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Industrial Designer

Hello there!

My design philosophy

Adaptable and holistic, chasing creativity in its purest form. My passion for design centers around my fundamental belief that our built world should uplift, benefit, and celebrate human beings. I enjoy analyzing the objects and systems around me; applying design thinking where it doesn’t necessarily belong.

AERATE Haptic Wine Tasting

Senior capstone project revolutionizing the wine tasting experience by utilizing mid-air haptics to alter user's perception of wine taste. Study demonstrates that 82% of users could taste a difference in wine taste after interacting with the mid-air haptic design.

Mid-air Haptics, Augmented Reality, User Testing, Literature Review, Trend Forecasting

Purposeful Lighting

Physical electronics product design that pioneers a new way to sustainably decorate for Christmas. Created a working prototype utilizing edge-lit acrylic that minimizes light reflection to the sky while maintaining a classic Christmas decoration aesthetic.

Electronics Prototyping, Laser Cutting, Adobe Illustrator, Sustainable Design

Interactive Expressive Wearable

Interactive hair clip design that facilitates self-expression by puffing out fragrance each time the user hugs someone. Scent output directly responds to the intensity of the hug and creates lasting memories to strengthen the bond between the user and their friend.

Responsive Product Design, Arduino, Electronics Prototyping, Design for Self-Expression, 3D Printing

Luxury Concierge Experience

Sponsored studio project that reimagines the luxury hotel space through technology integration. Prototyped a concierge service that immerses users in and educates them about the city of Atlanta, allowing for guided discovery by luxury hotels.

Expert Interviews, Service Design, Adobe XD, Wireframing, Group Work

Alma Impostora

An exploratory book that questions how artificial intelligence might impact intercultural understanding of indigeneity. Cross-disciplinary investigation on the impact of technology in promoting false narratives.

Artificial Intelligence, Midjourney, Chat GPT, Rytr AI, Graphic Design, Spanish, Cross Disciplinary Studies

Location

Atlanta, GA

Phone

678-448-8621

Email

nicole9699@gmail.com

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