Celebrating Innovation Excellence
Discover the most innovative and creative minds across various industries. Our comprehensive directory features individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions to their respective fields, driving progress and pushing boundaries.
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Tiange Wang and I-Yang Huang
United States of America (US)
Tiange Wang is a multidisciplinary software designer at IDEO, where she creates human-centered and data-driven experiences through UI/UX, frontend development, XR prototyping, spatial design and data visualization. She has worked across various industries in North America and Japan, and crafted user-friendly and culturally-sensitive experiences for clients from worldwide trading conglomerate to large biotechnology company to small home care brand. As a designer-developer hybrid, she weaves interaction design, software development, storytelling and system thinking into a holistic, full-stack design process. Prior to IDEO, she was a design consultant to Harvard’s Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies in creating products that provide a seamless and accessible digital transformation experience for the world-renowned research institution, and collaborated with Harvard Innovation Labs in designing a venture around digital wellbeing. As a creative technologist and former architect, Tiange designs for experiences that bridge the digital and physical worlds, including novel phygital interfaces, smart homes, educational games, unmanned retail, and spatial storytelling with extended realities and generative AI. Tiange holds a Master of Architecture from Harvard Graduate School of Design and a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from UC Berkeley.
View ProfileOguzhan Topcuoglu
Turkey (TR)
Oğuzhan Topcuoğlu was graduated from the department of Industrial Design, Middle East Technical University (METU) in 2015 as the first ranked student. He also gained his Master's Degree in METU, in 2018, by studying on "Exploring the Potentials of Virtual Reality Technology for User Evaluation of a Shunter Locomotive Driver Cabin". During the education of Master's Degree, he has started to work at Aselsan UGES Vice Presidency in March, 2016 and worked on the topics of transportation, security, energy, medical and automation systems. This is why he works on a wide scope of different product designs.
View ProfileRiya Kuvavala
Great Britain (GB)
Riya is a multidisciplinary designer passionate about combining science, craft and aesthetics to create audience-centric design. She blends functionality to create applied solutions to real-world problems. Her work, Boat BioLogs has already been featured on international platforms like Milan Design Week 2023, Dutch Design Week 2022, Green Product Award and Isola Design District. It has also been featured and published in ArchiExpo, Megosu, Green Trend Book 2023, StirPad and ICON Magazine.
View ProfileHila Mor
Israel (IL)
Hila Mor is a designer, artist, researcher, and explorer born in Israel. She learns from history and from ancient wisdom, inspired by craft processes and examples from natural biological phenomena. She implements her insights through developing new technologies. Hila’s research is focused on the dynamic properties, form, and structure of materials. Her work process aims to enhance aesthetic opportunities in order to create novel human interaction experiences based on a thorough understanding and use of materials and technologies. Hila holds a B.Des. cum laude from Bezalel Academy of Art and Design in Jerusalem. Prior to joining the Media Lab, Hila was a self-employed designer in Israel. Hila joined a post-bachelor research excellence program in the Bezalel Academy, called “The Incubator.” There, with the team, they established the technological research group, “Praxis.” Every day is a playground full of curiosities and discoveries. Outside of the lab, her favorite environment is being surrounded by plants and nature. When indoors, you can find her sketching ideas, being fascinated by simple yet complex forms like the inner structure of a zucchini, or trying to grow an avocado in an upside-down configuration.
View ProfileVicky Chan
Hong Kong (China) (HK)
Vicky is an architect, entrepreneur, environmentalist, educator, futurist, and world citizen. His professional works promote sustainable cities and buildings. He volunteers to teach sustainable concepts to children. His work has won 25 awards related to sustainability. His projects are in 37 cities and 22 countries. He now owns 4 company in 2 countries. He believes design excellence can improve the way we live, work and play. Holistic architecture that combines art and science will make good design for the people and the environment.
View ProfileElizaveta Oputina
Russian Federation (RU)
As an interior designer, I am a creative professional dedicated to transforming spaces into functional, aesthetically pleasing environments that enhance the quality of life for occupants. With a background in architecture and a passion for design, I bring a unique blend of skills, expertise, and innovative thinking to every project I undertake. My relevance and importance lie in my ability to merge artistry with practicality, creating interiors that not only reflect the individual tastes and preferences of clients but also address their functional needs and lifestyle requirements. By understanding the latest trends, materials, and technologies, I stay at the forefront of the industry, delivering designs that are both contemporary and timeless. Some of my major achievements include successfully completing numerous residential and commercial projects, receiving recognition for my innovative designs, and building a strong reputation for delivering exceptional results. I take pride in my attention to detail, commitment to excellence, and ability to exceed client expectations. In addition to my professional achievements, I contribute to society by creating spaces that promote well-being, productivity, and happiness. Whether it's designing a cozy home where families can make memories or crafting a dynamic workspace that fosters collaboration and creativity, I believe in the power of design to positively impact people's lives. What makes me interesting is my passion for exploring new ideas, pushing boundaries, and finding creative solutions to design challenges. I thrive on collaboration, drawing inspiration from diverse sources and perspectives to create spaces that are not only visually stunning but also functional and meaningful. Overall, I am an interior designer who is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of design, creating spaces that inspire, delight, and ultimately make a difference in the lives of those who inhabit them.
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