they/them
I love designing for people with a clear vision—one that can only truly come alive through thoughtful design
I approach this work by deeply understanding their vision within its contexts: exploring opportunities, navigating constraints, and ensuring that intention and impact are reflected in the product.
I’m fascinated by how people interact with the systems we navigate every day—whether digital, physical, or a blend of both. My goal is to bridge the gap between complex systems and the people they are meant to serve, by designing products that are functional, intuitive, and empowering.
Origin story
Early hobbies led me to design
This passion for human-centered systems isn’t new—my curiosity started long before I understood what design was.
From doodling condo floor plans and poring over maps and wayfinding—captivated by how they describe our world—
to observing how people use self-checkout stands and car infotainment systems—inspired by how they could be more usable—
I've always enjoyed reimagining the systems of our world.
At my yeung age, I didn't yet perceive the nuances of how design shapes the way we interface with our environment. In retrospect, I'm glad these earliest hobbies were compelling precursors to my product design path.
These inclinations have:
evolved into the design thinking I wield today,
offered me a unique lens through which I see the world, and
strengthened the product design abilities I bring to my work.
And these ways of thinking are still hobbies of mine. Personal expressions of this mindset have led me to reimagine my university program's course numbering scheme and explore the constraints of a special-purpose LA Metro Rail map.
That curiosity continues to drive the types of problems I tackle today.
Outside of product design
I'm stimulated by novelty...
Some of my favorites:
discovering scenic views
being impressed by technology
learning new best practices + software
trying new dishes and cuisines
inventing personalized bubble tea recipes
curating fresh music and mixtapes
...to create
Other aesthetic practices I enjoy:
graphic design
information design (especially cartography)
architecture
interior design
editorial design
photography
Scenic views are treasured places where I reflect
Saturated sunsets,
skylines of cities,
suburban lights,
and Morro Rock
are some favorites.
These creative practices continue to shape how I approach design—finding beauty in complexity and clarity in systems.
Thanks for stopping by.
If you’re excited about creating impactful, user-centered products, let’s connect!