Hey, my name is Katharina.
people and the planet are at the core of every project and process i contribute towards. I am motivated by interactional research opportunities to explore design, experiences and services.
i am passionate about learning and discussing topics about diversity, equity and inclusion, and driven to Develop Feminist Tactics for a more just Design Discipline.
I am currently pursuing my masters in interaction design at Umeå Institute of Design, with a background in Industrial Design, and Fashion Design, and a keen interest in exploring complexity and how to develop ethical and just solutions.
I am fascinated in understanding and developing compound (eco)systems, and I am aiming to see the bigger picture. This starts by questioning our impact as designers, our responsibility in the long term and how we can transform positive intentions into solutions that empower rather than discriminate.
By listening carefully, learning, and collaborating together I believe we can create change, especially when design is seen as a democratic discipline, including and representing people from different backgrounds, most importantly those we aim to design for and with. Therefore involving people in a collaborative setup is how I try to approach and develop ideas.