← Emirhan Aksu

Portfolio & Selected Works

Product, UX/UI, Space/3D, Interaction Systems, Game Design, and Visual Communication.

Esinti City Bike – Urban Mobility Ecosystem & Product Design

Product - Service • 2021 • Class Project / Urban Prototype

Comprehensive 74-page service blueprint, branding, business model, mobile app, and physical hardware prototype for an ergonomic city bicycle tested across Seoul and the Han River over 3 years.

  • Ergonomic low-step aluminum frame with shock-absorbing suspension geometry
  • Customer Journey Canvas mapping touchpoints across rental, navigation, and return
  • Companion mobile application with IoT lock telemetry and station locator

Tags: Product Design, Service Blueprint, Sketchup, Urban Mobility, Figma

Connectoring – Wearable IoT Rings & Societal Interaction Pins

Product - Service • 2019 • Wearable Computing Studio

Smart wearable interaction concept combining the 'Philosopher's Ring' and 'Connector Pins'. Leverages Bluetooth/GPS telemetry and color-shifting ambient light to facilitate intent-driven communication and secret academic circles.

  • Hardware encryption signal transmitting meeting coordinates to smartphones
  • Ambient mood color taxonomy establishing non-verbal social communication protocols
  • Response gesture classification (approval vs. rejection) for wearable interaction

Tags: Wearables, IoT Interaction, Smart Jewelry, Social Computing

Pollution Tracking & Urban Ecological System Design

Product - Service • 2020 • Ecological System Prototype

Integrated environmental sensor system, ecological mapping, and community air quality monitoring networks in high-density urban corridors.

  • Real-time sensor telemetry and environmental data visualization
  • Participatory citizen science monitoring toolkit
  • Spatial mapping for urban air pollution mitigation

Tags: Urban Ecology, Sensor Systems, Environmental UX, IoT

Katmer Pastry – Frozen Pastry Structural Packaging

Product - Service • 2019 • Product & Packaging Studio

Moisture-locking geometric structural carton and custom die-line packaging for frozen traditional Katmer pastry.

  • Custom structural die-line minimizing material waste
  • Moisture-locking thermal protection geometry
  • Brand graphics and culinary packaging architecture

Tags: Product Design, Packaging, Structural Design, Die-line

17°C Confectionery – Temperature-Preserved Luxury Sliding Box

Product - Service • 2019 • Luxury Packaging Studio

Multi-tier sliding magnetic rigid box packaging designed for temperature-sensitive 17°C luxury chocolate storage with gold-leaf foil stamping.

  • Rigid box multi-tier sliding compartment mechanism
  • Thermal insulation geometry for optimal 17°C chocolate preservation
  • Gold-leaf foil stamping and luxury tactile brand finish

Tags: Luxury Packaging, Rigid Box, Structural Design, Confectionery Design

Cethi – Adaptive Educational Video & Tablet Platform

UX/UI - Web • 2021 • EdTech Startup

UX/UI design for a collaborative classroom tablet application with integrated digital whiteboards and smart notebooks. Pioneered adaptable Left-Hand and Right-Hand interface modes alongside full design system tokens and developer guidelines.

  • Bimodal ergonomic interface adapting for left and right-handed stylus users
  • Interactive digital whiteboard and synchronous classroom canvas
  • Comprehensive Figma design system and component architecture

Tags: EdTech, Figma, Ergonomic UI, Design System, Tablet UX

Hanyang University LMS – Responsive Canvas Theme & Mobile App

UX/UI - Web • 2020 • Hanyang University / Linus.kr

Complete responsive UX/UI theme for Hanyang University's Canvas LMS platform. Built full front-end code with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, dynamic grade analysis charts, and an accompanying native Android application.

  • Responsive multi-device Canvas LMS visual architecture and dashboard
  • Grade analytics visualizer with real-time academic progression metrics
  • Native Android application packaging and server-side deployment

Tags: LMS, Hanyang University, Front-end Development, Android Studio, HTML/CSS/JS

Aqoom – Decentralized Blockchain Q&A Platform Architecture

UX/UI - Web • 2018 • Aqoom.com

User experience and interface design for a specialized blockchain Q&A ecosystem. Developed V1 theme customization for open-source engines and built V2 custom responsive platform for desktop and mobile.

  • Two-tier interface architecture catering to token holders and developers
  • Responsive mobile and web layout deployed across live production servers
  • Custom brand illustration system and information architecture

Tags: Blockchain UX, Front-end Development, Figma, Full Stack MVP

Nidus Platform – Academic R&D Portal & Search Engine

UX/UI - Web • 2020 • Nidus

Nidus Platform Work in Progress UI & Web System.

Tags: Web Design, Platform, UX/UI

Imagine X Lab – Patent Analytics Special Interest Group

UX/UI - Web • 2020 • Hanyang University Imagine X Lab

Patent Analytics Special Interest Group web platform and book resources.

Tags: Web Design, Patent Analytics, Data

Imagine X Lab – Interdisciplinary Research Team Website

UX/UI - Web • 2019 • Hanyang University Imagine X Lab

Imagine X Lab official responsive research portal and special interest groups.

Tags: Web Design, Research Lab, UI Design

Butter.us – Left Hand User UI & Mixed Reality Workspace

UX/UI - Web • 2024 • Butter.us

UI and feature improvements for Butter.us collaborative video platform. Designed a dedicated left-handed tablet UI, real-time video call interaction reactions, animated Face-Tracking avatars, and conceptualized Mixed Reality (MX) Workspace adaptation for spatial computing hardware.

  • Dedicated tablet UI tailored for left-handed digital pen interactions
  • Face-tracking avatar filters and dynamic in-call reaction systems
  • Mixed Reality Workspace (MX Optimization) adaptation model

Tags: Butter.us, UX/UI Design, Figma, Left-Hand UI, Mixed Reality

Patent Citation Network – Force-Directed Cluster Analysis

Data Analysis / Visualization • 2020 • Patent Analytics Research

Large-scale network cluster analysis and author-citation topological map.

Tags: Data Visualization, Network Graph, Gephi, Patent Analysis

Deep Knowledge Topology – Multi-Dimensional Network Graph

Data Analysis / Visualization • 2020 • Data Science Studio

High-density network visualization mapping multi-layered cross-disciplinary collaborations.

Tags: Data Visualization, Topology, Network Analysis

Dynamic Network Simulation – Generative Force-Directed Exploration

Data Analysis / Visualization • 2021 • Generative Data Studio

Animated force-directed graph exploration and dynamic network layout simulation.

Tags: Animation, Data Viz, Network Simulation

Generative Symmetry & Spectral Data Art

Data Analysis / Visualization • 2019 • Creative Coding & Visual Exploration

Generative geometric harmonic algorithm transforming data flows into spectral symmetrical art.

Tags: Generative Art, Creative Coding, Data Art

Visual Data Analysis & Multi-University Transcript

Data Analysis / Visualization • 2021 • Information is Beautiful Awards Showcase

Information visualization analyzing complex multi-university academic trajectories and international patent networks using Gephi, Kumo.io, and D3.js. Received honorable mention for Xiaomi network analysis.

  • Featured on Information is Beautiful Awards showcase
  • Network graph analysis connecting interdisciplinary course credits across 3 countries
  • Patent citation network visualization model for technology forecasting

Tags: Gephi, Data Visualization, Information is Beautiful, Patent Analytics

Unification Pavilion – Kinetic Demarcation & Spatial Balance

Space / 3D • 2018 • Graduation Spatial Project

Architectural and spatial system design exploring kinetic demarcation lines and balanced territorial structures responding to visitor weight distribution.

  • Kinetic floor mechanism reacting to collective spectator weight distribution
  • Physical scale architectural prototyping and SketchUp 3D simulation
  • Territorial demarcation spatial geometry

Tags: Space Design, Architecture, SketchUp, Kinetic Pavilion

Design Ground – Modular Studio Reservation & Wayfinding System

Space / 3D • 2017 • Spatial Systems & Wayfinding

Modular studio layout design with configurable desk zones, pinup partitions, and integrated collaborative workspace reservation system.

  • Modular studio spatial zoning with configurable partitions
  • Integrated collaborative workspace wayfinding
  • Reservation and spatial allocation system

Tags: Spatial Design, Wayfinding, Studio Systems, Modular Architecture

Dance Revolution – Browser Rhythm Game

Game • 2015 • Hongik University Game Studio

Browser rhythm game tracking 4-directional arrow inputs across synchronized BPM audio with combo streak multipliers built in Construct.

  • Custom timed rhythm detection engine in Construct
  • Combo streak multipliers and dynamic score visualizer
  • Cross-platform playable browser deployment

Tags: Game Development, HTML5, Rhythm Game, Construct

Anger of Mexican Fighter – Interactive Branching Video Game

Game • 2015 • Interactive Narrative Studio

Live-action branching decision video game with real-time UI overlays, decision branches, and timed narrative pathways.

  • Branching live-action video decision matrix
  • Real-time timed narrative pathway selection UI
  • Interactive decision cinema architecture

Tags: Interactive Story, Game Design, Branching Video, Vidzor

Hello100 – International Medical Insurance & Assistance

Experience / System Design • 2020 • Digital Transformation Project

End-to-end service system design enhancing mobile insurance with an international travel medical assistance framework. Includes physical passport emergency stickers and QR-coded cards enabling emergency medics to access patient medical history in multiple languages.

  • Emergency medical data pipeline accessible via multilingual QR passport stickers
  • Comprehensive multi-stakeholder service blueprint and journey canvas
  • Touchpoint integration between overseas travelers, emergency responders, and insurers

Tags: Service Design, Digital Transformation, Healthcare UX, System Architecture

E-Commerce Service Blueprint & Multi-Stakeholder Journey Flow

Experience / System Design • 2021 • Service Design Studio

End-to-end service blueprint detailing customer frontstage touchpoints, backstage operations, and system support processes.

Tags: Service Design, Service Blueprint, System Flow

Customer Journey Canvas & Emotional Experience Mapping

Experience / System Design • 2021 • UX Research & Service Design

Systematic customer journey canvas tracking touchpoints, user needs, key moments, and emotional satisfaction curves.

Tags: Journey Mapping, Customer Experience, Service Design

UX Research & Interface Personalization

Experience / System Design • 2024 • Academic & User Experience Research

User experience research methods, usability heuristics, and dynamic interface personalization frameworks evaluated across diverse user groups.

  • Multi-method UX evaluation and systematic mapping framework
  • Qualitative and quantitative usability benchmarks
  • Adaptive interface ergonomics

Tags: UX Research, Heuristics, Usability, Personalization

Photo for a Change – Social Action Platform

Experience / System Design • 2020 • Digital Transformation Project

Social interaction platform focused on collective civic problem solving. Users photograph urban challenges (pollution, accessibility barriers, community aid), assemble collaborative action groups, and track civic impact through gamified badges.

  • Geolocation-based issue mapping with real-time photographic status tracking
  • Gamified community leaderboards, achievement points, and collaborative flash mobs
  • Multicultural community engagement framework

Tags: Social Impact, UX/UI Design, Gamification, Civic Tech

Hongik UX – Field Ethnography & Journey Mapping

Experience / System Design • 2022 • Hongik University Research

Multi-method UX research integrating expert heuristic reviews, quantitative survey validation, co-design workshops, and international tourist ethnographic journey mapping around Hongik University and Mapo-gu.

  • Triangulation combining heuristic audits, SUS metrics, and live stakeholder workshops
  • Field observational studies and shadowing of international tourists in Hongdae
  • Wayfinding and spatial orientation blueprints for cultural and urban contexts

Tags: UX Research, Ethnography, Journey Mapping, Hongik University

Minimal Animal Logo Marks & Geometric Grid Abstractions

Graphics / Illustration • 2019 • Brand Identity Archive

Golden-ratio minimalist animal silhouette abstractions and geometric reduction identity marks.

  • Golden ratio geometric grid vector reductions
  • Negative space animal silhouette brand marks
  • Minimalist identity system guidelines

Tags: Logo Design, Branding, Vector Art, Minimalism

Awarded Poster Designs 2018

Graphics / Illustration • 2018 • Design Competitions

Awarded environmental and conceptual illustration poster designs.

Tags: Poster Design, Illustration, Graphic Design

Kebabbin' – Brand Identity & Pattern Design

Graphics / Illustration • 2019 • Kebabbin' Korea

Brand identity, custom logo typography, and repeating pattern system for Kebabbin'.

Tags: Branding, Logo Design, Pattern Design

Lock N Lol – World Champion Street Dance Crew Emblem

Graphics / Illustration • 2019 • Lock N Lol Dance Crew

Dynamic high-contrast competitive street dance crew emblem, mascot vector badge, and merchandise identity.

  • High-contrast vector choreography badge
  • Dynamic street dance merchandise and badge system
  • Custom vector character glyphs

Tags: Emblem Design, Branding, Vector Art, Street Dance

Letter E – Modular Grid Typographic Identity

Graphics / Illustration • 2019 • Typography & Spatial Lettering

Experimental typographic explorations including modular 'Letter E' monogram systems and negative space letterforms.

  • Modular grid permutations in negative space typography
  • Monogram system and letterform geometry
  • Harmonized display type variants

Tags: Typography, Monogram, Lettering, Experimental Type

Go Dutch – 3D Isometric Geometric Lettering

Graphics / Illustration • 2019 • Typography & Spatial Lettering

Isometric 3D geometric lettering system and spatial typographic compositions exploring architectural depth.

  • Isometric 3D perspective lettering architecture
  • Spatial typographic installations and color theory
  • Geometric vector display typeface

Tags: Isometric Design, 3D Lettering, Typography, Spatial Type

Space to Logo – Architectural Photography Abstraction

Graphics / Illustration • 2015 • Campus Architectural Study

Photographic architectural space abstraction transformed into geometric logo marks and identity applications.

  • Campus spatial photography abstraction methodology
  • Geometric vector logo reduction
  • Physical mockup applications

Tags: Logo Design, Photography Abstraction, Branding, Campus Study

Commemorative Postage Stamps for Hellenic Post (ELTA)

Graphics / Illustration • 2014 • Hellenic Post (ELTA)

Official commemorative postage stamp collection with security micro-filigree, paired with Greek newspaper and tourism brochure designs.

  • Stylized stamp collection featuring animals and flora
  • Security micro-filigree vector detailing
  • Greek newspaper layout and tourism brochure design archive

Tags: Stamp Design, Hellenic Post, Editorial Design, Illustration

SHIPS – Floating Academic Habitats Concept Art Publication

Concept Art / Editorial • 2018 • Self-Published Editorial Book

Conceptual art book envisioning modular floating mobile universities visiting coastal cities with detailed 3D isometric blueprints.

  • Modular floating academic habitat concept drawings
  • Isometric 3D architectural cross-sections
  • High-production print editorial layout

Tags: Concept Art Book, Isometric Design, Editorial Design, Architecture

Personas – Vector Archetype Editorial Publication

Concept Art / Editorial • 2018 • Self-Published Editorial Book

Illustrated design book cataloging human archetypes through stylized vector portraits and bilingual socio-behavioral character studies.

  • Vectorized character stylization system across 24 archetypes
  • Bilingual typography and editorial layout
  • Socio-behavioral visual classification

Tags: Vector Art, Character Design, Editorial Design, Illustration

Shoeburyness – Arduino Physical Computing & Tidal Kinematics

Interaction / Project Mapping / VR-AR • 2018 • Physical Computing Studio

Custom Arduino microcontroller hardware circuits and mechanical actuators modulating kinetic movement from real-time environmental tidal telemetry.

  • Custom Arduino microcontroller sensor circuits
  • Actuator-driven kinematics responding to environmental telemetry
  • Interactive kinetic installation prototyping

Tags: Arduino, Physical Computing, Hardware Interaction, Installation

Modular Spaceship – 3D Projection Mapping & Spatial AR

Interaction / Project Mapping / VR-AR • 2019 • Spatial Media Studio

Real-time MadMapper, Processing, and TouchDesigner shaders projected onto physical polygonal sculptures with augmented reality attempts.

  • Physical polygonal sculpture origami unfolding with Pepakura
  • Real-time MadMapper and TouchDesigner shader projection mapping
  • Spatial augmented reality tracking in Unity and Vuforia

Tags: Projection Mapping, TouchDesigner, MadMapper, Unity, Spatial Media

The Desk – 360 Panoramic VR Space

Photo / Video • 2015 • Immersive Media Studio

Immersive panoramic media project creating an interactive 360-degree VR perspective space with spatial audio.

  • 360-degree spatial spherical camera stitching
  • VR perspective navigation and spatial rotation
  • Spatial sound design synchronized with viewpoint

Tags: 360 Video, VR, Panoramic, Premiere

Angry Box – Interactive Cinema & Narrative Time-Lapse

Photo / Video • 2015 • Experimental Video Studio

Experimental video and narrative time-lapse installation with interactive decision prompts and kinetic pacing.

  • Interactive video editing and kinetic timing
  • Narrative pacing and multi-angle camera compositing
  • Decision-driven visual sequences

Tags: Video Production, Interactive Cinema, Premiere

Traditional Pavilion Storytelling – Cultural Performance Photography

Photo / Video • 2017 • Cultural Heritage Documentation

Cultural performance and traditional architectural pavilion photography archive.

Tags: Photography, Cultural Heritage, Documentary

Anatolian Shepherd & Pastoral Landscape – Environmental Portrait

Photo / Video • 2016 • Documentary Photography Archive

Environmental documentary portrait and rural pastoral photography study.

Tags: Photography, Portrait, Documentary