Hi, I’m Xuci~
A creative, playful, and curious design researcher & strategist fueled by a desire for a warmer, more caring world.
I design solutions and processes that create meaningful impact while fostering joy and collaboration along the way.
Currently a Master of Design student in HCI @ the Institute of Design, Chicago
with a background in BA Architecture @ University of Sheffield, United Kingdom
Companies I’ve worked with, places I’ve learned from...
Selected Work
A collection of my more comprehensive projects, grounded in thoughtful research, synthesis, and design decision-making.
SIDE PROJECTS
A collection of smaller projects focused on experimenting with research methods and pursuing ongoing interests in human-AI collaboration, mental health, and participatory design.
Usability test
Examining trust in AI for developing data visualisation
Emerging tech | Mental well-being
Novan: Reimagining emotional wellbeing
Contextual research | Report
Artificial Intimacy: A Utopian Dream, a Dystopian Reality
Quant UX research | Kano Model | SUS
Simuspeech: AI-powered presentation practice tool
UX design & research | Mental well-being
Emolog: An AI- and Biotech-powered emotion regulation App
Co-design | Dissertation
Children's participation in school design