SHAPE
SHAPE is Electrolux group’s design system for cohesive and efficient design and development.
My role
The project spans three different platforms: web, mobile, and appliances and my involvement in SHAPE has allowed me to engage in numerous activities, offering me a unique opportunity to contribute and learn across various aspects of design and engineering.
My efforts have been particularly concentrated on:
- Creating high quality UI components and design assets.
- Reducing complexity and streamlining design processes both for the design system and its audience.
- Providing documentation for different aspects of the system.
- Working closely with developers to ensure the best alignment possible between design and code.
- Enabling trust on the design system.
- Providing an optimal experience for the end user.
UI Design
With mostly focus on native mobile I've been instrumental in creating design libraries and assets, focusing on the visual aspects, interaction and documentation of UI components. Always with an eye on accessibility I've also taken a special interest in creating themes for various brands and modes, ensuring that our design system can adapt to different brand identities while maintaining accessible and consistent experiences.
Design engineering
As a Design Technologist, I've laid the groundwork for automating and optimizing our design processes. This has involved creating the necessary infrastructure and pipelines as Figma plugins to streamline workflows.
My leadership in the design tokens community has been vital in standardizing design decisions and ensuring consistency across our platforms and brands. Token Studio, Figma Variables and Style Dictionary have been vital tools working with design tokens.
As a UI designer is crucial for me to understand as much as possible the technology stack I design for. I'm never afraid of learning a new programming language and jumping into code. With my coding skills I've not only solved desing problems but also facilitated workshops and conversations to help easing technical issues with different profiles of people involved.
Visual Design
To convince others of something, high-quality communication is key. I've utilized my visual design skills to create the brand identity for the design system itself, from the logo and the aesthetics of the documentation site to presentation slides, making the design system recognizable and its communication consistent throughout the organization.
Web Development
Developing the design system portal has been a significant part of my responsibilities. Using the Supernova platform the team have created a central hub for the design system. The portal is connected to different sources of data that keeps the documentation updated through automations abd contributors from different parts of the organization.
Other Activities
Beyond my primary role, I've engaged in additional activities that enrich my professional experience and contribute to the broader community.
2024
I joined the animation workgroup to investigate, explore and define an animation system for the user interfaces in the Electrolux group.
2023
I served as a mentor in the STEM:FEM mentorship program, offering guidance and support to students in the STEM field. Participating in UX design and research, sketching sessions, and roundtable discussions have also been integral to my development and contribution to the field of design.