Chak Ying Wong

With a Master of Arts in Interaction & UI/UX Design from the Academy of Art University and a Bachelor of Architecture from California College of the Arts, I have a strong foundation in both design and architecture. My professional journey includes a role as a Product Manager internship at Meituan, where I developed documentation for a Large Language Model application and collaborated with UX, front-end, and back-end teams. Previously, I served as a Kitchen Designer at Valore Inc., creating comprehensive design packages and assisting clients with product selections. My experience also includes a residency at Autodesk Technology Center, where I engaged in innovative projects, and an architectural internship at LWK & Partners, contributing to design development and presentations. My early experience includes a summer internship with China Architecture Design & Research Group, where I assisted in design detailing and contributed to a publication on rural revitalization.

Projects

Lucid Immersion

Experience the perfect fusion of indoor comfort and outdoor adventure with the LUCID Immersion ecosystem. Designed to enhance your connection with nature and community, this innovative system helps you and your loved ones create lasting memories. From effortlessly adjusting car seating for scenic views to facilitating face-to-face interactions, Immersion emphasizes meaningful connections and the joy of shared experiences. Whether exploring the outdoors or enjoying moments of relaxation, LUCID Immersion redefines the way you interact with your environment, blending convenience and adventure seamlessly.See More

Fridge Mate

Fridge Mate is designed to empower frequent home cooks by helping them use their ingredients more efficiently and streamline the cooking process. Tailored for individuals who cook at home multiple times a week, the app focuses on reducing food waste, optimizing meal preparation, and simplifying the management of ingredients. By providing smart tools and personalized solutions, it ensures users can make the most out of what they have while enjoying a seamless cooking experience. This could be the software inside an IoT (internet-connected) refrigerator, or an app that works with hardware features built-in to a refrigerator.See More

Restaurant Rebranding - Sakesan Sushi & Robata

The Sakesan Sushi & Robata rebranding focuses on enhancing brand identity and drawing diners with a modern, authentic Japanese aesthetic. This project covers identity design, updated menus, packaging, and digital advertising to showcase its delicious sushi and robata aki. The website redesign prioritizes a sleek, mobile-friendly experience with easy access to menus and reservations. Environmental design focuses on prominent logo placement and subtle, cohesive brand elements in signage and decor, creating an inviting, minimalist ambiance. Through cohesive design across digital and physical touchpoint, Sakesan aims to captivate guests with a refined dining experience.See More

Polymon - Product Design (Startup)

Polymon is an innovative brand founded by a collective of architects, interaction designers, industrial designers, brand marketers, and musicians. Its slogan, “Uniquely Normal”, reflects the brand's ethos of blending individuality with relatability, pushing creative boundaries while staying grounded in everyday experiences. This collaborative foundation positions Polymon as a creative force that bridges multiple disciplines, crafting experiences and products that are both distinctive and deeply relatable. The blend of artistic vision and practical design makes Polymon stand out as a brand that redefines what "normal" means—turning it into something extraordinary.See More

Work History

Product Manager

MeituanMay 2023 - Jul 2023 • 3 mosUncovered product requirements and developed detailed documentations of a Large Language Model (LLM) application and platform based on market research of Artificial Intelligence products. Participated in a product management team and meetings with UX design team, front-end and back-end teams regarding updates on current projects. Created and designed interaction flow diagram, logo, and digital experiences for mobile application, external and internal websites.

Kitchen Designer

Valore Inc.Aug 2022 - Mar 2023 • 8 mosFiltered customer and coordinate client and design drafter to work on the design and quote from beginning to the end. Created, modified and refined designs to conform to customer specifications, production limitations or changes in design trends; created a complete package of construction and cabinetry documents and take projects to completion. Assisted homeowners, contractors, and builders with their product selections through key values proposition elements designed to exceed client's expectations.

Resident at Autodesk Technology Center

AutodeskMar 2022 - Feb 2023 • 1 yrAs a resident at Autodesk Technology Center, likely contributed to innovative projects and collaborated with other professionals in the technology and design fields.

Architectural Internship

LWK & PartnersJun 2021 - Aug 2021 • 3 mosParticipated in a design team and company-wide meeting regarding updates on current projects. Provided graphics and design support for presentations of a wide range of projects, including residential, educational, and office buildings in Design Development, by developing proficiency in modeling and renderings.

Summer Architecture Internship

China Architecture Design & Research GroupJun 2017 - Aug 2017 • 3 mosAssisted architects with detailing and crafting of design. Participated in editing process of a book 'Reconstruction of Rural Land-Practice and Exploration of Rural Revitalization.'

Education

Academy of Art University

Master of Arts - MA, Interaction & UI/UX Design2022 - 2023

California College of the Arts

Bachelor of Architecture - BArch, Architecture2019 - 2022

Diablo Valley College

Economics and Architecture2016 - 2018

Sun Yat-sen University - Lingnan (University) College

Finance and Financial Management Services2015 - 2016

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