I’m Kyung-seo (Kaline) Yoo, a product designer focused on creating meaningful, human-centered solutions for everyday life. I design products that solve real problems, spark joy, and create lasting experiences.
Throughout my career, I led various projects from brainstorming to real-world launch, driven by my passion for seeing how users interact with my work. I’m always eager to learn, open to feedback, and committed to enhancing people’s lives through design.
Let’s connect and explore how tangible products can help build a better world.
MY DESIGN APPROACH
I always…
ask thoughtful questions before moving toward solutions.
remain eager to learn new tools, perspectives, and approaches.
explore innovative ideas while considering real-world feasibility.
work with a structured and strategic process to bring ideas to life effectively.
MY EXPERIENCE
Work experience
Jul 2024 - Present
Creative Designer @ J World Sports Inc.
Jun 2022 - Aug 2022
UI/UX Design intern @ DIVEROID
Jan 2022 - May 2022
Product Designer @ Draw 3
Aug 2020 - Aug 2021
Product Designer @ KICH
Leadership
Sep 2023 - Jun 2024
Head Monitor @ RISD ID CAD Lab - Supervised a team of 17 CAD lab monitors, managed the overall shop system, and operated 10+ machines such as 3D printers, laser cutters, and a plotter.
Nov 2023 - Mar 2024
Lead product designer @ RISD ASTRO - Lead the team of 4 to design a stable and sturdy seat attachment for our new rover seat design.
Awards
2025
Future Forward Design Fall 2025 Winner - Selected as a Fall 2025 winner. Seasonal feature by Design Dispatch that spotlights emerging designers shaping the future of creativity across disciplines. Award page ->
2024
NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge Featherweight Award - Won the "Featherweight Award" for the lightest rover, weighing 94 pounds, among all participants, including all divisions.
2023
NASA Human Exploration Rover Challenge Featherweight Award - Won the "Featherweight Award" for the lightest rover, weighing 100 pounds, among all participants, including all divisions.