Ziyuan(zoey) Zhu
About Ziyuan(zoey) Zhu
Ziyuan (Zoey) Zhu is a Software Designer at IDEO, specializing in the intersection of design, technology, and sustainability. She has a diverse background in architecture and computer science, having worked with various organizations and clients to create impactful design solutions.
Work at IDEO
Ziyuan Zhu has been employed at IDEO as a Software Designer since 2022. In this role, she focuses on integrating design and technology to create sustainable solutions. Her work emphasizes the intersection of design and sustainability, aiming to enhance everyday environments. Zhu utilizes her expertise to influence various design projects, contributing to IDEO's mission of fostering innovation.
Education and Expertise
Ziyuan Zhu holds multiple degrees in architecture and engineering. She earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Architecture & Urban Planning from Dalian University of Technology from 2014 to 2019. Zhu furthered her education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, achieving a Master of Architecture Studies and a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science from 2019 to 2022. Additionally, she studied Sustainable Landscape and Architecture at Technion - Israel Institute of Technology through a full scholarship, and completed a joint program in Architecture and Urban Planning at Universität Stuttgart.
Background
Ziyuan Zhu has a diverse professional background that spans various roles in design and research. She has worked as a Fellow at both Ars Electronica and the MIT Office of Innovation in 2021. Prior to her current position at IDEO, she served as a Design Strategy Intern at Other Tomorrows and held design-related roles at Uber, blocher partners, and the MIT Senseable City Lab. Zhu co-founded MAKE TO:GATHER, where she worked from 2020 to 2022, focusing on innovative design solutions.
Achievements
Ziyuan Zhu has collaborated with notable organizations, including the Boston Mayor's Office, to integrate design and technology for social impact projects. She has worked with international clients such as Anjunabeats and Mercedes-Benz, contributing to innovative social and environmental initiatives. Her interdisciplinary approach, informed by her background in architecture, computer science, and sustainability, allows her to engage in projects that emphasize sustainable design.