Designing with Purpose. Building for People.
Hi, I’m Ariana, a UX Designer with 9+ years of creating meaningful, human-centered design. I specialize in design systems, visual storytelling, and creating experiences that put people first.
My approach is rooted in empathy, curiosity, and a deep respect for how people move through the world, both online and off.
From Military Moves to Mindful Design
At just two months old, I took my first flight, from Fort Polk, Louisiana to Seattle, Washington, and I’ve been chasing new experiences ever since. Growing up in a military family meant constantly moving, adapting, and learning to connect with people from all walks of life.
That spirit of exploration became the foundation of my work: I don’t just design for users — I seek to understand them. My travel experiences, and my love for culture and communication, taught me to lead with empathy and stay curious. And that’s exactly what great UX design demands.
I design with people in mind and purpose at heart.
My journey in design began with a high school yearbook class that ignited my love for visual storytelling. Since then, I’ve led and contributed tomeaningful design for SaaS and mobile products. I bring a systems-thinking mindset to my work, designing with consistency, accessibility, and longevity in mind.
Creating experiences that truly serve people is what fuels me. I believe great design:
• Begins with empathy and user research
• Solves real problems, not just surface ones
• Balances beauty with function
• Is collaborative, iterative, and always evolving
From yearbook layouts to leading multi-platform digital products, I’ve always been driven by one question:How can I use design to make life better for people?
When I'm not deep in Figma or geeking out over the latest AI, you'll likely find me...
🌎 Traveling the world and embracing new cultures
📖 Curled up with a good book
🏋🏾♀️ Breaking a sweat in the gym
✨ Seeking out soulful, sensory experiences (especially through food!)
🎥 Sharing my adventures on YouTube
🗣️ Forever learning languages (fluent in Spanish, intrigued by them all!)
Want to collaborate or just say hello? Let's get in touch!