👋 Hi, I’m Gia
Between culture and code, I trace stories that deserve to be felt.

I’m a designer who starts with concepts that matter—often born from overlooked cultures, quiet rituals, or “strange” perspectives others might miss. I believe good design doesn’t just solve problems—it warms, connects, and respects the people it touches.

I specialize in XR, UX/UI, and interaction design, using tools like Unity, AI, and Adobe Suite to build experiences that blend technology with empathy. My work often explores how digital space can carry human temperature, especially in cultural storytelling and participatory experiences.

About  Me
XR PROJECT


  1. MISINTERPRETATION TO RITUAL: RETHINKING TEA CULTURE
  2. SOCIAL CLOCK 
  3. THE LAST HARPOONER
  4. GIFT

UX PROJECT

  1. TEA VILLAGES AND TREASURES
  2. Nüshu  
  3. COLOR LAB
  4. VITA-ENERGY


Others

     1. WHO DREAMS WHOM
     2. TEA BRAND DESIGN
  

       


Phone: 510-662-2330
Email: gia0105gia@gmail.com 

About Me

Hi, I’m Gia (Yixuan Xie) — a designer who moves between culture and code, tracing stories that deserve to be felt.

Rooted in empathy and curiosity, I specialize in designing experiences that care. I’m drawn to the overlooked: the rituals of daily life, the quiet resilience of tea farmers, the hidden emotions behind “misused” tools. I believe good design doesn’t just solve problems — it warms, questions, and connects.

My work blends interaction, XR, and speculative design with a strong sense of humanity. I enjoy turning unconventional perspectives into meaningful narratives, often using Unity, Adobe Creative Suite, and AI tools to build immersive digital worlds. I see design as a way to translate invisible emotions into tangible experiences.

Let’s rethink the ordinary, together.

Download my CV here