qiqi chen
Industrial Design
Academy of Art University
Specialisms: Industrial Design
Location: San Francisco, United States
qiqi chen
First Name: qiqi
Last Name: chen
Specialisms: Industrial Design
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My Location: San Francisco, United States
University / College: Academy of Art University
Course / Program Title: Industrial Design
About
Hey, my name is Qiqi Chen. I'm an industrial designer and a graduate of the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. My design is driven by intuition, form, and the user experience. I enjoy transforming ideas into meaningful experiences through design.
Rather than making a loud statement, I prefer to let the design speak for itself.
ROTA is a reimagined toaster designed to make everyday breakfast faster, simpler, and more intuitive. By rethinking the traditional toaster mechanism and user interaction, ROTA streamlines the process of loading, toasting, and retrieving bread. The design combines a clean, approachable form with a more intuitive operating experience, reducing unnecessary steps in a familiar daily routine.
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Global Creative Graduate Showcase 2026
With over 1 billion people worldwide living with mental health conditions, ROVA is a smart emotional companion designed for everyday use at home. Moving away from complex device setups, ROVA introduces an intuitive “Grip-Sensing” interaction that activates automatically when the user picks it up through thumb detection. Gentle, progressive vibrations and soothing music create a calming multisensory experience, helping users relax and ease feelings of anxiety in the comfort of their own home. By making emotional well-being a simple part of everyday routines, ROVA offers a more natural and accessible way to pause, reconnect, and unwind.
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