Master student Industrial Design at Eindhoven University of Technology
In this portfolio, I aim to showcase my expertise and passion for design across various disciplines. Grounded in the principles of User-Centered Design and focused on User Experience Design, Human-Technology Interaction, and Visual Thinking & Communication, I strive to create meaningful, intuitive solutions that connect deeply with users on a profound psychological level.
ABOUT ME
My approach to design is deeply rooted in the principles of user-centered design, where the needs, preferences, and behaviors of users take precedence in the design process. I believe that a hollistic understanding is essential for creating successful and impactful designs, which is why I strongly advocate for involving and working with multiple stakeholders and individuals with expertise. Moreover, with cognitive neuroscientists demonstrating that 95% of our brain’s activity operates unconsciously, thereby exerting significant influence over our decisions, actions, and behavior, I believe that comprehending the user’s perspective extends beyond verbal communication alone. Uncovering and including this insight is therefore something I strive for, in order to create successful and responsible solutions tailored to the specific needs of the user.
Within all my endeavors, I firmly adhere to a research-based approach, acknowledging that research forms the cornerstone of effective design solutions. While literature review stands as a constant foundation in the design process, I also value and endorse the inclusion of empirical and participatory methods such as focus groups, case studies, interviews, or the utilization of research probes. Depending on the specific research objectives and the nature of the project, these additional methods contribute in enhancing the comprehensiveness and depth of understanding. In addition, to ensure alignment with both user needs and project goals, I emphasize iterative development informed by continuous user feedback. Analyzing collected data through tools such as Python, Miro, and Microsoft Forms are thereby considered standard practice.
My approach to visual communication is grounded in creativity, aesthetics, and attention to detail. As someone who is strongly visually oriented, meaning adept at understanding concepts through visual interpretation, one of my strengths lies in effectively conveying ideas graphically to both clients and team members. In doing so, I utilize a variety of design tools and software, including various Adobe programs, as well as filming, directing and editing videos for concept explanation. Moreover, although I have always had a passion for drawing, I have acquired the skill of design sketching throughout my studies, which enhances my communicating capabilities masterfully. Furthermore, I advocate utilizing mockups to convey specific designs in specific settings, allowing clients to visualize how the final product manifests in a real-world context.
Leveraging technology is paramount to pushing the boundaries of creativity and innovation. I believe that embracing technological advancements ensures designs are not only aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional and future-ready. During my studies, I have repeatedly committed to technically realizing design concepts within group work to develop this skill significantly. By doing so, I aimed to prevent limiting any design ideas I might have in the future, touching upon the responsibility of being a professional Industrial Designer. One of the key elements in this technological integration is the use of Arduino software, which can be utilized in various microcontroller-based systems. Additionally, I frequently use various computer-aided design software and machines to bring certain concepts to life, including Fusion 360, 3D printers, and milling machines.
DISTINCTIVE ATTRIBUTES
master projects year 2
M2.1 Project at the company smartQare, Eindhoven
smartQare UI
A user-centered redesign for smartQare’s viQtor interface, translating continuous patient monitoring into an intuitive NUI for nurses in the General Ward.
Through contextual inquiries and iterative interface research, this project redefined viQtor’s interaction framework to support mental models and reduce cognitive load. Spread across multiple technological touchpoints, the platform was reshaped to embed intuitive data access into daily workflows. Consequently, the future implementation of continuous monitoring would facilitate early detection of patient deterioration, thereby reducing the risk of adverse outcomes and improving overall patient safety — Mockup created with Canva AI (2024)
Set in the year 2050, the exhibition unfolds through three speculative fabulations: It’s All Gone, Collective Nostalgia, and I Need Closure. Visitors are guided through narratives of loss, shared memory, and a personal scent-making ritual, prompting reflection on the social and cultural values we share, and the sociopolitical tensions that arise when a deeply rooted ritual like coffee consumption would cease to exist.