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 and 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 and remind me to embrace both the big picture and the details – just like in design.
© Katharina Payr 2025