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Mohammed Shais Khan<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mohammed Shais Khan is a Product Designer passionate about innovative, user-centered design, backed by six years of experience and a Mechanical Engineering bachelor’s with a specialization in Engineering Design, plus a Master’s in Science from the University of California, Davis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Interview with the 2023 NY Product Design Awards Winner \u2013 Mohammed Shais Khan<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q1. Please give us a brief bio of yourself and your background.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am a Product Designer with a passion for creating innovative and user-centered designs. With a strong background in engineering design and a keen eye for aesthetics and I have been working in the design industry for over six years. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering with a specialization in Engineering Design and a Master in Science as a student at the University of California Davis and have gained valuable experience through various design projects and collaborations with renowned companies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q2. What made you become\/why did you choose to become a product designer?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I have always been fascinated by the intersection of art and functionality. The need for new products after the end of each product cycle. The idea of designing products that not only look visually appealing but also enhance people’s lives intrigued me. This passion for creating meaningful and well-designed objects led me to pursue a career related to product design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q3. Tell us more about your business\/company, job profile, and what you do.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

In my current role, I work as a teaching assistant in Engineering Design and a freelance industrial designer. As a product designer, I usually conceptualize and develop new product ideas, conduct research and user testing, create prototypes and collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring products to market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q4. What does \u201cdesign\u201d mean to you?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To me, design is the process of finding creative solutions to problems while considering the needs and desires of the end-users. It involves crafting experiences, shaping aesthetics, and integrating functionality to create products that are not only visually appealing but also intuitive, efficient, and enjoyable to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Q5. What\u2019s your favorite kind of design and why?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am particularly drawn to sustainable design. Creating products that have a minimal environmental impact and promote a more sustainable way of living is something that deeply resonates with me. I find it fulfilling to design products that not only serve their intended purpose but also contribute positively to the world we live in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Winning Entry<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The FlexiLap laparoscopic forceps is a versatile and innovative medical device designed to address the challenges \u2026 (Read more at NY Product Design Awards<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more about Mohammed Shais Khan\u2019s interview<\/a> for the 2023 NY Product Design Awards!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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