From origami to experience design. From Mexico to Sweden. My professional life has taken me through joyful and exciting experiences.
I was born and raised in Mexico City. From a young age I liked creating things with my hands, anything that involved colors, geometry and lots of paper. My house was always full with tools and origami figures..
When it was time to choose my studies, I chose Industrial Design, it was the perfect fit for my skills and interests. So I went into a 4.5 year bachelor program at Tecnológico de Monterrey in Mexico City. While studying I was also involved in extracurricular activities such as the Student Design Association and the basketball team.
KEY SKILLS LEARNED:
After some freelance projects, my first job was with amoATO Studio, a renown design studio based in Mexico City that are famous for their paper art projects.
During the 3 years I worked there I developed my design and artistic skills, while working for brands such as Elle magazine, Converse, West Elm, TANE, El Palacio de Hierro, among others.
KEY SKILLS LEARNED:
Since my bachelor, I have been drawn to the world of UX Design. That is why I decided to move to Sweden to study Interaction Design at Chalmers University and pursuing my dream of creating meaningful experiences by combining design and technology.
KEY SKILLS LEARNED:
After finishing my studies I joined IKEA’s first female engineering trainee program, working with solutions that can be reused across different tables and chairs.
Later I joined the Lighting department, where I developed 15+ lamps, electronics and smart home products.
KEY SKILLS LEARNED:
I currently work as a UX/Service Designer for IKEA Aktivitetshuset, a health and wellbeing center with the purpose of inspiring and enabling IKEA employees and their families to develop healthy habits. I work to improve both the physical and digital experience. For my next step I would like to take on a leadership role where I can apply my strategic and UX skills.
