Projects

Active Aging in Hong Kong

We worked with the J.C. Design Institute for Social Innovation to develop a deep understanding of what it's like to age in Hong Kong. Engaging several departments, we aimed to build a sense of ownership for future concept development.

Skills

Develop an understanding of aging in Hong Kong

Active Aging in Hong Kong

Research, Client Engagement
We worked with the J.C. Design Institute for Social Innovation to develop a deep understanding of what it's like to age in Hong Kong. Engaging several departments, we aimed to build a sense of ownership for future concept development.

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bellwether

Digital Concept Design, Video Production
bellwether is a digital platform that connects you with the people you trust the most for recommendations. The system works with local businesses to offer tangible rewards for bellwethers who drive more foot traffic.

eyecatcher

Service Design, Research
eyecatcher reconnects you with those things you wish you would've bought on your trips. We created this service by implementing eight different research methods, which led to a service that benefits travelers, locals and small businesses.

BarnRaise

Concept Design and Execution
BarnRaise is IIT Institute of Design's maker-conference where participants partner with design firms and local organizations to address social problems impacting Chicago. I led the support team and influenced programming and team structure.

Community Retail

Research Strategy, Concept Design
Our team worked with Godrej & Boyce to create community retail experiences. We implemented quick research and analysis processes while teaching methods to Godrej team members to define design principles and initial concepts.

Hi, I'm Bryan. My curiosity about human behavior drives my passion for design research. I take what I see, find patterns, and make meaning from them...ultimately leading to better solutions for people. Here's some work that shows the breadth of what I can do.

Projects

Skills

Develop an understanding of aging in Hong Kong

Active Aging in Hong Kong

Get recommendations from the people you trust

bellwether

Help travelers relive their trips

eyecatcher

Transform the conference experience

BarnRaise

Design new community retail experiences

Community Retail

Hi, I'm Bryan. My curiosity about human behavior drives my passion for design research. I take what I see, find patterns, and make meaning from them...ultimately leading to better solutions for people. Here's some work that shows the breadth of what I can do.

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bspence@id.iit.edu

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