My name is Luke,
I am an industrial designer
I have a curious mind and love tinkering with things. I strongly believe in good affordance in everyday things, observing the nuances in the things around us and wondering if it could be done better.
I have a Diploma in Material Sciences, giving me an alternative perspective and a holistic background revolving around science, design, and engineering. I aspire to make lives better through good product design with an emphasis on designing for the human experience, something that's become especially important with the merging of the physical & digital worlds. I am currently pursuing my bachelor's degree in the Division of Industrial Design, at the National University of Singapore (NUS), graduating in 2024.
In 2023, I was selected to embark on a student exchange semester at the Eindhoven University of Technology (TUE).
I am also someone who loves the outdoors and taking photos. Something about capturing a piece of history in a still frame is alluring, telling a story or bringing back memories from that piece of time. Being in the outdoors makes me feel alive and reminds me of how we all share the same sky. So everyone has a part to play in making the world a better place.
Education
Eindhoven University of Technology (TUE)
Industrial Design (Exchange Semester)
National University of Singapore (NUS)
Bachelor of Arts in Industrial Design (Hons) - Graduating 2024
CAP 4.92/5.00 First class honours
Deans list 2021 S1 & S2
Deans list 2022 S1 & S2
Deans list 2023 S2
Deans list 2021 S1 & S2
Deans list 2022 S1 & S2
Deans list 2023 S2
Singapore Polytechnic
Diploma in Applied Chemistry with Material Science - Graduated 2018
GPA 3.75/4.00
Singapore Polytechnic
Diploma Plus in Design Thinking - Graduated 2018
GPA 4.00/4.00
Work experience
Innovation & Design Hub, Design Consultant
Aug 2023 - Present
Tasked with establishing the design hub as a maker space for inspiring and facilitating prototyping activities.
I played a pivotal part in managing and designing the assets within the space, and curating exhibition pieces to inspire ideas.
I also acted as a design consultant for design enquiries.
KEIO-NUS Cute Center, Research Assistant
May 2022- Present
Developing the world's first mini screw simulator "Typodont+"
Patented design, collaborating with eye2eye and the National University Hospital (NUH) to commercialize the product.
Patented design, collaborating with eye2eye and the National University Hospital (NUH) to commercialize the product.
Typodont+ is currently in its second year of pilot study at the School of Dentistry (NUS) and NUH.
Krusty Labs by Yunora, Creative technologist
May 2022- Present
Worked with Disney to create “Electric Paint” – Digital Graffiti Wall as part of the Ms. Marvel launch event in Singapore.
Developed technology solutions for “Electric Paint”, utilizing Lidar and JavaScript to create an interactive experience.
Developed technology solutions for “Electric Paint”, utilizing Lidar and JavaScript to create an interactive experience.
Communication Design Hub, Designer
Jan 2022- June 2022
The Communication Design Hub operates as a collaborative resource for the university and professional communities.
The Design Hub functions as a creative center to design communication solutions for the NUS community.
https://www.communicationdesignhub.com/
The Design Hub functions as a creative center to design communication solutions for the NUS community.
https://www.communicationdesignhub.com/
KEIO-NUS Cute Center, Research Assistant
Apr 2021- Jun 2021
Co-developed a new Compliant haptics system, coming up with manufacturing guidelines for repeatability.
Controlled fabrication process to streamline system performance, analyzing data, and quantifying system behavior.
Freelance Photographer
Dec 2018 - Dec 2020
Collaborated event photography for GET JUICED nightlife events (2020).
Organized and executed photoshoots for private and corporate clients.
Appointed event photography for Chingay 2020, to capture media for official use.
Organized and executed photoshoots for private and corporate clients.
Appointed event photography for Chingay 2020, to capture media for official use.
Singapore Navy Museum, In-House Designer
Jun 2018 - Jun 2020
Designed new exhibitions with modern illustrations to replace ageing exhibitions.
Appointed as a consultant for upcoming Navy Museum 2021 'Refresh'.
Directed private tours for internal and external groups, also acted as a photographer when needed.
Appointed as a consultant for upcoming Navy Museum 2021 'Refresh'.
Directed private tours for internal and external groups, also acted as a photographer when needed.
LG Electronics, Brand Ambassador
Jan 2016 - Jun 2018
Coordinated brand development and promotion in Singapore, by directly interacting with consumers.
Directed customer consultation in LG smartphone industry, boosting smartphone sales.
A*STAR - IMRE
Mar 2017 - Aug 2017
Collaborated with energy storage research team on alternative energy storage technologies.
Advanced potential of aqueous battery energy storage solutions, assisting in two research papers.
Singapore Press Holdings
Jun 2016 - Dec 2016
Devised solutions to tackle declining physical paper scales.
Executed and analysed consumer surveys as part of user research to understand issues on ground.
Engineered and proposed a solution to help boost readership