Birgir Magnússon
About Birgir Magnússon
Birgir Magnússon is a Mechanical Designer with a strong background in packaging design and human-technology interaction. He has worked for notable companies such as Nokia and Microsoft and currently contributes to innovative projects at Varjo in Helsinki, Finland.
Work at Varjo
Birgir Magnússon has been employed at Varjo as a Mechanical Designer since 2017. In this role, he contributes to the development of tools that integrate digital and analog realities, aiming to enhance productivity and creativity. His work focuses on innovative solutions that support the company's mission to redefine the boundaries of virtual and mixed reality.
Education and Expertise
Birgir Magnússon studied at Tampere University of Technology, where he completed a Professional Programme in Human-Technology Interaction (HTI) from 2016 to 2017. He also attended Háskóli Íslands, earning a Cand. Scient. degree in Mechanical- and Industrial Engineering from 1994 to 1998. His educational background supports his expertise in mechanical design and human-technology interaction.
Background in Packaging Design
Birgir Magnússon has extensive experience in packaging design, having worked at Nokia Design for 15 years as a Packaging Designer and previously as a Design Engineer in Mechanics. He also served as a Senior Designer in Packaging at Microsoft for two years. His focus has been on enhancing the consumer's out-of-box experience, treating packaging as an integral part of the product experience.
Teaching Experience
Birgir Magnússon has experience in academia, having worked as a Part Time Lecturer at Lahti University of Applied Sciences - Institute of Design. He taught Packaging Design and Branding for six months in 2016. This role allowed him to share his industry knowledge and insights with students, contributing to their understanding of design principles.
Sustainable Packaging Initiatives
During his tenure at Nokia, Birgir Magnússon developed a long-term sustainable packaging material vision. He created a strategy with ambitious goals aimed at achieving sustainability in packaging. This initiative reflects his commitment to innovation and responsible design practices within the industry.