Strategic Designer

Bridging Business Strategy
and Design Innovation

Hi! I'm Nirkhunan Kuppuram, a strategic designer using human experiences → insight driven solutions

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Strategy Product Design Research

dataMKT

Redefining the personal data economy by empowering consumers with granular control and monetization opportunities.

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Brand Strategy Visual Identity Website

The Polis Project

Brand strategy and visual identity to expand a cult-favorite digital newsroom's reach and influence into mainstream reporting.

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Brand Strategy Visual Identity Website

Suzy Q

Disrupting a saturated F&B market by creating a polarizing, character-driven brand identity.

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UX/UI Strategy Design System

Foodle

Uniting adventurous food enthusiasts via shared dining adventures through intuitive swipe-based matching.

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Data Visualization System Thinking Interaction

Skills & Projects Matcher

Interactive visualization of how design capabilities compound across real-world projects, making hidden work visible.

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UX Strategy Interaction Design Enterprise Knowledge Integration

NYC Tour AI Chatbot

Designing a conversational experience that reduces decision friction for travel planning.

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About

Education MS, Strategic Design & Management
Parsons School of Design, NYC B. Des, Fashion Communication
National Institute of Fashion Technology, Bangalore, India
Experience Design Strategist - The Polis Project Project Manager (Strategy) - Mission With A Vision Research and Business Strategist - Listening Lab Design Strategist - Brave New World Visual and Experience Designer - SECOND: Design + Media Junior Visual Designer - OPN Advertising Visual Designer and Strategist - Prasun Mazumdar Design
Location New York, NY
Status Available for Opportunities
Nirkhunan Kuppuram

I am a strategic designer who brings strategies, products, and brands to life by placing people at the heart of every decision. Through human-centered design, I create meaningful experiences that resonate deeply with the communities they serve. I embrace technological innovation to push boundaries and explore new possibilities, ensuring that every solution is both forward-thinking and relevant. My approach is rooted in critical problem-solving—I dig deep to understand challenges, uncover opportunities, craft thoughtful solutions that drive real impact.

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