Hi, I'm Nor (naw). As a Senior Experience Designer, I build design systems and interactive prototypes that make users smile. With a mix of design thinking and front-end code, I create tools that empower people to do their best work.
Designer
I create systems and solve complex problems through design and art.
Short bio
Playful Problem Solver
A Design Journey
I graduated from Northern Illinois University with a degree in Electronic Media. Starting as a web designer during the early days of CSS, I discovered the power of merging creativity with technical systems. My journey into digital products has spanned e-learning, financial tech, dating apps, and enterprise software, leading to my current focus on design systems.
Born in Thailand and raised in a suburb of Chicago, I bring a unique perspective to problem-solving. My childhood nickname ‘Xieng Mieng,’ after a clever Lao folk character, reflects my approach to design – finding creative solutions within constraints. When not designing, I write Lao-inspired children’s books, create comics, and tinker with new tools.
With 20+ years of experience building scalable products, design systems and cross-platform experiences, I combine technical expertise with a user-centered approach. I believe good design should feel both powerful and playful. Let’s create tools that make people’s lives more enjoyable.
