Ted Kim

 

Statement

Good Morning, my name is Ted Kim. I grew up in Seoul, surrounded by design. My father was an ID professor and from an early age, I crafted my methods of observation. My first design was for my mother, who had physical limitations. When I was 15, I created a hybrid hair dryer/ vacuum that worked for both beauty and utility. I will never forget her smile when I won my first award for design.

I am constantly thinking of ways to create better solutions with everything I touch. Often the most impactful solutions are derived from the smallest detail, the obscure to the mundane and everything in-between. Understanding the smallest details allows me to conceptualize opportunities and craft a better experience. I am passionate about finding solutions that are human-centered and accessible to all. I want to design a better life, create a smile.

  • Contact Ted Kim

    LinkedIn
    thkdesign.net (Update in Progress)

    Experience

    Tandem Product Design
    Intern
    September, 2018 - November, 2018
    Santa Monica, CA

    Korea Institute of Design Promotion
    Student leader
    June 25, 2018 - June 29, 2018
    Seoul, Korea

    Korea Institute of Design Promotion
    Design trend reporter
    June, 2016 - Dec, 2017
    Seoul, Korea

    Lifefix
    Intern
    January, 2016 - April, 2016
    Seoul, Korea

  • Gallery/Exhibit

    Student Gallery
    RC Car
    Knight

    Awards

    Finalist
    Spark Award 2016
    In recognition of Life Tube
    2016

    Best of 3
    Materialica + Technology Award 2016, Munich, Germany
    In recognition of Lumati (Air Audio)
    2016

    Finalist
    Spark Award 2017
    In recognition of Multi Bird
    2017

    Core Strengths

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