I’m Katharina, a digital product designer with a background in business administration and a passion for creating accessible, user-centered experiences.
Selected Work
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Curiosity
Clarity
Humility
Excellence
These are my core design values I aim for in all of my work. I embrace curiosity and courage to explore the unknown. To me confusion, experimentation, and failure are opportunities for growth. I balance critical thinking with creativity to bring clarity to complex challenges while crafting accessible, visually appealing solutions. Collaboration energizes me, as I believe diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes. Through zooming out on strategy and attention to detail, I strive for excellence in every project – creating designs that are impactful & stand the test of time.
My professional journey began with a dual study program in business administration specializing in industry, where I gained practical experience across multiple departments at BOS headquarters in Germany and its subsidiaries in China and Hungary. This provided me with a solid understanding of corporate structures and workflows.
A career pivot into interaction design opened the door to blending strategic thinking with creativity, leading me to specialize in digital product design. Leveraging my business foundation and visual design expertise, I have cultivated multidisciplinary skills that enable me to craft impactful solutions driven by curiosity, precision, and user empathy.
As a designer, I focus on crafting functional yet visually appealing solutions that empower users and align with broader business goals. I thrive on questioning the status quo, rethinking systems, and designing practical, inclusive, and impactful products.
Outside of work, I’m a globe-trotting Dorfkind and an enthusiastic aerial athlete. Curiosity and adventure are always on my agenda – whether it’s exploring new cultures, pushing my personal training goals to new heights, or learning a language by moving to the respective country. I definitely have a peculiar fondness for the &-symbol & a quirky habit of stressing out a bit on the way to the bus stop, even when there’s plenty of time. These little things keep life interesting & remind me to embrace both the big picture and the details – just like in design.
© Katharina Payr 2025