A Product Designer specialising in creating intuitive experiences where the physical and digital worlds meet. I help brands build thoughtful, human-centered products.
BASED IN Mumbai,
India
Available ALL AROUNd
worldwidE
Phygital Designer
From Idea to Impact
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Discover and Analysis
Discover opportunities and refine strategies for decisions.
Craft and Experiment
Turn insights into bold concepts, prototype rapidly, and learn through iteration to shape experiences that feel natural.
Deliver and Evolve
Deliver solutions with precision, then refine them in the real world, treating every launch as the start of continuous improvement.
TOOLS THAT I USE
Adoption Metric
85%
User Satisfaction
4.5 ★
Unified Talent Hub
Talent management platforms often overwhelm rather than empower. In this case study, I’ll share how we reimagined the experience into the Unified Talent Hub, a scalable, motivating and intuitive system that not only solves today’s challenges but also lays the groundwork for the future of employee growth.
Usability
85%
User Retention
+25%
Reportseek
Market research felt slow, scattered, and overwhelming. I helped design an intuitive platform that delivers real-time insights, helping businesses make moves that keep them ahead of the curve.
Adoption Metric
40%
User Satisfaction
4.5 ★
Analytics Dashboard
Giving leaders the power to see around the corner. This analytics dashboard provides CROs with immediate, actionable insights into their sales performance, helping them make smarter decisions that drive growth.
Products beyond screens
My passion for design extends beyond the screen into the tangible world of physical products. This collection is a showcase of my work in industrial design, where I love to explore the interplay of form, materials, and human ergonomics. These projects aren't just from my past; they represent my continuous belief that understanding how things are made and used in the real world is the key to creating truly exceptional digital experiences.
Versatile Designer skilled in
Phygital
Phygital
Phygital
Phygital
Phygital
product design, with over
3+ years
3+ years
3+ years
3+ years
3+ years
of industry exeperience.
Expertise extends to
user-centered design
user-centered design
user-centered design
user-centered design
user-centered design
crafting solutions that are aesthetically pleasing yet functional.
Formerly a
Product Designer
Product Designer
Product Designer
Product Designer
Product Designer
at Korn Ferry
TESTIMONIALS
"Atharva consistently translates complex needs into elegant solutions. His adaptability, curiosity, and user-centred mindset make him a strong collaborator and designer."
Ben Wesson-Jubb
Associate Director UX Design, Korn Ferry
"He brings empathy and creativity into every project. His ability to turn ideas into practical, impactful solutions reflects both maturity and vision."
Raghav Pandya
Professor and Dean, Avantika University
"Atharva’s passion stood out in his work on the Buddito diaper bag. His initiative, curiosity, and ability to bridge design with production made him invaluable to our team."
Darsh Mehta
CEO, Harissons Bags Pvt. Ltd
"Atharva is one of the best holistic design thinker I have come across. I know him since our college days and he is the go to guy for ideations, brainstorming and everything design."
Atharva Dahotre
Product Designer, PhonePe
Skills
Product Design
UX Design
UI Design
AI Backed Research
Vibe Coding
AI workflows
Design Sprint
Interaction Design
User Testing
3D Rendering
3D CAD
Leadership
Mentoring
Consulting
+ More
Experience
Product UX Designer
Korn Ferry
Dec 2021 - Apr 2025
Industrial Designer (Intern)
Harissons Bags
Dec 2020 - Jun 2021
Industrial Designer (Intern)
Touchmagix
Dec 2020 - Aug 2020
Brand Designer
Matrix consultancy
Jun 2018 - Jul 2018
Frequently asked questions
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"GOOD DESIGN IS GOOD BUSINESS"
Thomas J. Watson
CHAIRMAN OF IBM
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