Product Designer and Researcher specialise in bridging the gap between the digital and physical world and translating speculation into actionable innovation.
With a double master’s degree in MA/MSc Global Innovation Design, I have worked with 10+ academic institutions and industrial partners across United Kingdom, United States, China and Japan on developing innovative product to build engaging and playful experience.
Feel free to connect with me on Linkedin, or drop me an Email: douglas.ym.lai@gmail.com
Jan 2024
ongoing projects
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featured projects
Level Up Career with AI Coaching
AI-Powered Platform for Streamlined Career Development and Stress-Free ProductivityRecognition:
• UX Design Award 2023 nominated ︎︎︎
• Huawei UX Innovation Pioneer Award
• 15th User eXperience Design Award National Third Prize
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Personality on Wheel
Transformative Autonomous Ride-Hailing with Zoomorphic Virtual Drivers for Affective Human-AV Interaction
Achievement:
• 1 Research Paper in delivering
• 1 User-generated Speculative Storybook ︎︎︎
• China-UK Technology Summit 2022
• Royal College of Art Graduation Show 2023 ︎︎︎
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Underground Augmented Sightseeing
Augmented Reality Platform Enhancing Underground Travel, Connecting Tourists to the Overground World
Achievement:
• China UK Technology Summite 2022
• London Design Festival 2022 ︎︎︎
• “Beyond Smart“ Competition by OPPO - Finalist
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Unlock Sensory Pleasure Stored in Your Fingertips
Revolutionary Gamepad Design for Immersive Gaming with Tactile and Emotional Engagement
Achievement:
• 1 UK design pattern registered
• Royal College of Art 2022 WIP Show ︎︎︎
• Imperial College London 2022 Spring Show ︎︎︎
