I believe that great design starts with understanding people. With a background in creating intuitive, user-centered experiences, I specialize in blending creativity with functionality to solve real-world problems. Whether it's wireframing, prototyping, or user research, Iām always focused on making every interaction as seamless and meaningful as possible.
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User Experience/Interface Design
As part of the Research & Design course, I had the opportunity to work with Merlin Software B.V, which provides practical software tools for crisis management. My task was to improve the CrisisSuite software during the warm phase, and I focused on enhancing the Logtool - the most critical tool used during a crisis. My goal was to streamline the user experience and ensure that all necessary information could be easily registered and accessed in a timely manner.
User Experience/Interface Design
During my internship, my primary focus was redesigning the CoSMiC-EYE application, a satellite-based tool for monitoring critical infrastructure near pipelines. Users, including data analysts and clients, use this application to compare satellite images and detect changes near pipelines. As a UX/UI designer, I conducted extensive research, created high-fidelity prototypes, and followed a five-phase design process: Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test. This involved understanding user needs, adding features, removing unnecessary elements, and crafting a new interface to improve usability and functionality.
Accessibility Improvement
While planning my trip to the Christmas markets in Germany, I encountered a few usability and accessibility issues on the Eurail website. I decided to conduct an initial expert review and an accessibility audit to identify the most basic problems. My focus was on fixing the fundamental design elements and ensuring the website met WCAG AA accessibility standards. This was a hobby project where I primarily aimed to improve the overall user experience without going into deeper levels of redesign. The two pages I worked on were the "Seat reservation" and "Train schedule" pages.
User Experience/Interface Design
I was given a unique opportunity to enhance the key features of the VoNo memo app, which enables users to quickly collect and send memos. Throughout this project, I conducted extensive research to identify areas for improvement and subsequently redesigned the app's homepage. I'm happy to have been a part of this project and am excited to see the positive impact it will have on the user experience.
Service Design
NS, the Dutch railway company, approached my team of 3 for a solution to create better bicycle parking at smaller stations. They wanted an innovative, user-friendly design that solves space issues and safety concerns. This design needed to be easily installable at any small Dutch station, adaptable to various bike types, and provide guaranteed, secure parking. Our focus was on the entire user journey, including bike and train travel, and exploring additional NS services. Ultimately, our goal was an affordable, sustainable solution that ensures commuter satisfaction and bicycle safety.
Emotional Design
The project focused on the role of emotion in creating engaging user experiences. Through creative research and design explorations, my team of four developed a strategy for eliciting anxiety through design to ultimately benefit the user in the long term.
User Experience/Interface Design
One of my recent projects for the Bespoke Design course at the university is called "Gift from Afar". The aim of this project was to design a digital platform that enables people who are living far away from their loved ones to send personalized gifts that reflect the personality, interests, and needs of the recipient. The project was completed in teams of two.
Usability Research
For our 'Research for Design' course project, my team of four conducted a thorough analysis of the Rijksstudio website. Our objective was to enhance the user experience through extensive research, including user trials. To achieve our research goals, we collaborated to identify the key usability challenges by conducting user trials and analyzing the resulting data.
I'm an Estonian living in the Netherlands, and a proud graduate in UX Design (with distinction, no less! š) What excites me most about UX design is the power to create meaningful experiences that truly impact customers. At Merlin and Orbital Eye, Iāve had the privilege of contributing to companies that prioritize making a differenceānot only for their customers but also for the wider world. Whether itās through research, analysis, or crafting seamless wireframes, Iām driven by the desire to design solutions that solve real problems.
Iām particularly passionate about research and analysis. I love diving deep into the details, figuring out what works (and what doesnāt), and turning insights into actionable solutions. My favorite research methods include expert reviews and accessibility audits, which allow me to ensure designs are inclusive and functional for all.
When Iām not working, I enjoy exploring new hobbies like reading š, baking š§, and playing volleyball š. I also love challenging myselfāwhether itās running a 20km obstacle course or trying out waterskiing. š§ Iām always on the lookout for opportunities that allow me to grow, both personally and professionally.
