Articles - Jakob Flingelli

I gave notice in August.

I’m writing this the night before I turn 40.

My kids still think I’m one of the coolest people.

In February 2026, Sina and I travelled to Taiwan for the first time.

When we arrived in Hong Kong two days ago, we directly took an Uber from the airport to CN Square in Kowloon.

Three weeks ago, Sina and I came back from a short trip to South Africa.

TL;DR Traveling to SA and need ideas?

In 2004, photographer Arno Rafael Minkkinen stood in front of a graduating class at the New England School of Photography and gave a speech that quietly became legendary.

I almost bought a cinema last week.

Here’s a design check you won’t find in architecture school: Would a kid start a game of hide-and-seek in here?

Less noise.

TL;DR: Just scroll down and check the photos…. — There are two types of people in Berlin.

This summer feels off — but in the best way.

Some places feel oddly familiar even before you get there.

Most people try change like they try a new hobby: cautiously, and with one foot still in their usual routine.

If you’ve been following my newsletter, From Europe with Love, you know I’m all about uncovering hidden gems — usually in Europe.

At some point, someone will ask: “With so much unknown, how do you move forward?”

Careers used to be ladders: one job, one path, one direction.

🆕 Whats New “If you are not embarrassed by the first version of your product, you've launched too late.” is one of the mantras of product management.

Hope you had a fantastic month!