I'm Luca Kaussen, a strategic product & UX designer who thrives in the overlap between clarity and possibility. I believe design should serve a purpose — not just look good.
My Approach
Strategic Thinking
Designing with Purpose
- Problem framing & opportunity mapping
- Product strategy & vision definition
I focus on understanding purpose before creating solutions. I start by understanding why something matters — for the business, for the user, and for the system around it. For me, good design starts with clarity: a shared goal, a clear definition of success, and the reasoning behind every decision. Strategy gives direction to creativity. It connects every detail to a purpose — whether it's defining product priorities, facilitating workshops, or mapping customer journeys, I make sure the “why” stays visible all the way through.
End-to-End Design
From Idea to Experience
- Design systems
- Competitive & benchmark analysis
- Journey-to-interface translation
- Brand-to-UI alignment
I see design as a continuum — from defining a product's vision to shaping its tiniest interaction. I enjoy working across disciplines: defining strategy, designing interfaces, shaping brands, and building consistent experiences across all touchpoints. Being a generalist helps me translate ideas into reality. It means I can jump between concept and execution, ensuring that every decision — from brand tone to button style — reinforces the same story.
Holistic Customer Experience
Designing Beyond the Interface
- Value proposition design
- Customer journey mapping
A product is more than its interface. It's the sum of every interaction — from the first impression of the brand to the way support feels months later. I design with that whole journey in mind. Whether it's refining a brand voice, aligning product behavior with company values, or ensuring that the story feels consistent across channels, I aim to make every touchpoint meaningful. Good design doesn't end at the screen. It continues in how a product feels to use and how a company behaves behind it.
Fast Validation
Turning Assumptions into Learnings
- Hypothesis testing frameworks
- AI-assisted prototyping
- Rapid prototyping & lean validation
I believe in validating ideas before investing in them. By framing clear hypotheses, building quick prototypes, and testing them early, I help teams reduce uncertainty and move faster with confidence. With my mix of design strategy and hands-on prototyping skills, I can turn ideas into testable experiences within days — often using AI builder tools or “vibe coding” to explore what's possible. The goal is always the same: learn fast, adjust early, and keep design grounded in reality.
Selected Work
Case study coming soon
Product Design — in progress
