About Me
Hi, I'm Karan Gupta, currently living in Dublin, Ireland. Originally from New Delhi, India. I am highly self motivated and passionate person with a keen interest in technology and design.
Outside work, you'll find me reading books, specifically non-fiction ones. I also enjoy traveling and exploring new places. I would often learn new skills and try to improve upon my strengths and weaknesses.
How I Work
Context & Research
For me, every project begins by understanding the context and empathizing with the humans who will be using them by conducting extensive user & market research.
Collaborate & Communicate
As a designer, I avoid working in isolation and would often be a part of small teams and work with multiple stakeholders to account for multiple perspectives.
Test & Iterate
I don't fall in love with my designs. I believe in conducting intensive user testing sessions at all stages of the process and iterate as much as possible to improve the user experience.
Academic Background
MSc Creative Digital Media & UX (Specialization in Mobile & Web Apps)
Technological University Dublin, Ireland
September 2022 - December 2023 (1.5 Yrs.)
Revamped e-commerce site, implemented responsive design using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript. Conceptualized and programmed an Augmented Reality app in Unity and Vuforia. Developed and tested games with Agile methodologies in Photoshop, Illustrator, and Unity. Conducted UX testing for a travel app using sketching and Figma. Programmed Grange-Mobile Mobile App with jQuery, Bootstrap, Angular 15, Ionic 7, Firebase, TypeScript, Auth, PostgreSQL, MySQL. Crafted a 9-month group travel planning app using Figma, React Native, JavaScript, and Firebase. Practiced modern technologies like NextJS, TailwindCSS, MongoDB, SASS, and performed unit testing with Jest, DaisyUI, Material UI, NodeJS, and ExpressJS.
Bachelors of Architecture (B.Arch)
School of Planning & Architecture, Bhopal, India
June 2014 - June 2019 (5 Yrs.)
Researched & planned a wide range of large-scale projects, both individually and in teams. Nurtured creativity, attention to detail, and ability to think critically. Gained deep appreciation for design principles, human-centric spaces, and the importance of seamless user experiences. Achieved Best Architecture Design Thesis Award for ‘Handloom Weavers’ Village’ project showcasing user & context research, design iterations, & handling complex projects.
Professional Background
UX/UI Designer & Developer
OneBill Utilities Ltd.
August 2023 - September 2023
Led the design and development of the business website to promote utility software, achieving 30% enhancement in mobile responsiveness, 25% reduction in bounce rates and 20% rise in user engagement. Implemented SEO best practices with meta tags, keywords, and accessibility, gaining a 95+ score on PageSpeed insights by Google, driving a 870% surge in search traffic within two months post-launch. Developed a user-friendly onboarding form, leading to a 20% increase in completion rates and facilitating the successful MVP introduction within a short deadline.
UX/UI Designer
S.K. PERIPHERALS
August 2023 - February 2024
Led the UX/UI design of inventory management software streamlining business operations and saving 40% time on tracking deliveries and inventory. Conducted journey mapping to identify pain points in deliveries and orders leading to 60% rise in user satisfaction. Created wireframes & prototypes in Figma to resolve complex design problems reducing development time by 40%.
UX/UI Designer & Developer
SMART WEB SOLUTIONS
August 2023 - September 2023
Led the end-to-end UX design process for real estate client websites by increasing user engagement by 35%. Crafted low & high fidelity wireframes and prototypes in Figma to improve design communication by 70%. Conducted remote usability testing and user research to guide & iterate designs raising stakeholder buy-in by 40%. Implemented SEO best practices & performance optimisation on websites leading to 200% increase in monthly visits.
UX/UI Designer & Project Architect
ANA Design Studio Pvt Ltd, Delhi, India
February 2020 - July 2022
Redesigned and revamped company website twice with WordPress, resulting in 2,000+ avg monthly views and improved SEO for client, employee, and stakeholder attraction. Conducted extensive market research and user interviews to inform brand strategy, collaterals, and website development. Enhanced brand visibility on LinkedIn from 2,000 to 7,500 followers through a comprehensive strategy involving PR, social media, and email newsletters. Influenced user-centric design for 20+ architectural projects, coordinating with diverse professional teams in Agile project planning for 50,000sqm+ projects. Pioneered a modern graphical language for the company's project portfolio, refurbishing 100+ projects with clear and informative content. Illustrated 300+ architectural drawings into visually compelling diagrams for various platforms. Composed 35+ award submissions, contributing to winning 15+ national awards and securing speaker opportunities. Improved video content with 15+ interactive walkthroughs for immersive project pitches. Prepared detailed 100+ page project reports, presenting design decisions to both internal and external stakeholders.
Digital Designer
Creative Group LLP, Delhi, India
June 2019 - February 2020
Managed content creation for the company's website, producing 30+ project case studies and 100+ project graphics to ensure consistent branding. Successfully increased average monthly views from 100 to 1500. Led editorial design and curation for Architecture-Plus magazine, creating 60+ layouts and showcasing 25+ projects, resulting in a 30% increase in sales. Prepared content for 25+ award proposals, highlighting the company's achievements in architecture, engineering, and construction. Collaborated with 5+ fabricators and 4+ artists to coordinate the layout, composition, and installation of 65+ artworks, demonstrating project management, attention to detail, storytelling, and visual design skills.
Design Intern
Atelier Arcau, Vannes, France
January 2018 - July 2018
Co-authored with 3 architecture design teams in the curation of 30+ design presentations, 100+ concept diagrams, 3+ physical models, 20+ digital models, and 100+ renderings of urban projects. Corresponded with the communications manager in designing 15+ brand collaterals with brand guidelines, including 3+ interior space branding concepts and 12+ architectural graphics for publications. Designed 50+ wireframes & mockups for design solutions with Photoshop & Illustrator, and received feedback from team members, showcasing the ability to ideate, & iterate for continuous improvement.
Professional Skills
Technical Skills
Non-Technical Skills
Architecture to UX/UI Design
Because both are about user centered design
Architecture is about designing spaces for people to live, work, and play. UX/UI Design is about designing digital products for people to use, enjoy, and share.
Because both are about problem solving
Architecture is about solving problems of space, movement, and function. UX/UI Design is about solving problems of usability, accessibility, and desirability.
Because both need attention to detail
Architecture is about designing spaces with building components, construction detailing, and precision. UX/UI Design is about designing digital experiences with design systems, components, and detailing.
Because both need critical thinking
Architecture is about thinking critically about the impact of design decisions on the environment and society. UX/UI Design is about thinking critically about the impact of design decisions on the user and business.
Because both follow design thinking process
Architecture is about following a design process of research, ideation, iteration, and implementation. UX/UI Design is about following a design process of research, ideation, iteration, and implementation.
Because both involve collaboration
Architecture is about collaborating with clients, engineers, and contractors. UX/UI Design is about collaborating with clients, developers, and stakeholders.
Sketching & Rendering
Architectural Photography
Self Published Books
I have written and self published 9+ books on branding, visual design, architecture life, self-help, angular development, creativity, and ux design.
Travel & Adventure
I love traveling and exploring new places. I have been to 10+ countries and 50+ cities. I believe traveling is the best way to learn about different cultures and people.
Book Recommendations
As an avid reader, I have read 100+ books on various topics. I believe reading is the best way to learn from the experiences of others. Here are some of my favorite books.