Ben Urwin

Founded and led a remote design consultancy supporting prestigious global manufacturers; delivered numerous dynamic projects for ONVO (NIO), BMW, Maserati, Lotus, Pininfarina, Gordon Murray Design, Tata, Ceer, Honqi, Vinfast, and others. Served as interim Chief Interior Designer for ONVO (NIO) and advised on global brand strategies, studio setups, and product direction for startup to market-ready programs.

Led a multinational team across Germany and China to explore autonomy and sustainability initiatives for future mobility programs; developed concept MPV directives inspired by Jeremy Rifkin, refitted for second autonomous purpose.

Led K-BYTE interior strategy for BYTON, partnering closely with senior leadership to shape product strategy based on the K-BYTE philosophy and to streamline the transition from startup to market-ready production. Drove the replacement of MBYTES SUV interior prior to SOP, aligned consumer insights with brand vision, and elevated quality across the interior program. Led cross-functional collaboration with engineering, marketing, and suppliers across Germany and China to ensure feasible, sustainable, and premium solutions. Created early IP concepts and prototypes to inform design directions and supplier selection.