Product designer graduated in 2023,
Part of the Biomimicry Innovation Living lab
Nominated for the HKU Award 2023.
Internship at Blueblocks in Bluecity & Foodcurators in Zeeland.
Artist statement
As a designer, you are engaged with the world of tomorrow, and that comes with a certain responsibility. That's why I find it very important to engage with the philosophy of life principles and the blue circular economy. This way, I am not only focused on a possible solution but also on the system in which it will be implemented. Where do the materials come from? What happens to the design once it has fulfilled its function? Through this approach, I strive to design as ethically responsible as possible. It's not about creating something new to add to the pile of existing objects, but rather about making an addition in a system where there was a gap. Hopefully, this will contribute to addressing major issues that the world is facing today.
My ambition is to find my own unique approach to research and make text more accessible by transforming it into drawings. This method represents my artistic scientific research way of working. From the very beginning, I pondered over what contribution I, as a designer, could make to a field that is still emerging. A space that lies between science and creative problem solving.
I see research as having two distinct facets. One involves gathering information from diverse sources, while the other revolves around translating that knowledge into research papers, books, or informative infographics. Personally, I believe the latter aspect has more potential. Visual imagery holds immense power for individuals with creative minds, providing a fantastic starting point for generating practical solutions through interdisciplinary teams consisting of information gatherers, translators, and creators (designers). If I were to position myself along a spectrum, I would identify as the translator/creator.
My ambition is to find my own unique approach to research and make text more accessible by transforming it into drawings. This method represents my artistic scientific research way of working. From the very beginning, I pondered over what contribution I, as a designer, could make to a field that is still emerging. A space that lies between science and creative problem solving.
I see research as having two distinct facets. One involves gathering information from diverse sources, while the other revolves around translating that knowledge into research papers, books, or informative infographics. Personally, I believe the latter aspect has more potential. Visual imagery holds immense power for individuals with creative minds, providing a fantastic starting point for generating practical solutions through interdisciplinary teams consisting of information gatherers, translators, and creators (designers). If I were to position myself along a spectrum, I would identify as the translator/creator.
Ambitions
Over the next five years, my aspirations revolve around professional growth, impactful contributions, recognition, collaboration, and personal development. I aim to expand my expertise as a designer and researcher, constantly pushing my boundaries and refining my skills. Through my artistic scientific research approach, I want to create designs that have a meaningful and positive impact on society, bridging the gap between science and creative solutions.
Alongside professional growth, I strive to be recognized as a influencer in my field, inspiring others with my unique perspective and creative contributions. I envision working closely with diverse professionals in interdisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and bringing together different skill sets and perspectives to tackle complex challenges and generate innovative solutions.
I want to accomplish this by participating in the ASU masters program, Biomimicry. Where the main goal is to create designs that are based on Nature. With their main philosophy, Life creates conditions conductive to life. I also want to gather more life and work experiences. Talk at conferences en conventions to share my vision with other people. And to be able to create a network to be able to have those interdisciplinary teams where I know that I can flourish.
Alongside professional growth, I strive to be recognized as a influencer in my field, inspiring others with my unique perspective and creative contributions. I envision working closely with diverse professionals in interdisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and bringing together different skill sets and perspectives to tackle complex challenges and generate innovative solutions.
I want to accomplish this by participating in the ASU masters program, Biomimicry. Where the main goal is to create designs that are based on Nature. With their main philosophy, Life creates conditions conductive to life. I also want to gather more life and work experiences. Talk at conferences en conventions to share my vision with other people. And to be able to create a network to be able to have those interdisciplinary teams where I know that I can flourish.