Xiaowei Zhang
About Xiaowei Zhang
Xiaowei Zhang is a UX Designer with a background in landscape architecture, currently working at Trigger - The XR Agency and Tsinghua University. They specialize in group collaboration, visual presentation, and 3D modeling, with a strong interest in the integration of physical and digital design.
Work at Trigger
Xiaowei Zhang has been employed as a UX Designer at Trigger - The XR Agency since 2021. In this role, they focus on enhancing user experience through innovative design solutions. Their background in landscape architecture informs their approach, emphasizing spatial improvement in digital environments. Zhang's work at Trigger involves collaboration with teams to create engaging and effective user interfaces.
Education and Expertise
Xiaowei Zhang has a robust educational background in architecture and design. They earned a Master of Architecture (MArch) from Tsinghua University from 2015 to 2017 and a Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) from the same institution from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, Zhang studied Landscape Architecture at Harvard University Graduate School of Design, achieving a Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA 1 AP) from 2017 to 2019. They also completed a UX Design Career Track certification from Springboard in 2021.
Professional Background
Before joining Trigger, Xiaowei Zhang worked at SWA Group as a Landscape Architect from 2019 to 2021 in Laguna Beach, California. They also completed internships at Nihon Sekkei International in Tokyo, Japan, in 2015 and at 清华大学建筑设计研究院有限公司 in Beijing, China, in 2018. In 2020, they served as a Product Design Consultant for bilibili Group for one month. Currently, Zhang also holds a position as a Product Designer at Tsinghua University since 2021.
Design Skills and Tools
Xiaowei Zhang possesses a diverse skill set in design, particularly in user experience and product design. They excel in group work, visual presentation, and 3D modeling. Zhang is proficient in various design tools, including Adobe XD, Sketch, Figma, and Unity3D. Their expertise allows them to create seamless and immersive interactions between users and products, reflecting their passion for the intersection of physical and digital design.
Interests in Design
Xiaowei Zhang has a strong interest in the intersection of physical and digital design. This interest influences their work as a UX Designer, where they focus on creating engaging user experiences. Zhang's background in landscape architecture contributes to their approach, as they prioritize spatial improvement in their design projects. This passion drives their commitment to developing innovative solutions that enhance user interaction.