Hello, I’m Mina Kim.

I approach design with benevolence and empathy, grounded in understanding human emotions and behaviors.

I strive to highlight often-overlooked details that can significantly enhance people's lives, believing that true innovation lies in recognizing and appreciating subtleties.


Core Skills

  1. Communication
  2. Collaboration
  3. Resilence
As a designer, I am deeply immersed in exploring human experiences and emotions, seeking to seamlessly integrate digital and physical interactions. With a foundational education in Industrial Design from Hongik University and my ongoing pursuit of a Master's degree at Rhode Island School of Design, my focus remains steadfast on creating designs that resonate deeply with individuals.

My design ethos is rooted in empathy and understanding, aiming to uncover the subtle intricacies that enhance human lives across various realms—be it through user interfaces, product innovations, or scholarly inquiry. By meticulously observing human behavior and blending insights from social psychology and moral philosophy, I craft experiences that are both intuitive and profound.

Throughout my professional journey, I have fostered collaborations with diverse teams, including developers, engineers, and fellow designers, pooling our collective expertise to bring forth pioneering concepts. Armed with a versatile skill set encompassing a spectrum of tools and methodologies—from the soft skills needed to gather insights from users to intricate design techniques—I adeptly translate ideas into tangible realities.

Central to my practice is an insatiable curiosity about the evolving dynamics between humanity and technology. Motivated by a desire to effect positive change, I am driven to forge impactful innovations that not only fulfill user needs but also catalyze societal progress. My unwavering passion for pushing the boundaries of design propels me towards continual growth and exploration.

I hope my work serves as a testament to the transformative potential of design in shaping our perceptual landscape. Through a conscientious consideration of human desires and emotions, I endeavor to create designs that resonate deeply, enriching lives and fostering profound connections within our ever-evolving world.



I'm a dog person through and through, having lived with dogs my entire life. I'm very fluent in 'barking'


︎︎︎🐾 Mr. Coco (he/him)
The name 'Coco' holds a special place in our family history, as it was first used by my grandfather.
Carbs are my energy, my love, my all.


In Providence, RI, my top recommendation is the Pecan Tart at Pastiche Fine Desserts. 
I love my free time—the freedom of having time that's truly 'free' to do what I love, mostly spending it on craft works and nail arts.
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