About
I’m a design engineer based in Hawai’i, focused on building everyday products that feel calm and intuitive. I care deeply about craft and believe great software should feel invisible; getting out of your way so you can focus on what matters. Currently building Mizen
and growing the local design community
in Hawai’i.
I grew up in Hawai’i, surrounded by diverse cultures. This background taught me to value empathy, community, and restraint. That perspective continues to influence my approach to design, fostering care and curiosity for the people I’m designing for.
I first stepped into design through esports and brand marketing at the University of Hawaiʻi Esports
, then continued growing at Servco
. Those early experiences taught me how to move fast, collaborate across teams, and communicate with clarity.
Today, I use that foundation to design thoughtful software and brands in and for Hawai’i, where thoughtful craft is still rare but deeply needed.
Work
Building a Studio
Indie games have always inspired me. Small teams pour their craft into every detail with whatever they have. That energy is what drives Negi
, the design studio I co-founded with Michelle
. Follow the journey here.