Hi, I'm an industrial designer from Shanghai, China. I'm currently pursuing my Master's degree in the Integrated Product Design program at University of Pennsylvania.
I became an industrial designer because of my enthusiasm in technology and physical products. I love the touch of a well polished product with the cutting-edge technology inside, combining technology and liberal arts. I also love the tactile feeling of analog inputs. In my many projects, I experimented ways to imitate analog feedback with modern digital technologies.
Outside my professional life, I'm also a photographer and videographer. I'm especially intrigued to the retro look of a film roll, and experimented in ways of imitating that look. Feel free to check out my Photography Blog >>
・Managed a design studio accommodating 60 students, fueling creativity by ensuring a clean and convenient environment.
・Oversaw maintenance of 3D printers, organized safety training workshops, managed studio supplies, and supervised purchase requests.
・Optimized tool storage solutions, increasing capacity and accessibility by 70% through color-coded zones and labeling.
・Gathered feedbacks to continuously enhance the studio space, addressing the diverse needs of all students.
・Designed and launched a kid-safe tool educational platform, which is now utilized by over 2,000 children and parents worldwide, fostering a more engaging learning environment for children ages 5-12.
・Integrated feedback from 32 participants in 7 workshops and 4 industry interviews to refine wireframes and prototypes, establishing a user-centric design approach that is now utilized by the product team.
・Developed 3 accessories and a digital product that works with Bosch's current line of power tools, protected worker's wellness by visualizing 5 types of data that reflects the strain of human bodies.
Ecology and Cultures Innovation Lab of College of Design and Innovation at Tongji University is a design lab working on nature and ecology-related issues.
・Developed a sophisticated data visualization algorithm using P5, transforming complex datasets into intuitive and engaging graphics. Streamlined the process of data interpretation and elevated overall visual design, making analytical insights accessible and actionable.
・Researched on 4 open-source projects, acquired a deep understanding of the underlying mechanism in project Astrobot. Allowed people to conduct astronomical observations and photography with only 1/10 of the regular cost.
HOTO brings modern design to home power tools without sacrificing functionality. HOTO has 40+ products sold to 56countries, winning 40+ international awards including the iF, RedDot, and Good Design Award.
・Initiated shape and form with the design team in the development of a new product.
・Designed accessories for an existing product, solving a known issue based on user feedbacks.
・Reconstructed packaging design for an existing product, improved visual design for 3 different packaging size.
・Conducted market research on rotary tool for 30+ existing SKUs in 3 sizes. This research provided references for themarket research team to reach a decision on which product to develop.