Stories, insights, and notes
from my journey in UX, design, and beyond

Journals covering design principles, personal experiences, and creative explorations. Each one crafted to be informative, reflective, and shareable.

Top Figma Plugins for Icons - Free & Paid

Top Figma Plugins for Icons - Free & Paid

Icons are more than decoration - they are visual cues that guide users, communicate actions, and create a cohesive look across a product. A well-chosen icon can reduce cognitive...
Beyond Design, What Really Shapes Success?

Beyond Design, What Really Shapes Success?

I remember working on a project where the design was praised in the initial reviews. Clean visuals, thoughtful interactions, everything checked the right boxes. Yet, when the pr...
What Designers Forget Until It’s Too Late

What Designers Forget Until It’s Too Late

I remember once joining a project where everyone was excited about shipping fast. The product looked polished on the surface, but the team had skipped over small usability fixes...
Using AI Without Losing Human Touch

Using AI Without Losing Human Touch

I recently watched a team explore how AI could shape their product design. They started by using AI to generate UI layouts, suggest color palettes, and even predict user flows b...
Stop Chasing Design Feedback Alone

Stop Chasing Design Feedback Alone

Last week, I joined a session where the team gathered in one room - designers, product managers, developers, even a marketer. The goal was simple: resolve all pending design decis...
How to Reset Your Mind for Creative Work

How to Reset Your Mind for Creative Work

I used to sit at my desk for hours, convinced that grinding without breaks was the only way to get things done. But often, I’d end up staring at the same screen, re-reading the ...