Hi, I am Karsten, a UX/UI designer from Munich -
and this is
a portfolio
You are probably not interested in me, but in how you can build a better product or service. This is not a portfolio but a story of how I might help you achieve this.
Recognize any of these problems?
No clarity on user behaviour
Ever felt like you're completely in the dark about user preferences? Sometimes, uncovering their desires can feel like a guessing game.
Endless Feedbackloops
Feedback really matters, but sometimes it feels like we are playing ping pong without getting forward.
Conflicts between design and dev
Designers and devs are very different species of humans. It can be hard to reconcile the interests of both sides.
Your product is great, the way it looks isn’t
You know that your product is fantastic - but somehow, the design just isn't quite hitting the mark.
Overcoming
these challenges
exceptional experiences
can be created
Liked what you saw?
This is how it’s done
Liked what you saw?
This is how it’s done
Liked what you saw?
This is how it’s done
6. Handover and Release
The sooner the release, the quicker we can respond to user feedback. Through continuous iteration, we will steadily improve the design. You decide how many loops you want to do with me.
6. Handover and Release
The sooner the release, the quicker we can respond to user feedback. Through continuous iteration, we will steadily improve the design. You decide how many loops you want to do with me.
5. Execute and Refine
With the foundations set, the mental work is done. Moving forward, it is just a matter of diligently working through all details. To fully immerse myself, I will lock myself up and retreat into my focus tunnel.
5. Execute and Refine
With the foundations set, the mental work is done. Moving forward, it is just a matter of diligently working through all details. To fully immerse myself, I will lock myself up and retreat into my focus tunnel.
4. Systematic base
With a clear understanding of all user needs we can make decisions about the foundations of the design system. We will define layouts, components, and styles using a systematic and scalable approach.
4. Systematic base
With a clear understanding of all user needs we can make decisions about the foundations of the design system. We will define layouts, components, and styles using a systematic and scalable approach.
1. Analysis
In most cases, we will not start completely new from scratch. It is essential to closely examine what has worked so far and what has not. The more data we have available, the better.
1. Analysis
In most cases, we will not start completely new from scratch. It is essential to closely examine what has worked so far and what has not. The more data we have available, the better.
2. Rapid Prototyping
I like to build things fast. Let's not care about all the tiny weeny details at this point and instead focus on creating a prototype to test our new ideas.
2. Rapid Prototyping
I like to build things fast. Let's not care about all the tiny weeny details at this point and instead focus on creating a prototype to test our new ideas.
3. Testing
Let's take our assumptions out of the ivory tower and expose them to the chaos of real users' feedback. Adjustments will be needed - but that is okay. That is why we invested minimal time in the initial design.
3. Testing
Let's take our assumptions out of the ivory tower and expose them to the chaos of real users' feedback. Adjustments will be needed - but that is okay. That is why we invested minimal time in the initial design.
Digital
are not
but
products
static machines
living organisms
Digital
are not
but
products
static machines
living organisms
Digital
are not
but
products
static machines
living organisms
Werner
Insurance and Financial Investment Expert
"As a salesperson, I'm not the most visually inclined guy. That's where Karsten helps me to turn my ideas into compelling designs. He has been a valuable employee of my company for many years. I consider him not only as an exceptional designer but also as a trusted friend. I still hire him as a freelancer and look forward to more exciting projects!"
Fredi
PhD Finance, Fintech Founder, Alternative Lending Expert, Business Angel
"Endlich mal ein Designer, der FinTech versteht! Ich war auf der Suche nach einem Partner, der mir hilft, die komplexe Technologie hinter unserem Produkt visuell ansprechend und einfach verständlich darzustellen. Karsten hat genau das geleistet. Dank seiner Branchenkenntnis konnte er sich schnell in unsere Thematik einarbeiten und wir hoffen, dass er uns noch lange zur Seite steht."
Andi
Managing director of a financial consultancy
"Karsten not only helped me professionalise my web presence but also gave the brand of my newly founded company its personality. He has become an always welcome guest in our office. But I don't want to recommend him because I'm afraid he'll have less time for me then."
Jan
Experienced developer and PhD Researcher in IT
"I hired Karsten to design a web application. His pointed questions helped my client articulate their design preferences. Thanks to his straightforward explanations and systematic approach, we swiftly reached a great result. If this were eBay, I'd give him a solid 5 out of 5 stars."
Alex & Jessi
Founder of a digital agency, experts in UX for B2B
"We have regularly hired Karsten as a freelancer for the last 5 years. For us as agency owners, it is very valuable to have someone we can completely trust to work on client projects from start to finish."
Patrick
Financial advisor and founder of a platform for financial education
"I worked Karsten on several projects. Recently, he helped elaborate the brand for our financial education platform. I particularly like that he doesn't see his work as being done with pretty designs, but tries to understand the business model. This is very valuable in a field that needs lots of explanation, like the financial industry."
Timo
Founder and developer specialised in web and frontend
"Before I worked with Karsten, I thought all designers worked in a chaotic and inconsistent way. He has become the "favourite designer" for me and also for other devsI know. He understands the challenges programmers have and involves me in the design process right from the beginning to avoid potential problems."
Your story?
Anja
Senior consultant at a financial consultancy and founder of a service for improving people skills
"Karsten not only designed a unique, modern and beautiful website for us, but also supported us with his IT and marketing know-how to offer our services digitally and distribute them online. We would definitely recommend him to other companies."
Werner
Insurance and Financial Investment Expert
"As a salesperson, I'm not the most visually inclined guy. That's where Karsten helps me to turn my ideas into compelling designs. He has been a valuable employee of my company for many years. I consider him not only as an exceptional designer but also as a trusted friend. I still hire him as a freelancer and look forward to more exciting projects!"
Fredi
PhD Finance, Fintech Founder, Alternative Lending Expert, Business Angel
"Endlich mal ein Designer, der FinTech versteht! Ich war auf der Suche nach einem Partner, der mir hilft, die komplexe Technologie hinter unserem Produkt visuell ansprechend und einfach verständlich darzustellen. Karsten hat genau das geleistet. Dank seiner Branchenkenntnis konnte er sich schnell in unsere Thematik einarbeiten und wir hoffen, dass er uns noch lange zur Seite steht."
Andi
Managing director of a financial consultancy
"Karsten not only helped me professionalise my web presence but also gave the brand of my newly founded company its personality. He has become an always welcome guest in our office. But I don't want to recommend him because I'm afraid he'll have less time for me then."
Jan
Experienced developer and PhD Researcher in IT
"I hired Karsten to design a web application. His pointed questions helped my client articulate their design preferences. Thanks to his straightforward explanations and systematic approach, we swiftly reached a great result. If this were eBay, I'd give him a solid 5 out of 5 stars."
Alex & Jessi
Founder of a digital agency, experts in UX for B2B
"We have regularly hired Karsten as a freelancer for the last 5 years. For us as agency owners, it is very valuable to have someone we can completely trust to work on client projects from start to finish."
Patrick
Financial advisor and founder of a platform for financial education
"I worked Karsten on several projects. Recently, he helped elaborate the brand for our financial education platform. I particularly like that he doesn't see his work as being done with pretty designs, but tries to understand the business model. This is very valuable in a field that needs lots of explanation, like the financial industry."
Timo
Founder and developer specialised in web and frontend
"Before I worked with Karsten, I thought all designers worked in a chaotic and inconsistent way. He has become the "favourite designer" for me and also for other devsI know. He understands the challenges programmers have and involves me in the design process right from the beginning to avoid potential problems."
Your story?
Anja
Senior consultant at a financial consultancy and founder of a service for improving people skills
"Karsten not only designed a unique, modern and beautiful website for us, but also supported us with his IT and marketing know-how to offer our services digitally and distribute them online. We would definitely recommend him to other companies."
Werner
Insurance and Financial Investment Expert
"As a salesperson, I'm not the most visually inclined guy. That's where Karsten helps me to turn my ideas into compelling designs. He has been a valuable employee of my company for many years. I consider him not only as an exceptional designer but also as a trusted friend. I still hire him as a freelancer and look forward to more exciting projects!"
Fredi
PhD Finance, Fintech Founder, Alternative Lending Expert, Business Angel
"Endlich mal ein Designer, der FinTech versteht! Ich war auf der Suche nach einem Partner, der mir hilft, die komplexe Technologie hinter unserem Produkt visuell ansprechend und einfach verständlich darzustellen. Karsten hat genau das geleistet. Dank seiner Branchenkenntnis konnte er sich schnell in unsere Thematik einarbeiten und wir hoffen, dass er uns noch lange zur Seite steht."
Andi
Managing director of a financial consultancy
"Karsten not only helped me professionalise my web presence but also gave the brand of my newly founded company its personality. He has become an always welcome guest in our office. But I don't want to recommend him because I'm afraid he'll have less time for me then."
Jan
Experienced developer and PhD Researcher in IT
"I hired Karsten to design a web application. His pointed questions helped my client articulate their design preferences. Thanks to his straightforward explanations and systematic approach, we swiftly reached a great result. If this were eBay, I'd give him a solid 5 out of 5 stars."
Alex & Jessi
Founder of a digital agency, experts in UX for B2B
"We have regularly hired Karsten as a freelancer for the last 5 years. For us as agency owners, it is very valuable to have someone we can completely trust to work on client projects from start to finish."
Patrick
Financial advisor and founder of a platform for financial education
"I worked Karsten on several projects. Recently, he helped elaborate the brand for our financial education platform. I particularly like that he doesn't see his work as being done with pretty designs, but tries to understand the business model. This is very valuable in a field that needs lots of explanation, like the financial industry."
Timo
Founder and developer specialised in web and frontend
"Before I worked with Karsten, I thought all designers worked in a chaotic and inconsistent way. He has become the "favourite designer" for me and also for other devsI know. He understands the challenges programmers have and involves me in the design process right from the beginning to avoid potential problems."
Your story?
Anja
Senior consultant at a financial consultancy and founder of a service for improving people skills
"Karsten not only designed a unique, modern and beautiful website for us, but also supported us with his IT and marketing know-how to offer our services digitally and distribute them online. We would definitely recommend him to other companies."
Werner
Insurance and Financial Investment Expert
"As a salesperson, I'm not the most visually inclined guy. That's where Karsten helps me to turn my ideas into compelling designs. He has been a valuable employee of my company for many years. I consider him not only as an exceptional designer but also as a trusted friend. I still hire him as a freelancer and look forward to more exciting projects!"
Fredi
PhD Finance, Fintech Founder, Alternative Lending Expert, Business Angel
"Endlich mal ein Designer, der FinTech versteht! Ich war auf der Suche nach einem Partner, der mir hilft, die komplexe Technologie hinter unserem Produkt visuell ansprechend und einfach verständlich darzustellen. Karsten hat genau das geleistet. Dank seiner Branchenkenntnis konnte er sich schnell in unsere Thematik einarbeiten und wir hoffen, dass er uns noch lange zur Seite steht."
Andi
Managing director of a financial consultancy
"Karsten not only helped me professionalise my web presence but also gave the brand of my newly founded company its personality. He has become an always welcome guest in our office. But I don't want to recommend him because I'm afraid he'll have less time for me then."
Jan
Experienced developer and PhD Researcher in IT
"I hired Karsten to design a web application. His pointed questions helped my client articulate their design preferences. Thanks to his straightforward explanations and systematic approach, we swiftly reached a great result. If this were eBay, I'd give him a solid 5 out of 5 stars."
Alex & Jessi
Founder of a digital agency, experts in UX for B2B
"We have regularly hired Karsten as a freelancer for the last 5 years. For us as agency owners, it is very valuable to have someone we can completely trust to work on client projects from start to finish."
Patrick
Financial advisor and founder of a platform for financial education
"I worked Karsten on several projects. Recently, he helped elaborate the brand for our financial education platform. I particularly like that he doesn't see his work as being done with pretty designs, but tries to understand the business model. This is very valuable in a field that needs lots of explanation, like the financial industry."
Timo
Founder and developer specialised in web and frontend
"Before I worked with Karsten, I thought all designers worked in a chaotic and inconsistent way. He has become the "favourite designer" for me and also for other devsI know. He understands the challenges programmers have and involves me in the design process right from the beginning to avoid potential problems."
Your story?
Anja
Senior consultant at a financial consultancy and founder of a service for improving people skills
"Karsten not only designed a unique, modern and beautiful website for us, but also supported us with his IT and marketing know-how to offer our services digitally and distribute them online. We would definitely recommend him to other companies."
Andreas
Managing director of a financial consultancy
"Karsten not only helped me professionalise my web presence but also gave the brand of my newly founded company its personality. He has become an always welcome guest in our office. But I don't want to recommend him because I'm afraid he'll have less time for me then."
Jan
Experienced developer and PhD Researcher in IT
"I hired Karsten to design a web application. His pointed questions helped my client articulate their design preferences. Thanks to his straightforward explanations and systematic approach, we swiftly reached a great result. If this were eBay, I'd give him a solid 5 out of 5 stars."
Alex & Jessi
Founder of a digital agency, experts in UX for B2B
"We have regularly hired Karsten as a freelancer for the last 5 years. For us as agency owners, it is very valuable to have someone we can completely trust to work on client projects from start to finish."
Patrick
Financial advisor and founder of a platform for financial education
"I worked Karsten on several projects. Recently, he helped elaborate the brand for our financial education platform. I particularly like that he doesn't see his work as being done with pretty designs, but tries to understand the business model. This is very valuable in a field that needs lots of explanation, like the financial industry."
Timo
Founder and developer specialised in web and frontend
"Before I worked with Karsten, I thought all designers worked in a chaotic and inconsistent way. He has become the "favourite designer" for me and also for other devsI know. He understands the challenges programmers have and involves me in the design process right from the beginning to avoid potential problems."
Your story?
Fredi
PhD Finance, Fintech Founder, Alternative Lending Expert, Business Angel
"Finally, a designer who understands FinTech! I was looking for a partner to help me present the complex technology behind our product in a visually appealing and easy to understand way. Thanks to his knowledge of the industry, Karsten was able to quickly get to grips with our subject matter and we hope he will be with us for a long time to come."
Werner
Insurance and Financial Investment Expert
"As a salesperson, I'm not the most visually inclined guy. That's where Karsten helps me to turn my ideas into compelling designs. He has been a valuable employee of my company for many years. I consider him not only as an exceptional designer but also as a trusted friend. I still hire him as a freelancer and look forward to more exciting projects!"
Anja
Senior consultant at a financial consultancy and founder of a service for improving people skills
"Karsten not only designed a unique, modern and beautiful website for us, but also supported us with his IT and marketing know-how to offer our services digitally and distribute them online. We would definitely recommend him to other companies."
Andreas
Managing director of a financial consultancy
"Karsten not only helped me professionalise my web presence but also gave the brand of my newly founded company its personality. He has become an always welcome guest in our office. But I don't want to recommend him because I'm afraid he'll have less time for me then."
Jan
Experienced developer and PhD Researcher in IT
"I hired Karsten to design a web application. His pointed questions helped my client articulate their design preferences. Thanks to his straightforward explanations and systematic approach, we swiftly reached a great result. If this were eBay, I'd give him a solid 5 out of 5 stars."
Alex & Jessi
Founder of a digital agency, experts in UX for B2B
"We have regularly hired Karsten as a freelancer for the last 5 years. For us as agency owners, it is very valuable to have someone we can completely trust to work on client projects from start to finish."
Patrick
Financial advisor and founder of a platform for financial education
"I worked Karsten on several projects. Recently, he helped elaborate the brand for our financial education platform. I particularly like that he doesn't see his work as being done with pretty designs, but tries to understand the business model. This is very valuable in a field that needs lots of explanation, like the financial industry."
Timo
Founder and developer specialised in web and frontend
"Before I worked with Karsten, I thought all designers worked in a chaotic and inconsistent way. He has become the "favourite designer" for me and also for other devsI know. He understands the challenges programmers have and involves me in the design process right from the beginning to avoid potential problems."
Your story?
Fredi
PhD Finance, Fintech Founder, Alternative Lending Expert, Business Angel
"Finally, a designer who understands FinTech! I was looking for a partner to help me present the complex technology behind our product in a visually appealing and easy to understand way. Thanks to his knowledge of the industry, Karsten was able to quickly get to grips with our subject matter and we hope he will be with us for a long time to come."
Werner
Insurance and Financial Investment Expert
"As a salesperson, I'm not the most visually inclined guy. That's where Karsten helps me to turn my ideas into compelling designs. He has been a valuable employee of my company for many years. I consider him not only as an exceptional designer but also as a trusted friend. I still hire him as a freelancer and look forward to more exciting projects!"
Anja
Senior consultant at a financial consultancy and founder of a service for improving people skills
"Karsten not only designed a unique, modern and beautiful website for us, but also supported us with his IT and marketing know-how to offer our services digitally and distribute them online. We would definitely recommend him to other companies."
Andreas
Managing director of a financial consultancy
"Karsten not only helped me professionalise my web presence but also gave the brand of my newly founded company its personality. He has become an always welcome guest in our office. But I don't want to recommend him because I'm afraid he'll have less time for me then."
Jan
Experienced developer and PhD Researcher in IT
"I hired Karsten to design a web application. His pointed questions helped my client articulate their design preferences. Thanks to his straightforward explanations and systematic approach, we swiftly reached a great result. If this were eBay, I'd give him a solid 5 out of 5 stars."
Alex & Jessi
Founder of a digital agency, experts in UX for B2B
"We have regularly hired Karsten as a freelancer for the last 5 years. For us as agency owners, it is very valuable to have someone we can completely trust to work on client projects from start to finish."
Patrick
Financial advisor and founder of a platform for financial education
"I worked Karsten on several projects. Recently, he helped elaborate the brand for our financial education platform. I particularly like that he doesn't see his work as being done with pretty designs, but tries to understand the business model. This is very valuable in a field that needs lots of explanation, like the financial industry."
Timo
Founder and developer specialised in web and frontend
"Before I worked with Karsten, I thought all designers worked in a chaotic and inconsistent way. He has become the "favourite designer" for me and also for other devsI know. He understands the challenges programmers have and involves me in the design process right from the beginning to avoid potential problems."
Your story?
Fredi
PhD Finance, Fintech Founder, Alternative Lending Expert, Business Angel
"Finally, a designer who understands FinTech! I was looking for a partner to help me present the complex technology behind our product in a visually appealing and easy to understand way. Thanks to his knowledge of the industry, Karsten was able to quickly get to grips with our subject matter and we hope he will be with us for a long time to come."
Werner
Insurance and Financial Investment Expert
"As a salesperson, I'm not the most visually inclined guy. That's where Karsten helps me to turn my ideas into compelling designs. He has been a valuable employee of my company for many years. I consider him not only as an exceptional designer but also as a trusted friend. I still hire him as a freelancer and look forward to more exciting projects!"
Anja
Senior consultant at a financial consultancy and founder of a service for improving people skills
"Karsten not only designed a unique, modern and beautiful website for us, but also supported us with his IT and marketing know-how to offer our services digitally and distribute them online. We would definitely recommend him to other companies."
Andreas
Managing director of a financial consultancy
"Karsten not only helped me professionalise my web presence but also gave the brand of my newly founded company its personality. He has become an always welcome guest in our office. But I don't want to recommend him because I'm afraid he'll have less time for me then."
Jan
Experienced developer and PhD Researcher in IT
"I hired Karsten to design a web application. His pointed questions helped my client articulate their design preferences. Thanks to his straightforward explanations and systematic approach, we swiftly reached a great result. If this were eBay, I'd give him a solid 5 out of 5 stars."
Alex & Jessi
Founder of a digital agency, experts in UX for B2B
"We have regularly hired Karsten as a freelancer for the last 5 years. For us as agency owners, it is very valuable to have someone we can completely trust to work on client projects from start to finish."
Patrick
Financial advisor and founder of a platform for financial education
"I worked Karsten on several projects. Recently, he helped elaborate the brand for our financial education platform. I particularly like that he doesn't see his work as being done with pretty designs, but tries to understand the business model. This is very valuable in a field that needs lots of explanation, like the financial industry."
Timo
Founder and developer specialised in web and frontend
"Before I worked with Karsten, I thought all designers worked in a chaotic and inconsistent way. He has become the "favourite designer" for me and also for other devsI know. He understands the challenges programmers have and involves me in the design process right from the beginning to avoid potential problems."
Your story?
Fredi
PhD Finance, Fintech Founder, Alternative Lending Expert, Business Angel
"Finally, a designer who understands FinTech! I was looking for a partner to help me present the complex technology behind our product in a visually appealing and easy to understand way. Thanks to his knowledge of the industry, Karsten was able to quickly get to grips with our subject matter and we hope he will be with us for a long time to come."
Werner
Insurance and Financial Investment Expert
"As a salesperson, I'm not the most visually inclined guy. That's where Karsten helps me to turn my ideas into compelling designs. He has been a valuable employee of my company for many years. I consider him not only as an exceptional designer but also as a trusted friend. I still hire him as a freelancer and look forward to more exciting projects!"
Anja
Senior consultant at a financial consultancy and founder of a service for improving people skills
"Karsten not only designed a unique, modern and beautiful website for us, but also supported us with his IT and marketing know-how to offer our services digitally and distribute them online. We would definitely recommend him to other companies."
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