{"id":29101,"date":"2024-07-15T10:41:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-15T10:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/muse.international\/?p=29101"},"modified":"2024-10-17T10:30:00","modified_gmt":"2024-10-17T10:30:00","slug":"interview-with-xiaobi-pan-and-junru-xu-from-hmw-design-studio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/muse.international\/index\/interview-with-xiaobi-pan-and-junru-xu-from-hmw-design-studio\/","title":{"rendered":"Interview with Xiaobi Pan &#038; Junru Xu | Designers from HMW Design Studio"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Xiaobi (Iris) Pan, with over 15 years of experience across various design disciplines, holds degrees from Zhejiang University and Harvard Graduate School of Design. Junru (Jennie) Xu, a senior product designer at DirecTV, has foundational roles in multiple startups and degrees from IIT and Columbia University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Xiaobi Q1<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2024, we co-founded How Might We (HMW) Design Studio to harness the power of technology and interdisciplinary design. In tackling pressing social issues and fostering positive change. Our studio is dedicated to addressing critical challenges such as climate change, poverty, women&#8217;s health, disabilities, and children&#8217;s developmental health. Our portfolio <a href=\"https:\/\/hmwdesign.studio\/work\" class=\"external\">https:\/\/hmwdesign.studio\/work<\/a> showcases our commitment to these causes. Presenting solutions that are not only technically feasible and commercially viable but also aesthetically compelling and socially impactful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At HMW Design Studio, we go beyond creating innovative design solutions and conceptual designs. We also offer comprehensive design workshops and mentorship services tailored to both design professionals and industry clients. These programs aim to strengthen participants&#8217; &#8220;design muscle,&#8221; empowering them to develop impactful, transformative designs. Yet sustainable solutions that address the world&#8217;s most urgent social challenges. Through collaboration and a user-centered design philosophy, we strive to make a lasting positive impact on society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q2<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To me, innovation means creating solutions that push the boundaries of what\u2019s possible and improve people&#8217;s lives. It\u2019s about thinking beyond traditional methods and finding new, more effective ways to solve problems. Innovation involves a blend of creativity and practicality, where imaginative ideas are turned into tangible, impactful products or experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In meaningful and accessible ways. Ultimately, innovation is about making a positive difference and driving progress by continually challenging the status quo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q3<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lolaneedstosketchmooore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"broken_link external\"><i class=\"icon-instagram\" style=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/lolazhang.artstation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"broken_link external\"><i class=\"icon-globe-line\" style=\"\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read more about the interview with Balaji Dhamodharan <a href=\"https:\/\/muse.international\/?p=29045\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Xiaobi (Iris) Pan, with over 15 years of experience across various design disciplines, holds degrees from Zhejiang University and Harvard Graduate School of Design. 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