Alisa Koegel
About Alisa Koegel
Alisa Koegel is an Interaction Designer currently working at IDEO in Tokyo, Japan. She has a diverse background in design, having held various roles in notable companies and academic institutions across Japan and the United Kingdom.
Work at IDEO
Alisa Koegel has been employed at IDEO as an Interaction Designer since 2022. In this role, she focuses on creating prototypes and experiences that facilitate interaction with complex issues. Her work involves navigating the intersection of digital and physical design, adapting to constantly changing environments.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position, Alisa Koegel held various design roles. She worked at tonari as a Design Intern in 2018 for three months in Tokyo. In 2019, she served as a Creative Intern at AKQA for three months in London. Additionally, she was a Graduate Teaching Assistant at the Dyson School of Design Engineering in 2020 for two months in London. From 2020 to 2022, she worked at U-Tokyo DLX Design Lab as a Designer in Tokyo. She also completed a Color and Trim Design Internship at INFINITI Motor Company Ltd. in 2018 for three months in Japan. Earlier in her career, she interned at GAKKO from 2015 to 2016 for one year in Tokyo.
Education and Expertise
Alisa Koegel has a strong educational background in design. She earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Design from Goldsmiths, University of London, from 2014 to 2017. She pursued further studies at the Royal College of Art, achieving a Master of Arts in Innovation Design Engineering from 2018 to 2020. Additionally, she studied at Imperial College London, where she obtained a Master of Science in Innovation Design Engineering during the same period.
Design Philosophy
Alisa Koegel adopts a multidisciplinary approach to design, integrating various design disciplines and industries. She is driven by curiosity and seeks opportunities that allow for the blending of different design fields. Her focus on creating interactive experiences reflects her interest in addressing complex issues through innovative design solutions.