Andrew Arquines
Multi-Disciplinary Designer // Adventurer // Ninja
Exploring the Intersection of Martial Arts, UX Design, and Global Adventures
🚀 My journey into the world of UX/UI began when I owned a Martial Arts studio and I found myself drawn to the user-centered design principles needed to create amazing customer experiences.
Since then, I've consulted with a variety of emerging SaaS companies 🖌️ like SKILLZ, MyStudio, Spark, BudoCode, Market Muscles, and more… It's fascinating how these two seemingly different worlds intersect, sharing commonalities that ignite my passion. Both revolving around helping people achieve their goals.
Beyond my 🥋 martial arts and design endeavors, I am an avid traveler. 🌍 Exploring new countries provides me with endless inspiration from their vibrant cultures, diverse cuisines, and incredible people. Immerse me in a cityscape, and I'll uncover hidden gems, savoring the unique flavors and rhythms that each place offers. On the other hand, I find solace and rejuvenation in nature 🌿, venturing into unknown landscapes, hiking, and marveling at the beauty that surrounds us.
So, let's embark on a journey together—a fusion of martial arts and design principles, sprinkled with inspiration from global adventures. Together, we'll reach new , break boundaries, and create remarkable experiences that leave an indelible impact. 🌟
Since then, I've consulted with a variety of emerging SaaS companies 🖌️ like SKILLZ, MyStudio, Spark, BudoCode, Market Muscles, and more… It's fascinating how these two seemingly different worlds intersect, sharing commonalities that ignite my passion. Both revolving around helping people achieve their goals.
Beyond my 🥋 martial arts and design endeavors, I am an avid traveler. 🌍 Exploring new countries provides me with endless inspiration from their vibrant cultures, diverse cuisines, and incredible people. Immerse me in a cityscape, and I'll uncover hidden gems, savoring the unique flavors and rhythms that each place offers. On the other hand, I find solace and rejuvenation in nature 🌿, venturing into unknown landscapes, hiking, and marveling at the beauty that surrounds us.
So, let's embark on a journey together—a fusion of martial arts and design principles, sprinkled with inspiration from global adventures. Together, we'll reach new , break boundaries, and create remarkable experiences that leave an indelible impact. 🌟
My Mantra
What is the purpose? Does it accomplish that purpose well? Is there a better way to accomplish that purpose?
01
Research
My process involves defining goals, conducting user research, and analyzing data to inform iterative design improvements.
- Define research goals and objectives
- Conduct user research & Gather data
- Analyze findings + iterate usability and functionality
02
Design
With this data, I translate user insights into actionable design decisions, prioritizing features, and creating visual representations to shape the final product
- Prioritize design scope and features
- Generate design concepts based on user insights
- Create wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes
03
Testing
This phase allows me to validate and refine the design through real user feedback, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring an optimal user experience
- Conduct usability tests to gather feedback
- Analyze user behavior and interactions to identify blockers
- Identify usability issues, cognitive load, and potential barriers
04
Iteration
I use the valuable insights from user testing to refine and enhance the design, ensuring it aligns with user needs and expectations.
- Identify areas for improvement in the design
- Implement iterative changes to optimize the user experience
- Conduct additional rounds of testing to validate the effectiveness