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juliana Serna Mesa
design & technology MFA

Parsons School of Design

Graduates: 2023

Specialisms: Design and Technology / Product Design / Industrial Design

My location: New York, United States

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Parsons School of Design

juliana Serna Mesa

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First Name: juliana

Last Name: Serna Mesa

University / College: Parsons School of Design

Course / Program: design & technology MFA

Graduates: 2023

Specialisms: Design and Technology / Product Design / Industrial Design

My Location: New York, United States

About

Juliana is a Colombian designer based in NYC currently pursuing an MFA in Design & Technology at Parsons School of Design; her work ranges from physical objects to digital experiences over user interfaces. She graduated with a B.S. in Industrial Design, along with a Product Design degree, from NABA in Milano. Her interests focus on the realms of tech, user experience, haptics, and speculative design; With a particular emphasis on promoting well-being, providing care, leveraging product affordances, harnessing ambient computing technologies, and fostering human interaction.

BRUTAL is a concrete lighting exploration inspired by the principles of Brutalist Architecture. The project showcases a collection of geometric blocks made of polished concrete and Arduino sensors, seamlessly arranged in various configurations to generate light and create a unique ambiance experience while complementing the existing living space.