Hi, I’m Sindhu Katipalli, a designer blending industrial design with UX/UI expertise to create practical, aesthetically pleasing products and experiences. I enjoy bridging tangible materials with digital interfaces, using my background in architecture and textiles to inform thoughtful, user-centered design. I thrive in collaborative teams, value rapid prototyping and iterative testing, and love taking ideas from concept through production. I’m open to opportunities in design studios and product teams where thoughtful design improves everyday interactions.

Sindhu Katipalli

Hi, I’m Sindhu Katipalli, a designer blending industrial design with UX/UI expertise to create practical, aesthetically pleasing products and experiences. I enjoy bridging tangible materials with digital interfaces, using my background in architecture and textiles to inform thoughtful, user-centered design. I thrive in collaborative teams, value rapid prototyping and iterative testing, and love taking ideas from concept through production. I’m open to opportunities in design studios and product teams where thoughtful design improves everyday interactions.

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Hi, I’m Sindhu Katipalli, a designer blending industrial design with UX/UI expertise to create practical, aesthetically pleasing products and experiences. I enjoy bridging tangible materials with digital interfaces, using my background in architecture and textiles to inform thoughtful, user-centered design.

I thrive in collaborative teams, value rapid prototyping and iterative testing, and love taking ideas from concept through production. I’m open to opportunities in design studios and product teams where thoughtful design improves everyday interactions.

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Work Experience

Design Intern at 3FDM
May 1, 2025 - August 1, 2025
Actively contributed across the design and production process with focus on textiles, fabrication, and quality control. Created and refined patterns for multiple product lines; performed quality inspections for accuracy and durability; iterated on designs based on feedback; developed knowledge of textile types, properties, and applications; collaborated with team members to streamline production workflow.
Architectural Intern at C&K Architects
May 1, 2023 - August 1, 2023
Collaborated with senior architects to produce reconstruction documents, floor plans, and participate in interior design meetings. Assisted in creating section drawings for a multiplex; attended interior design meetings; created new floor plans in AutoCAD.
Architectural Intern at Baker Barrios Architects
May 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022
Involved in end-to-end project lifecycle from construction documents and permit sets to on-site meetings for projects including the TampaConvention Center, Hillsborough Community College, and a multi-family residential complex. Created construction documents in Revit, redlining and permit sets; created checklists for new building and fire code updates; on-site progress checks; attended meetings with general contractors, vendors, and clients; participated in lunch-and-learns.
UX/UI Design Consultant at TRIMZ
May 1, 2025 - June 1, 2025
Actively worked with co-directors to create minimalist design and seamless flow for the user experience. Iterated the app with Figma to prototype user experience; discussed and researched design and color intent as well as user preferences; developed and tested loading animations.

Education

Associate in Architecture at University of South Florida
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024
B.S. Industrial Design at University of Houston
August 1, 2024 - May 1, 2028
Associates in Architecture at University of South Florida
August 1, 2022 - May 1, 2024
B.S Industrial Design at University of Houston
August 1, 2024 - May 1, 2028

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Industry Experience

Manufacturing, Software & Internet, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment