DARVEKA SANDHIRAN

UI/UX and product designer with a strong grounding in user-centered design, interactive product development, and cross-platform digital experiences. Skilled across the full design process — from research, wireframing, and prototyping through to high-fidelity UI, micro-interaction design, and product ideation — with proficiency in Figma, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop. Brings a product mindset that goes beyond visual craft: thinking holistically about how a product works, feels, and grows — not just how it looks. Detail-oriented and collaborative, with a demonstrated ability to translate user research and feedback into intuitive, impactful experiences across web and mobile platforms.

• Malaysian Food Delivery Mobile Application, Conducted competitive analysis of local food delivery apps (e.g., GrabFood, FoodPanda). Researched user behaviours and preferences via informal surveys with Malaysian users. Defined key user personas and created user journey maps to guide the design process. Sketched low-fidelity wireframes, Designed high-fidelity wireframes for main flows: browsing, ordering, and tracking. Applied mobile-first and thumb-friendly layout principles for better usability. Ensured visual consistency with a clean design system (colors, typography, spacing). Built an interactive prototype in Figma to demonstrate user flow., 2024-01-01
• Improvised Traditional Muruku Maker, Researched traditional Malaysian Muruku-making tools and production techniques. Modelled in [Tinkercad / 3DRhino / 3Ds Max] with proper topology and mesh cleanup. Applied realistic texturing using PBR materials to simulate brass, steel, and wood textures using Keyshot and 3DRhino. Focused on enhanced sketches pre-modelling, for design comparison, evaluation, and final concept design. Created a detailed 3D model of the Improvised Traditional Muruku Maker, accurately replicating key components such as the main pressing cylinder, double handle, metal stencil plates, and base support mechanism with a modified table and murukku stand improvised for comfortable usage., 2024-01-01
• IoT Based Smart Pet Water Dispenser, Conducted user research with 60+ respondents and expert interviews (pet owners & businesses). Identified hydration challenges in pets and opportunities for smart water systems. Developed detailed sketches and multiple concept iterations to refine product direction. Designed product in Tinkercad and created 3D models using 3DRhino. Applied realistic rendering and material visualization using Keyshot. Integration concept IoT features: smart filtration, UV sterilization, app-based monitoring. Built a semi-working prototype to demonstrate form, function, and user interaction. Focused on pet safety, ease of use, and sustainability throughout the design process., 2025-01-01
• 3D Model of a Hornet Dagger, Designed a fantasy-themed 'Hornet Dagger' inspired by hornet stingers and mythical aesthetics. Sketched and iteratively refined the design for both visual appeal and functional structure. Modelled the dagger in Tinkercad, focusing on capturing fine, aggressive details. Rendered high-quality visuals using Keyshot for material and lighting realism. Built a physical prototype through 3D printing, using optimized print settings and PLA Pro filament. Applied post-processing techniques including sanding and painting to enhance the final look. Solved challenges related to detailed curvature and print stability through design and material adjustments., 2024-01-01

• InventX Top 3 Gold Winner — Project/Systems Category
  Project: Smart Pet Water Dispenser
  Recognized for developing an innovative smart product with a user-centred and practical design solution.
• Dean's List Award — Second Year, Final Semester
  Awarded in recognition of outstanding academic performance and consistent excellence.
• Outstanding Dissertation Award — GrabFood Reimagined: Redesigning the Food Delivery Experience
  Recognized for research and design focused on reducing decision fatigue, improving food discovery, and creating a more intuitive user experience.