A creative who likes to learn and play.

Thanks for stopping by! I'm Vania, a designer passionate about turning complex systems into simple and playful experiences. I like reducing friction in workflows and am fueled by learning new things.

A New England loyalist, I grew up in New Hampshire and am currently a senior at Tufts University studying Engineering Psychology. I've previously interned twice at Dassault Systèmes SOLIDWORKS, where I worked on reducing the learning curve for new users.

When I'm not designing, I like reviewing movies on Letterboxd and trying new recipes from Serious Eats.

Thanks for stopping by! I'm Vania, a designer passionate about turning complex systems into simple and playful experiences. I like reducing friction in workflows and am fueled by learning new things.


A New England loyalist, I grew up in New Hampshire and am currently a senior at Tufts University studying Engineering Psychology. I've previously interned twice at Dassault Systèmes SOLIDWORKS, where I worked on reducing the learning curve for new users.

When I'm not designing, I like reviewing movies on Letterboxd and playing Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

Thanks for stopping by! I'm Vania, a designer passionate about turning complex systems into simple and playful experiences. I like reducing friction in workflows and am fueled by learning new things.


A New England loyalist, I grew up in New Hampshire and am currently a senior at Tufts University studying Engineering Psychology. I've previously interned twice at Dassault Systèmes SOLIDWORKS, where I worked on reducing the learning curve for new users.

When I'm not designing, I like reviewing movies on Letterboxd and playing Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

My design philosophy

Optimize flows

I look closely at where users get stuck or frustrated, then refine them by removing friction and streamlining the experience. Interacting with a product should just feel effortless.

I look closely at where users get stuck or frustrated, then refine them by removing friction and streamlining the experience. Interacting with a product should just feel effortless.

I look closely at where users get stuck or frustrated, then refine them by removing friction and streamlining the experience. Interacting with a product should just feel effortless.

Support with research

My design decisions are rooted in product thinking. I use research to understand why something exists, what problem it solves, and how each choice fits into the broader system.

Make it fun!

I believe play is a powerful design tool. I design fun experiences to make products more engaging and enjoyable to use.

When I'm not designing, I'm…

Watching movies

I see a movie in theaters every time I travel.

I see a movie in theaters every time I travel.

I see a movie in theaters every time I travel.

Eating good food

I love exploring the local food scene in Boston!

I love exploring the local food scene in Boston!

I love exploring the local food scene in Boston!

DJing on the radio

I have a weekly show on the Tufts station, WMFO!

I have a weekly show on the Tufts station, WMFO!

I have a weekly show on the Tufts station, WMFO!

made with joy by Vania