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Kaushik Das

@kaushikdas

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Decade in space design, 3D artist, detail geek. Photography lover, travel explorer, design addict.

India

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What I'm looking for

Value of Design, a combination of UX design and architectural design, visual design, UX research

As an architect-turned-experience designer and researcher, my career has always been driven by a passion for understanding human behavior and creating resonant experiences. This led me to explore user-centric design, blending problem-solving, visual communication, and empathy.

Back in October 2023, I joined a US-based startup, Plan Forward, where I collaborated closely with the CEO to shape the product vision and strategy. I designed the startup's branding, website, and visual assets. As a UX designer, I developed an MVP for a data-informed strategic planning tool for the K-12 education system. My responsibilities included design research, UI design, information architecture, and creating wireframes and mock-ups.

I am proficient in tools like Figma, Framer, and Adobe Creative Suite, which have allowed me to craft intuitive user interfaces and prototypes. In my recent experience, I had worked majorly on Information Architecture, Wireframes, and usability testing.

Additionally, my strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage time effectively have consistently enabled me to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Manager - Architecture and Design

Current

MAIA Estates

Apr 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Responsible for resolving design issues, monitoring project timelines, and coordinating with stakeholders. Focused on both business and user needs while conceptualizing design feasibilities for new opportunities.

Project Management Design Coordination Stakeholder Engagement Feasibility Analysis Problem Solving

UX Designer and Researcher

Plan Forward

Oct 2023 - Jun 2024 (8 months)

Collaborated with the CEO to shape product vision and strategy. Designed branding, website, and visual assets while developing an MVP for a strategic planning tool for K-12 education.

UX Design UI Design Design Research Information Architecture Wireframing

Current

Freelance Designer

Current

Upwork

Oct 2020 - Present (4 years 8 months)

Worked on various visual design assets including logos, digital art, and graphic designs. Successfully delivered branding decks for multiple clients.

Graphic Design Branding Digital Art Visual Design Client Communication

Senior Associate Architect

Colliers

Jan 2018 - Dec 2023 (5 years 11 months)

- Facilitated business deals ranging from 15 million USD to 1 billion USD, collaborating with diverse stakeholders.
- Empowered & led design team of 4+ designers, conducted trainings & identified and analyzed critical factors that impact design decisions.
- Evaluated complex 11+ design projects by identifying and addressing issues, and translating findings into actionable insights.

Team Leadership Design Evaluation Training Problem Solving Project Management

Architectural Designer

RSA+R204 Architects

May 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 7 months)

Conducted surveys and user interviews for urban commutation research, proposing solutions through presentations and digital walkthroughs.

User Research Urban Design Presentation Skills 3D Modeling Problem Solving

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Piloo Mody College of Architecture

Bachelor of Architecture, Architecture

2009 - 2014

Grade: CGPA – 7.69 or 72 %

Architectural Design Thesis 2014 - Best Intra-college Architectural Thesis Award & Selected Among Top 10 Architectural Thesis of Eastern India (NIASA 2014) Behavioural Healthcare Centre -“A Design to cure”