Yidan Zhang

Statement

Hey everyone. My name is Yidan Zhang. My parents were involved in graphic design and mechanical engineering and helped to pave my way to product design. After receiving my degree from Beijing University of Technology. I came to ArtCenter.

I love working with a variety of products. Everything from future communication tools to an interactive experience center, I design experiences and products that are for real people. A start with a feeling or a small detail and immerse myself in the world of possibilities. From there I jump into the mock-up process, testing the feasibility and the overall experience. The result should be emotional and visually pleasing. I never get tired of creating happy experiences for people, sometimes I just want them to feel like a kid again.

  • Contact Yidan Zhang

    yidan-zhang.com
    LinkedIn

    Experience

    Noto GmbH
    Product Design Intern
    09.2018 - 04.2019
    Hürth, Germany

    Kohler Co.
    Industrial Design Intern
    09.2017 - 04.2018
    Kohler, WI, USA

    HP Hewlett-Packard
    Student Designer
    01.2017 - 04.2017
    Pasadena, CA

    Artcenter College of Design
    Teaching Assistant
    09.2016 - 12.2016
    Pasadena, CA

    Education

    Beijing University of Technology
    Beijing, China
    Bachelor of Engineer, 2011-2015,

  • Gallery/Exhibit

    Student Gallery
    Solo / Daybed, 2017
    Dogo / Rental kennel system, 2017

    Awards

    Bronze, IDA Design Awards
    HP sponsored project, 2018
    In recognition of Knoq / Future Remote Communication Tool

    Semifinalist, Adobe Design Achievement Awards
    HP sponsored project, 2018
    In recognition of Knoq / Future Remote Communication Tool

    Provost's List
    ArtCenter College of Design Provost’s List (3.875 GPA) 2016