Hi! I’m Merve, a UI/UX designer with over a decade of experience in interior design. My background in interior design gives me a unique understanding of user interactions, enabling me to create designs that are both aesthetically pleasing and functional. My graphic design experience further enhances my ability to illustrate for apps and ensures a keen attention to detail.I completed the CareerFoundry UI Design course, where I honed my skills in app concept development, wireframing, and prototyping. I’m passionate about improving user experiences and thrive on turning complex problems into intuitive solutions.Key skills and accomplishments:• User research and analysis• User flows and user stories• Information architecture• Wireframing• Prototyping• Usability testing• Design systems• Visual design• Interaction design• Illustration• Animation• Logo design• Style guide creation• Figma• HTML/CSSFeel free to check out my portfolio at mervetekinay.com or contact me via LinkedIn or at mervetekinay@gmail.com.
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Product DesignerSip N BiteBerlin, De -
ResearcherTechnische Universität Berlin Oct 2023 - May 2024Berlin, GermanyConducting Quantitative and Qualitative Research: Utilizing various methodologies, contributing to proposals, and engaging in international collaborations. -
Ux/Ui Research & Design ExpertContextual Solutions Jun 2023 - May 2024Berlin, Germany -
Freelancer Senior Interior Designer - Project: Neko Sushi & More Sustainable RestaurantSelf-Employed Apr 2022 - Aug 2022o Embraced a sustainable approach in the relocation and redesign of the restaurant.o Reused existing furniture through repairs and renovations, minimizing waste.
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Freelancer Senior Interior Designer - Project: Sustainable Urban UnitSelf-Employed Nov 2021 - Jan 2022o Conducted market research to identify opportunities for improvement in material supply and sustainability.o Worked closely with engineers to overcome technical challenges and ensure product functionality.
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FounderSüje Interior Architecture & Design Studio Jul 2020 - Sep 2021o Managed the projects during the construction phase, making regular site visits to oversee progress.o Aligned with stakeholders, engineers, and contractors to address any issues or challenges that arose during the project.o Actively collaborated with the construction team to solve problems and ensure smooth implementation.
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Senior Interior DesignerCare Architecture May 2017 - Jul 2020Izmir, Turkeyo Adopted numerous AUM's (Franchise Bakery Shop) concepts to new bakery shops, ensuring consistency and brand identity across multiple locations by supporting technical drawings, creating moodboards and 3D drawings for customers and by supporting the construction site during the project till the end.o Applied various Coffeemania concepts to new coffee shops, maintaining the brand's aesthetic and customer experience standards by supporting technical drawings, creating moodboards and 3D drawings for customers and by supporting the construction site during the project till the end.o Redesigned Coffeemania for Caspian Mall in Baku, Azerbaijan, enhancing the overall brand presence and customer experience.o Implemented the redesigned concept by creating detailed technical drawings and collaborating with the mall's technical team, including architects and engineers.o Managed the implementation process, overseeing the construction and installation of the redesigned Coffeemania in Caspian Mall.
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Research AssistantMsgsu Mar 2016 - Jul 2019Kiel - Istanbul - İzmiro Conducted research at Der Spiegel in Hamburg for my thesis.o Explored the relationship between corporate identity and design in spatial contexts.o Investigated the interaction between identity and design, with a focus on Panton's contributions.o Wrote a thesis titled "Corporate Identity as a Symbolic Tool in Space Design, Case Study: Der Spiegel" with a length of approximately 200 pages.
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Interior Architect & DesignerDesignist Aug 2014 - Jul 2015o Worked as an interior designer at Designist, an interior design company.o Collaborated with the Titanic Hotel team to adapt their designs to detailed technical drawings. -
University LecturerFreelance Nov 2013 - Sep 2014Istanbul, TurkeyI have provided private lessons to the university students to support them in technical drawing, 3D modelling, perspective and architectural projects.
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Interior ArchitectM-Ofis Architects Jun 2013 - Nov 2013o Worked as an interior designer at M-Ofis Architects, an architectural firm.o Incorporated necessary architectural and engineering elements into the technical drawings, ensuring functionality and compliance with regulations.o Worked closely with the project team, including architects and engineers, to address technical challenges and find innovative solutions. -
Interior DesignerOfist Jan 2013 - Jun 2013Istanbul, Turkeyo Collaborated with Deniz Bank's architecture team in the design and implementation of one of Deniz Bank's management rooms located in Ankara.o Created conceptual designs and translated them into detailed technical drawings for the management room.o Worked collaboratively with the architecture team to ensure the design aligned with the bank's brand identity and functional needs. -
Interior DesignerArtmim Apr 2012 - Sep 2012Istanbul, Turkeyo Worked as an assistant to the construction manager at Artmim for the prestigious Shangri La Hotel project in Istanbul. -
Interior DesignerHaliç Yapı Mar 2011 - Jan 2012Office design, implementation drawings, moodboards and 3D modeling. -
Interior Architecture & Environmental DesignBahcesehir University Sep 2006 - Jun 2011
Merve Tekinay Uçkun Education Details
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Muthesius KunsthochschuleMaster Of Arts (M.A.) -
Ui Design -
Interior Architecture And Environmental Design -
İzmir Özel Türk Koleji
Frequently Asked Questions about Merve Tekinay Uçkun
What company does Merve Tekinay Uçkun work for?
Merve Tekinay Uçkun works for Sip N Bite
What is Merve Tekinay Uçkun's role at the current company?
Merve Tekinay Uçkun's current role is Product Designer.
What schools did Merve Tekinay Uçkun attend?
Merve Tekinay Uçkun attended Mimar Sinan Güzel Sanatlar Üniversitesi, Muthesius Kunsthochschule, Careerfoundry, Bahcesehir University, İzmir Özel Türk Koleji.
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