Hello! ✨ I’m Daria,
Product designer and Artist
Product designer and Artist
In this portfolio, I'm excited to share my journey through various projects where I've tackled real-world challenges with innovative solutions. Each piece represents my commitment to thoughtful design and problem-solving.
Portfolio
I invite you to explore my work and see how I blend technical expertise with artistic vision to create meaningful digital experiences. Welcome to my world of design!
You can choose a category below or simply scroll through the page to explore all my work in order.
You can choose a category below or simply scroll through the page to explore all my work in order.
Current Work: Texture
A Portuguese company specializing in finance and cryptocurrency solutions
Web Design & UX Research
In this section, I’m showcasing websites and digital products that I designed and conducted UX research for.
Graphic Design
As a graphic designer, I create posters, print materials, merchandise designs, conference space decorations, product packaging designs, and more.
Fine Arts Background: Classical Art Education
My foundation in traditional art forms has provided me with a deep understanding of visual principles and artistic expression
Project «Melancholia»
Digital and Acrylic Art, where I explore melancholy, sadness, and longing through paintings.
Cross Stitching
A selection of some of my handmade cross-stitch works.
Current Work: Texture
A Portuguese company specializing in finance and cryptocurrency solutions
Texture: finance and cryptocurrency solutions
To develop a modern, user-friendly, and reliable platform for both large-scale and beginner users in the financial and cryptocurrency sectors.
Lead Priduct Designer, UX Researcher, Graphic Designer
Building a product from scratch to production-ready launch. This involved studying competitor platforms to understand their strengths and weaknesses, identifying our competitive advantage, and designing a user experience that’s both intuitive and enjoyable.
Creating paper and digital wireframes, developing low- and high-fidelity prototypes, conducting usability studies, ensuring accessibility, iterating on designs, defining information architecture, designing interfaces, building a design system, and implementing responsive design.
Project Goal:
My role:
The PROBLEM:
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Texture: Previous Design
Here, I’m showcasing the old design of our product, that I created a New Brutalism style infused with pixel art elements. We used this design for about two years. Now, with the product expanding, I’m working on a redesign to make it more suitable for a professional, serious user base.
Web Design & UX Research
Augmented City
Creating compelling visual communication and web presence for Augmented City - an innovative platform that transforms urban spaces through augmented reality technology. The goal was to effectively communicate complex AR technology to potential clients and users through clear, engaging design and user-friendly web interfaces.
UX Designer, Web Designer, Graphic Designer
Translating complex AR technology concepts into understandable visual narratives. Creating a cohesive brand identity across all marketing materials. Designing an intuitive website that effectively showcases the platform's capabilities. Developing clear visual explanations of technical features.
Designing the company's website with focus on user experience. Developing visual explanations of AR features and capabilities. Creating consistent brand identity across all materials. Producing infographics and technical illustrations. Developing presentation materials for different platforms. Ensuring responsive web design across all devices.
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ArtSpace: NFT marketplace
The goal of the NFT Art Space Store project is to create a user-friendly online platform that allows artists to showcase and sell their digital artwork as non-fungible tokens (NFTs) while providing art enthusiasts and collectors with a secure and enjoyable way to discover, purchase, and trade NFT art.
UX / UI designer, UX researcher.
The current NFT art market lacks a centralized and user-friendly platform that effectively connects artists with potential buyers and collectors. Artists often struggle to find a reliable and accessible marketplace to monetize their digital creations through NFTs. At the same time, art enthusiasts and collectors face challenges in discovering high-quality NFT art, verifying authenticity, and securely transacting in the NFT ecosystem. This project aims to address these issues by creating a comprehensive NFT Art Space Store that caters to the needs of both artists and art enthusiasts, fostering a thriving NFT art community.
Working in a team with a senior designer, developer, project manager. Finalization of design, creation of adaptive design, applications, research.
The GOAL:
My role:
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ProCourse: a cross-platform tool to help study
The goal of this project is to create a user-friendly cross-platform website that empowers young adults to efficiently study new skills, manage their schedules, and track their progress, fostering a more accessible and effective learning experience.
UX / UI designer leading the responsive website design from conception to delivery.
Many young individuals aspire to advance their knowledge and skills without enrolling in traditional college programs. They require flexible online learning options that accommodate their work commitments and allow
for personalized scheduling.
for personalized scheduling.
Conducting interviews, paper and digital wireframing,
low and high-fidelity prototyping, conducting usability studies, accounting for accessibility, iterating on designs, determining information architecture, and responsive design.
low and high-fidelity prototyping, conducting usability studies, accounting for accessibility, iterating on designs, determining information architecture, and responsive design.
The GOAL:
My role:
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Egredior: an event reservation app
People with busy schedules need to inquire, reserve seats for events.
The problem:
UX / UI designer, UX researcher.
My role:
Design an app that allows users to reserve a place for an exciting event, allows them to know more about the event in advance, reserve a seat and receive a reminder of the event.
The goal:
Conducting interviews, user research, paper and digital wireframing, low and high-fidelity prototyping, conducting usability studies, accounting for accessibility, iterating on designs, determining information architecture.
Responsibilities:
Digital Office: Enterprise Portal
Development of a comprehensive internal business portal designed to streamline employee coordination, enhance company-wide communication, and optimize planning and management processes. The platform serves as a centralized digital workspace for efficient business operations.
UX/UI Designer, UX Researcher, Graphic Designer
Understanding diverse user needs across different organizational levels. Creating an intuitive structure for multiple portal sections. Ensuring seamless user experience across various devices. Balancing functionality with user-friendly interface. Coordinating with multiple stakeholders and team members.
Creating detailed user personas and user journeys. Designing responsive interfaces for various devices. Creating interactive prototypes for user testing. Conducting concept testing and user feedback sessions. Establishing design guidelines and component libraries. Collaborating with senior designers for design reviews. Building and implementing a comprehensive design system.
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Welcome book
To develop a modern, user-friendly, and reliable platform for onboarding new employees, addressing common tasks and issues such as IT support, submitting requests, and more.
UX/UI Designer, UX Researcher, Graphic Designer
Currently, the company lacks a centralized portal for handling day-to-day tasks. There is no platform that provides information about the company, corporate culture, or connects employees with tech support and HR. The project requires gathering user requirements and designing the portal's architecture.
Creating paper and digital wireframes, developing low- and high-fidelity prototypes, conducting usability studies, ensuring accessibility, iterating on designs, defining information architecture, designing interfaces, building a design system, and implementing responsive design.
Project Goal:
My role:
The PROBLEM:
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Pure (in progress)
Develop a modern, engaging website for a professional skin laser center that effectively showcases their services, expertise, and results. The website aims to build trust with potential clients and provide clear information about available treatments and procedures.
UX/UI Designer, UX Researcher, Graphic Designer
Redesigning an outdated website to meet modern design standards. Implementing new sections to enhance user experience and information accessibility. Creating a professional yet welcoming visual atmosphere.
Conducting user research to understand client needs and preferences. Designing intuitive navigation and user flows. Developing wireframes and prototypes. Implementing responsive design for all devices. Designing new sections and content layouts.
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My role:
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Smart Collection
To design and develop a website for a small business in the finance sector, aimed at providing a clear and efficient online presence.
UI Designer, Web Designer, Graphic Designer
The client is scaling their business and needs a website that reflects this growth. The website needs to be straightforward and intuitive, with clear navigation and a clean design that highlights the services offered. The challenge lies in balancing functionality with simplicity to meet the client’s needs while making a strong digital impression.
Creating consistent brand identity across all materials. Designing the company's website with focus on user experience. Producing infographics and technical illustrations. Developing presentation materials for different platforms. Ensuring responsive web design across all devices.
Project Goal:
My role:
The PROBLEM:
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Climat Progress
To create a website for a business that specializes in the sale and installation of split systems and air conditioners. The website should serve as a professional online presence for the company, showcasing their products and services.
UX/UI Designer, UX Researcher, Graphic Designer
The client needed a website that would reflect their expertise in the HVAC industry and appeal to both residential and commercial customers. The challenge was to design a platform that would provide detailed information about the products and services offered and also make it easy for users to navigate and get in touch for inquiries or installations.
Developed a brand book and corporate identity. Created wireframes and low- to high-fidelity prototypes. Designed clear, intuitive interfaces. Implemented a responsive design to ensure the website is fully functional and visually appealing on all devices.
Project Goal:
My role:
The CHALLENGE:
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Graphic Design
As a graphic designer, I bring ideas to life through various mediums and formats, creating visual solutions for diverse business needs.
Such as:
Technical Expertise:
Each project begins with a deep understanding of the client's goals and target audience. I combine strategic thinking with creative execution to deliver designs that not only look appealing but also effectively communicate the intended message. My background in fine arts enriches my commercial work, allowing me to create unique, artistic solutions while meeting business objectives.
Whether it's designing a complete conference space or creating product packaging, I ensure that all elements work together to create a cohesive and memorable visual experience.
Such as:
- Conference space design
- Event posters and banners
- Marketing collateral
- Corporate communications
- Promotional materials
- Social media design
- Business stationery
- Packaging design
- Merchandise graphics
Technical Expertise:
- Working with neural networks and AI
- Typography expertise
- Brand identity development
- Color management
- Layout design
- Visual hierarchy implementation
Each project begins with a deep understanding of the client's goals and target audience. I combine strategic thinking with creative execution to deliver designs that not only look appealing but also effectively communicate the intended message. My background in fine arts enriches my commercial work, allowing me to create unique, artistic solutions while meeting business objectives.
Whether it's designing a complete conference space or creating product packaging, I ensure that all elements work together to create a cohesive and memorable visual experience.
Fine Arts Background: Classical Art Education
My foundation in traditional art forms has provided me with a deep understanding of visual principles and artistic expression. Through years of classical art education, I've developed proficiency in painting, drawing, and composition – skills that continue to enrich my approach to digital design.
Areas of Expertise:
Educational Impact:
This classical art training has become invaluable in my design career, providing:
The transition from traditional art to digital design has been natural, as the fundamental principles of composition, balance, and visual storytelling remain consistent across mediums. My classical art education continues to influence my design decisions, bringing a unique artistic perspective to every project.
Areas of Expertise:
- Watercolor and acrylic painting techniques
- Traditional drawing methods
- Advanced composition principles
- Color theory and application
- Perspective and spatial relationships
- Light and shadow manipulation
Educational Impact:
This classical art training has become invaluable in my design career, providing:
- Strong understanding of visual hierarchy
- Ability to balance complex compositions
- Natural sense of color harmony
- Expert eye for proportions and spacing
- Skill in creating visual flow and movement
The transition from traditional art to digital design has been natural, as the fundamental principles of composition, balance, and visual storytelling remain consistent across mediums. My classical art education continues to influence my design decisions, bringing a unique artistic perspective to every project.
Project «Melancholia»
I started this project a year ago to explore profound emotions like longing, sadness, and emptiness.
One of my pieces from this series won third place in the «Modern Women of Georgia» competition, where I depicted an opera singer as a grieving lover.
In this project, I work with both traditional tools like pencils and acrylics, as well as digital tools.
One of my pieces from this series won third place in the «Modern Women of Georgia» competition, where I depicted an opera singer as a grieving lover.
In this project, I work with both traditional tools like pencils and acrylics, as well as digital tools.
Cross Stitching
For me, cross-stitching is a meditative art form where each stitch tells a story. This collection showcases selected pieces that demonstrate my attention to detail, color harmony, and ability to transform traditional craft into contemporary artistic expression.
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