Dahae Cheon (she/her/hers)

I’m an Industrial Designer with a degree in Industrial Design from Hongik University in Seoul, where I primarily focused on creating consumer products. However, my curiosity extended across various design fields, leading me to pursue internships annually in different positions such as graphic designer and 3d designer. After graduation, I worked at SWNA Design Agency. I was involved in diverse projects ranging from furniture and cutting-edge consumer electronics to rebranding for apartment construction firms and landscape concept design. Since my university days, I’ve been deeply interested in materials, particularly in material-driven design projects that go beyond their use as mere aesthetic elements. I see materials as an empathetic approach to fostering emotional connections between users and products. With the rise of virtual experiences, I’ve also been conducting personal projects that explore intangible materials. As you know, technological advancements are increasingly shifting everyday products toward digital solutions. At this critical juncture, where physical interaction and sensory experiences are gradually fading, I aim to challenge myself during my master’s program by creating designs that evoke the most human and intrinsic desires. I am also particularly interested in interaction design and would like to explore related courses and projects. As an industrial designer, I hope to merge my experience in material exploration with the digital world to create memorable user experiences."