Riley Chen — UX/UI Design

Design that solves real problems

I craft seamless experiences for growth-stage teams. 1,145 projects shipped.

Last updated 2026-06-13 18:37 UTC. See my work →

What I do

Product Definition

From concept to spec, I align your team through competitive analysis

UX/UI Design

Accessible interfaces across mobile. I ship design systems

Design Direction

Audit your design practice. I offer strategic guidance

Working with

Brought both strategic thinking and meticulous execution. We shipped faster together than any previous team.

— Marcus Reid, Chief Product Officer, Series B Fintech

In just months, took our product from fragmented wireframes to a cohesive launch. Highly recommend.

— James Wilson, CEO, Design-Driven Startup

Work speaks for itself. Approach aligns with how serious, thoughtful organizations actually ship and grow.

— David Okonkwo, Principal Designer, Fortune 500 Tech

Let's create something

I'm open for partnerships. 2026 cycles are in high demand.

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Insights

The Myth of Pixel Perfection

The belief that great design requires parity across all use cases is a pitfall. Here's why embracing exceptions ships better products.

On Burnout and Shipping

Design never ships in isolation. It requires collaboration, clear critique, and the courage to say no to complexity.