Hiiii it’s me,

Riya

👋 Hi! I’m Riya Rao, a junior studying Cognitive Science with an emphasis on Design & Interaction, and minoring in Marketing at the University of California, San Diego. Growing up in the SF Bay Area, I’ve been surrounded by the intersection of design and social good from a young age. I focus on designing in order to enrich human experience and drive social change. I strive to utilize design principles in pursuing my passions which motivates me to produce thoughtful and flawless interfaces, fuelled by the rich culture I’ve experienced growing up.

When I’m not designing, I’m

🥭 finding new places to eat at and feature on @imriyallyhungry

🛍️ scouring the internet for new additions to my closet, current favorites: Baggu & Paloma Wool

💖 watching TV — currently rewatching Narcos