My journey in design began with an intensive seven-year visual design education that culminated in an MFA degree from Pratt Institute. I believe in creating not just visually pleasing but also purposeful and intuitive solutions. In my work, I aim to simplify complex problems and create experiences that resonate with users.
I am committed to understanding the user and using my design to speak for them, which is often the root of my designs' passion. In my most recent role, I worked as a Product Designer at Microsoft, contributing my expertise to Microsoft Forms. I have a strong passion for innovation and always keep an eye on emerging design trends.
Outside of the work. I also like to do stupid things with my five-year-old cow cat “OREO”. If you share my passion for design and would like to explore creative opportunities, please feel free to reach out. Let's embark on a design journey together!
Hi There 👋
I’m Haowen, a product designer based in Vancouver, BC, specializing in SaaS product design, enterprise UX, and design systems.
At Microsoft, I helped improve usability and interactions for Forms, making form creation smoother for millions of users. Now at CapeZero, I design finance-focused tools that help businesses manage and trade clean energy projects, turning complex data into actionable insights.
My journey began with seven years of visual design education, leading to an MFA from Pratt Institute. I believe great design isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about solving real problems and making technology effortless to use.
When I’m not designing, you’ll probably find me at the gym, reading, or diving into something new. Let’s connect and create something great together! 🚀
