I am a New York–based industrial designer working at the intersection of consumer products, material exploration, and cultural storytelling. My practice bridges professional work, research, and education, creating thoughtful, scalable objects and material systems that connect everyday function with emotional, cultural, and environmental meaning.

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I hold an MFA in Industrial Design from Parsons School of Design, where I developed a strong interest in sustainability, material innovation, and community-driven design. My work begins by identifying real-world needs and exploring where practicality and desire intersect, resulting in products that challenge conventional typologies while remaining grounded in usability and production realities.

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As the founder of Le Motif Design Studio, I lead a research-driven practice exploring biomaterials, soft structures, and cultural material narratives through furniture, lighting, and home objects. My current work includes the Indigo Miindo collection, an ongoing exploration of Korean heritage, ritual, and material transformation.

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I currently teach industrial design at Pratt Institute, guiding students through research, prototyping, and critical design processes rooted in real-world constraints.

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If you are interested in collaboration, research, or design opportunities, feel free to reach out.