From concept to production, I am a multi-talented Industrial Designer with extensive experience across manufacturing, retail display, and interior product development. I excel at turning ideas into tangible products, packaging, and visual systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver manufacturable, market-ready solutions. Currently, I lead design initiatives at Teknion's Architectural Interiors division while running Fuera Living as a freelance practice. I also partner on space planning projects, source materials, prototype, and packaging with external partners. I bring hands-on prototyping, CAD, 3D rendering, and compelling presentations to every engagement.

Herman Lau

From concept to production, I am a multi-talented Industrial Designer with extensive experience across manufacturing, retail display, and interior product development. I excel at turning ideas into tangible products, packaging, and visual systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver manufacturable, market-ready solutions. Currently, I lead design initiatives at Teknion's Architectural Interiors division while running Fuera Living as a freelance practice. I also partner on space planning projects, source materials, prototype, and packaging with external partners. I bring hands-on prototyping, CAD, 3D rendering, and compelling presentations to every engagement.

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From concept to production, I am a multi-talented Industrial Designer with extensive experience across manufacturing, retail display, and interior product development. I excel at turning ideas into tangible products, packaging, and visual systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to deliver manufacturable, market-ready solutions.

Currently, I lead design initiatives at Teknion’s Architectural Interiors division while running Fuera Living as a freelance practice. I also partner on space planning projects, source materials, prototype, and packaging with external partners. I bring hands-on prototyping, CAD, 3D rendering, and compelling presentations to every engagement.

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Work Experience

Senior Industrial Designer - Architectural Interiors at Teknion Ltd.
April 1, 2023 - Present
Spearhead Architectural Interiors product line Altos, Optos, and new development; participate in AI Healthcare initiatives; define scope for new development; collaborate with external stakeholders and suppliers; prepare presentations for a range of audiences; ensure designs are manufacturable within production constraints and budget.
Freelance Designer at Fuera Living
October 1, 2022 - Present
Develop cedar handmade Montessori-inspired mud kitchen; manage sourcing, design, prototyping, and packaging; provide space planning and custom layouts for dealers and customers; freelance for multiple clients.
Industrial Designer at Allseating Corp.
January 1, 2018 - April 1, 2023
Drove product design for seating solutions; collaborated with cross-functional teams; created CAD models, renderings, and documentation for production.
Visual Designer & Detailer at Somerville Merchandising
March 1, 2016 - December 1, 2017
Created visual merchandising concepts and detailed retail displays; collaborated with clients and internal teams to deliver engaging retail environments.

Education

Bachelor of Design - Industrial Design at Ontario College of Art and Design
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2008

Qualifications

Dassault Systems Certified Solidworks Professional - Core
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Dassault Systems Certified Solidworks Professional - Advanced Sheet Metal
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Retail, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Real Estate & Construction