Hi, I'm Van
I'm a product designer who thinks in systems, loves the details, and builds with purpose. I turn complex problems into clear, scalable experiences grounded in real user needs.
I bring strategy, structure, and visual craft together to design with intention. With a background in front-end engineering, I work closely with developers to ship ideas beautifully.
I'm especially passionate about design systems and the clarity they bring to teams and products.
Design principles
Design isn't decoration—it's intention. These principles guide how I think, build, and stay human in the process.
Empathy
Every decision starts with people. I design with care by listening closely to needs, contexts, and emotions.
Intentional
Design is about decisions. I stay mindful at every step to make sure I'm solving the right problem with purpose.
Beautiful
I'm obsessed with visual design. Details like spacing, color, and rhythm matter because great design should feel right.
Experimental
Design is never final. I test early, test often, and let feedback shape what comes next.
Experience
2023 - Now
Senior Manager, Product Design
Vialto PartnersNew York, NY, United States
2022 - 2023
Manager, Product Design
Vialto PartnersNew York, NY, United States
2020 - 2022
Manager, Product Design & Engineering
PwCSan Jose, CA, United States
2019 - 2020
Senior Associate, Product Design & Engineering
PwCSan Jose, CA, United States
2016 - 2019
Senior Associate, Product Design & Engineering
PwCLondon, United Kingdom
2015 - 2016
Software Engineer
EviivoLondon, United Kingdom
2014 - 2015
Software Engineer
Content CatalystLeeds, United Kingdom
Education
2021
UX Certification
Nielsen Norman GroupRemote
2011 - 2014
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
The University of ManchesterManchester, United Kingdom