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Hey there! I'm Harshi.
A curious creative and a critical thinker, designing product experiences for positive social and business impact.
Yoga is central to my life, inspiring balance and focus that enrich my work and creativity.
Spending time outdoors (here: one of my many visits to the Stormking Art Center)
Learning about people and culture, a recent passion project was about language exchange.
Cooking traditional recipes, I am fascinated by the native tools and techniques.
My story
As a product designer dedicated to creating social impact, I began my journey at a design studio in the Indian Himalayan region where the mountainous terrain poses unique challenges and opportunities for the Sikkimese people. Working on the field, I collaborated closely with stakeholders, applying design-led innovation to sustainable development projects in education and rural employment. This formative experience deepened my appreciation for context-driven design and its power to create meaningful, real-world solutions through thoughtful innovation.
Motivated by the transformative role of technology in driving social impact, I pursued a Master’s in Interaction Design at the School of Visual Arts (2022–2024) in NYC. This program sharpened my skills in UX design, research, and strategy, enabling me to tackle complex problems with a user-centered approach.
Today, I craft end-to-end UX/UI solutions with a deep understanding of user needs and strategic business insights. I thrive on solving meaningful challenges, designing impactful products that bridge the gap between people and technology.
Design beyond screens
My multidisciplinary background and product development experience help me navigate the intersections of people, products, and business, enriching my UX design practice.
Project Ekai: Design for social impact
Worked with artisans for capacity building and generated employment for remote Indian-Himalayan craft communities through design.
Project Khoj: Localized education content
Designed content for a 150-page interactive children's book and led a team of 6 illustrators / designers to produce it.
Design ethnography at Echosteam Studio
Conducted ethnographic research and co-design workshops for sustainable development projects in remote Himalayan towns.
Letters from seniors: Inclusive design
Interactive public installation and community engagement as a research method to learn and design for immigrant experiences.
When I am not working–
Leaving the screen, unwinding, exploring, and seeking inspiration.
End-to-end designer transforming insights into impactful solutions.
✳ Generative & evaluative research
✳ Design strategy
✳ Prototyping & iteration
✳ Visual / UI design
✳ User testing
✳ Cross-functional collaboration
✳ Participatory design
✳ Accessible design
Designer x
Researcher
...I craft end-to-end UX/UI solutions with a deep understanding of user needs and strategic business insights. I thrive on solving meaningful challenges, designing impactful products that bridge the gap between people and technology.
Testimonials
Cooper Galvin
Co-founder, Endless Health
Harshi is a thoughtful designer who genuinely cares about the impact of her work. With her curiosity and proactive approach, she doesn’t just deliver on briefs—she seeks out ways to improve the product. Her insights helped drive the product forward, and her collaborative spirit made her a pleasure to work with.
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Matthew Baum
Founder, PhotoPhlo
Harshi is smart, adaptable, and an outstanding problem solver. She values collaboration and wholeheartedly embraced my vision, yet she confidently advocates for her ideas when she feels strongly about them. This thoughtful balance of openness and conviction proved to be a significant asset to our work together.
RECENT Experience
PhotoPhlo
Product Designer
New York, USA
06/2024 - present
Endless Health
UX Designer (part-time)
Austin, USA
06/2023 - 05/2024
Sero
UX Designer
Mumbai, India
09/2021 - 07/2022
Echostream Studio
Product Designer
Sikkim, India
03/2019 - 02/2021
Education
School of Visual Arts
MFA, Interaction Design
New York, USA
2022-2024
ISDI School of Design & Innovation
Undergraduate Diploma, Product Design
Mumbai, India
2014-2018
Mumbai University
BA, Sociology (Open Learning)
Mumbai, India
2015-2019