analysis as she compares Stanley Quencher and Owala FreeSip designs, insulation, and features to help you choose your perfect hydration companion.
5: The Best Approximation of Pi
3? 3.14? 22/7? What is the best approximation of Pi? In this article, Dr. Chris Mattson explores this question and its implications to the world of design.
To cite this article:
The BYU Design Review Editorial Board. “Most Read Articles of 2025.” The BYU Design Review, 5 Jan. 2026, https://www.designreview.byu.edu/collections/most-read-articles-of-2025.
