Navigating systemic complexity
A chronological reflection on my transition from health sciences to industrial design at TU/e, developing a value-sensitive approach to technology.
Bridging health and design
Clinical perspective
Industrial integration
Systemic friction
Starting in Health Sciences, I analyzed systemic healthcare challenges, realizing that clinical tools often neglect the lived human experience of patients.
Entering the TU/e Industrial Design pre-master, I merged clinical insights with physical prototyping, learning to translate user vulnerabilities into tangible interfaces.
My early master projects and electives focused on ethical friction, preparing me to address cognitive decline through value-sensitive system behavior.
Designing warm intelligence
My Final Master Project addresses dementia through the Aumens Compass. Rather than demanding adaptation, this system translates cognitive uncertainty into proportional, dignity-first navigation support.
By introducing the Adaptive Support Framework, the design maps user values against technical feasibility, ensuring technology holds space for autonomy when confidence wavers.
The hybrid trajectory
Continuous development
Responsible AI & strategy
My focus lies at the intersection of manufacturability and ethical AI, ensuring complex algorithms remain subordinate to human dignity and social connectedness.
I am continuing my role with Aumens, expanding our product strategy, care implementation frameworks, and financial models to scale compassionate healthcare technology.