Hi there! I'm Arvind, a/an
I help organizations create accessible and sustainable products, services, and experiences. My practice follows a research-led, and prototyping-driven approach across climate-tech, education and healthcare; and toward planetary solutions and human well-being.
Growing MycoType Materials. Completed a Master's in Industrial Design (MID'23) from the Rhode Island School of Design. Collaborated with teams at Xcimer Energy, Collins Aerospace, Biodesign Challenge, Rhode Island Foundation, RISD x Hyundai, Big Dreams Studio and IIT Bombay, among other startups, nonprofits, and educational institutions. Currently open to work.
2024-Present (external link)
OCEAN FUTURES TOOLKIT
Trends and drivers research and digital toolkit creation for emerging blue-tech economies.
Co-designed Possibility Ocean'25 Conference
2024-25
XCIMER ENERGY CORPORATION
Brand strategy, website UX/UI, and storytelling with data to communicate fusion energy.
Supported a $100M Series A Launch
2025 (password needed)
RHODE ISLAND FOUNDATION
Workshops, research and design strategy for state-wide non-profit convening for capacity building.
2024
COLLINS AEROSPACE
UX/UI design for speech and sign language accessibility, and custom in-flight services.
AIX Honorable Mention Award
2022
RISD x HYUNDAI MOTOR GROUP
Curation, copywriting, and exhibition logistics for 20+ participants across 12 departments.
RISD x Hyundai Motor Group Partnership
2018-19
BETIC, IIT BOMBAY, INDIA
Design and engineering of a novel ophthalmic device to diagnose and monitor eye pressure (IOP).
Patent Granted, ICoRD Research Award
Mycotype Materials
RHODE ISLAND SCHOOL OF DESIGN
Featured on Designboom and Autodesk. Supported by RISD Somerson Sustainability Innovation Fund.
Clients & Collaborations
Xcimer Energy Corporation • Collins Aerospace • Autodesk • RISD x Hyundai Partnership • Big Dreams Studio • Biodesign Challenge • Rhode Island Foundation • Rhode Island Department of Corrections • Rhode Island Rebound • Rhode Island School of Design • Brown University • Mathilde • Overproof • Possibility Ocean • CARES.green • Paper Connection International • Dhoop Magazine • Biomedical Engineering & Technology Innovation Center, IIT Bombay • Shenoy Studio, IDC School of Design, IIT Bombay • Curiosity Gym • National Institute For Interdisciplinary Science and Technology • SP Jain Institute of Management and Research • Symbiosis Institute of Technology
Capabilities
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Research & Strategy Methods
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Qualitative & Quantitative Research
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Thematic Analysis & Data Visualization
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Competitive Positioning & Differentiation
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Storytelling & Information Architecture
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System Mapping and Circular Design
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Digital Experience Design
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Customer Journey & Experience Design
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Wireframing to High-Fidelity Prototyping
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UI/UX & Product Design (Figma/Adobe)
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Web & Mobile Application Development
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Accessibility (WCAG), Web Analytics (Google)
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Industrial Design Engineering
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Concept Development & Sketching
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Mechanical Engineering & Machine Design
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CAD, Rendering, Simulation (Solidworks, Fusion)
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3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing (Cura)
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CNC, Forming & Molding, Workshop Practice
