MARTINA ANTONIA ARAVENA ANDRADE

Co-developed UX research and social-impact analysis for an electric bicycle retrofit kit targeting low-income communities in Brazil. Authored project background and business model sections for a multi-university international submission and collaborated cross-culturally across universities in three countries.

Conducted a heuristic evaluation using Nielsen's 10 heuristics and severity-rated 17 usability issues. Designed a Figma component system for two core user flows and used UX benchmarking and user story mapping to prioritize redesign decisions.

Designed a wearable thermal solution addressing thermal shock during 5:30am wake-up routines for elderly residents. Led contextual research and needs analysis and ran protovalidation storytelling with iterative prototyping under a human-centered design framework.

Designed for non-human stakeholders (stray female dogs and newborn litters) using field research in San Martín de Porres, Lima. Led observation, stakeholder mapping, actor analysis, and needs synthesis, and developed a low-cost neonatal kit using accessible materials.

Designed and tested a wellbeing service for university students centered on movement. Conducted user interviews and qualitative research, and used iterative prototyping and service blueprinting.

Designed and facilitated five participatory cultural activities reaching 40+ children and families. Revalued archaeological urban heritage through community-centered design and produced visual communication materials, facilitation guides, and event documentation.

Designed and facilitated an upcycling-textiles workshop-based service for seven participants. Applied service design tools including journey mapping, stakeholder analysis, and iterative prototyping.

Pursuing a Bachelor of Industrial Design with a UX/UI concentration, expected to graduate in 2027 (8th semester).

Earned a High School Diploma from Berkeley School in Lima (December 2021).