Design Thinking
System design
Innovation
Storytelling
Research
Visualization
Hi, I'm Funmi an exploratory and creative designer based in Chicago. With a background in chemistry, I bring a unique lens to design: one that fuses analytical thinking with creative experimentation. I approach challenges like formulas by conducting research, identifying patterns, and mixing key elements (Design) to produce solutions (Products/Services) that directly address real human needs.
As a generalist designer, I work fluidly across UI/UX, product design, and design research often connecting seemingly unrelated insights to generate thoughtful, systems-aware outcomes. I’m especially drawn to mission-driven work where equity, sustainability, and cultural context matter.
My strengths lie in ideation, research synthesis, and collaborative innovation. I thrive in the messy early stages of problem-framing, concept generation, and rapid prototyping. Whether it's co-founding a nonprofit like StudentLoop, exploring AI collaboration in StyleMorph, or reimagining hairstyling tools in Styliúm, I lead with purpose, empathy, and adaptability.
I believe design should not only be useful — it should be responsible, inclusive, and curious enough to imagine better futures.
My Strength
As a person & designer
Person
Empathetic
Resourceful
Curious
Community-driven
Visionary
Entrepreneurial
Collaborative
Solution-oriented
Designer
Cross-disciplinary thinker
Systems thinking
Ideation & Facilitation
Visual and UX design
Research-led approach
Strong storytelling
Narrative design
AI-assisted design
Education
My Journey to Design
Masters in Design
Illinois Institute of Tecnology
Google Ux Professional Course
Coursera
UI|UX Design
Jupiter Academy Bootcamp
Chemistry Education
Lagos State University
Companies I’ve Worked with
Software Development
Energy & Electrical Services
Real Estate
Contact me
2025 Funmilayo Makinde
Design Thinking
System design
Innovation
Storytelling
Research
Visualization
Hi, I'm Funmi an exploratory and creative designer based in Chicago. With a background in chemistry, I bring a unique lens to design: one that fuses analytical thinking with creative experimentation. I approach challenges like formulas by conducting research, identifying patterns, and mixing key elements (Design) to produce solutions (Products/Services) that directly address real human needs.
As a generalist designer, I work fluidly across UI/UX, product design, and design research often connecting seemingly unrelated insights to generate thoughtful, systems-aware outcomes. I’m especially drawn to mission-driven work where equity, sustainability, and cultural context matter.
My strengths lie in ideation, research synthesis, and collaborative innovation. I thrive in the messy early stages of problem-framing, concept generation, and rapid prototyping. Whether it's co-founding a nonprofit like StudentLoop, exploring AI collaboration in StyleMorph, or reimagining hairstyling tools in Styliúm, I lead with purpose, empathy, and adaptability.
I believe design should not only be useful — it should be responsible, inclusive, and curious enough to imagine better futures.
My Strength
As a person & designer
Person
Empathetic
Resourceful
Curious
Community-driven
Visionary
Entrepreneurial
Collaborative
Solution-oriented
Designer
Cross-disciplinary thinker
Systems thinking
Ideation & Facilitation
Visual and UX design
Research-led approach
Strong storytelling
Narrative design
AI-assisted design
Education
My Journey to Design
Masters in Design
Illinois Institute of Tecnology
Google Ux Professional Course
Coursera
UI|UX Design
Jupiter Academy Bootcamp
Chemistry Education
Lagos State University
Companies I’ve Worked with
Software Development
Energy & Electrical Services
Real Estate
Contact me
2025 Funmilayo Makinde
Design Thinking
System design
Innovation
Storytelling
Research
Visualization
Hi, I'm Funmi an exploratory and creative designer based in Chicago. With a background in chemistry, I bring a unique lens to design: one that fuses analytical thinking with creative experimentation. I approach challenges like formulas by conducting research, identifying patterns, and mixing key elements (Design) to produce solutions (Products/Services) that directly address real human needs.
As a generalist designer, I work fluidly across UI/UX, product design, and design research often connecting seemingly unrelated insights to generate thoughtful, systems-aware outcomes. I’m especially drawn to mission-driven work where equity, sustainability, and cultural context matter.
My strengths lie in ideation, research synthesis, and collaborative innovation. I thrive in the messy early stages of problem-framing, concept generation, and rapid prototyping. Whether it's co-founding a nonprofit like StudentLoop, exploring AI collaboration in StyleMorph, or reimagining hairstyling tools in Styliúm, I lead with purpose, empathy, and adaptability.
I believe design should not only be useful — it should be responsible, inclusive, and curious enough to imagine better futures.
My Strength
As a person & designer
Person
Empathetic
Resourceful
Curious
Community-driven
Visionary
Entrepreneurial
Collaborative
Solution-oriented
Designer
Cross-disciplinary thinker
Systems thinking
Ideation & Facilitation
Visual and UX design
Research-led approach
Strong storytelling
Narrative design
AI-assisted design
Education
My Journey to Design
Masters in Design
Illinois Institute of Tecnology
Google Ux Professional Course
Coursera
UI|UX Design
Jupiter Academy Bootcamp
Chemistry Education
Lagos State University
Companies I’ve Worked with
Software Development
Energy & Electrical Services
Real Estate
Contact me
2025 Funmilayo Makinde