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KARTHIGA BALASUNTHARAM

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UX Researcher   Designer

A human-centered researcher and nocturnal design 

thinker, thriving on the synergy of data cues and pixels

Master's in Human Computer Interaction | Previously, UX Research Assistant at IU RedLab, Indianapolis, IN, USA
I have worked with
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I transform insights into strategic user stories across various design fields

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AR & UX

DESIGNER

UXR & UXD

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Architecture

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Art & Craft

Design & 3D

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MY RECENT WORKS

Take a stroll through the digital landscapes I mapped out where every pixel masterfully integrates data cues to tell a story
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Transition Discoveries

Redesigning the Website with AI-Driven Learning for Improved Performance for Youth with Disability 

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UX Research

Market Analysis

Web Accessibility

KPIs Analysis

Visual Design

Prototyping

Usability Testing

Coming soon....

Won "Best in Show 2024"

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User Research

Market Analysis

Whiteboarding

Expert Validation

Visual Design

Prototyping

Usability Testing

Sociostic

Designing a Mobile Application to Enhance Social Skills in Students with High Functioning Autism 

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IUPUI Wellness Coalition

Optimizing the Website's Dashboard User Interface Design with Data-Driven Solutions

UX Research

Market Analysis

Usability Testing

Ideation

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Metrize Blocks

Building an Interactive Measuring Device for  Rapid Calculation of Spatial Data

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Desk Research

Ideation

physical prototype

Usability Testing

Coming soon....

VENTURING BEYOND THE SCREENS

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Exploring the potential of immersive tech like Augmented Reality (AR) to redefine user experiences within 3D environments and providing mixed reality experiences
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Snapchat Lens

Created multiple Snapchat lenses using face tracking, ground tracking, and hand tracking techniques, incorporating triggers via scripting to facilitate various user interactions

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AR Food Visualisation

An add-on feature for food delivery apps which enables you to visualise the food that needs to be ordered online in real time using augmented reality.

AR User Manual

An add-on feature for shopping apps simplifying learning about products by displaying the user manual in real-time with visuals of the product, part names and usage instructions.

CRAFTING EXPERIENCES IN PHYSICAL SPACES

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A glimpse of my people-centric works in Architecture, Design, and 3D Visualization

Architecture

My architecture works  includes thesis, urban study and rural study where I have showcased my design thinking,  research, concept development, planning and 3D visualisation

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3D Model & Render

Developed 3D Models and realistic render of buildings and landscapes which helped me to visualise and communicate my design thinking easily to non-technical people.

Design

Explored various facets of design during my time at a Architecture + Design Agency, which includes branding and poster design for marketing purposes.

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