RESEARCH*

Design topics explored through academic studies and education.

Adoption Opportunities for Senior Animals

UX/UI design • Masters studies/thesis

Analyzing factors that affect adoptability for senior animals; understanding the needs of adopters/shelters and how they can be better supported; using research and design to create an adoption service that promotes senior animals.

Currently in progress.

Language Learning & MALL Apps

UX/UI design • Masters studies

Analyzing methods of language learning and digital adaptations; identifying issues prevalent to mobile-assisted language learning apps apps; suggesting improvements for user experiences through a case study on Duolingo.

Wayfinding & Signage in the Toronto Subway

UX design & typography • Undergraduate thesis

Exploring typography and signage design in the Toronto Subway; identifying issues derived from poor design planning and limited user testing; analyzing how wayfinding is impacted through inconsistent signage development.

Retrofuturism & Art

Art & communication • Undergraduate studies

Exploring the origins of retrofuturism as a concept and its meaning; identifying notable pieces of retrofuturist art and artists that contributed to its development as an art genre; creating 3D-modelled artworks based on retrofuturist art and styles.