katey deeny

interaction design, ux research

Multidisciplinary Design Center

This thesis project represents the culmination of my Master of Fine Arts work. My objective was to design a built environment that encouraged interaction between design scholars from multiple disciplines. The design was based on qualitative user research.

thesis lounge

View details, diagrams, and process drawings after the jump.

Coastal Georgia Comprehensive Center

The goal of this project was to renovate an existing school with a specific scope of work awarded under a grant. The school’s population is children 4-20 years old, with varying degrees of developmental and behavioral disabilities.

coastal georgia

Elemental Dividers

metal

interaction design
ux research
architectural design
product design
print design

about katey

Master of Science
Human-Centered Design & Engineering
University of Washington. March, 2011

Master of Fine Arts
Savannah College of Art and Design, 2005.

I am a designer and researcher focused on creating holistic experiences at a variety of scales that traverse multiple touch points. My work includes solutions for web, software, mobile, consumer products, way-finding, built environment, and service design.

I have demonstrated skills in user-centered design and research, a wide variety of 2D and 3D computer graphics applications, effective visual and written communication, project management, education, and facilitating collaboration.

My professional experience is complemented by advanced academic work in traditional design craft, user research, and cognitive psychology. Having earned MFA and MS degrees, I teach design at both the undergraduate and graduate level.

katey deeny

interaction design, ux research

Multidisciplinary Design Center

Coastal Georgia Comprehensive Center

Interior Space Dividers

Elemental Dividers