Get to Know Me
Hello! I’m Caterina Chi. From a young age, I was filled with a passion for hands-on creativity and various imagination, which lighted my dream of becoming a product designer.
I believe, we, as designers, should bridge the gap between businesses and users, shaping experiences that cater to people’s needs while balancing practicality, sustainability, and manufacturability.
I’m deeply bond with the well-being of both humanity and the planet, and I aim to magnify my impact on design through thoughtful, functional, emotional and eco-conscious innovation.
My
Experiences
Internships
June 2024 - Spetember 2024
Job Title: Product Design Intern
Project: Bell Tower Digital Reconstruction
Description:
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Collaborated in a specialized modeling team to digitally reconstruct Beijing’s historic Bell Tower for a public exhibition showcasing ancient Chinese architecture.
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Translated traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery into detailed Rhino models, ensuring both authenticity and structural feasibility for 3D printing.
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Worked closely with the 3D printing team to adapt models for fabrication, resolving geometric and material challenges under tight timelines.
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Coordinated with media and documentation teams, providing visual assets and supporting the storytelling of the construction process.
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Occasionally assisted interns from other departments by sharing modeling tips and problem-solving techniques, highlighting cross-disciplinary collaboration and design communication skills.
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Gained deeper insight into combining cultural heritage with modern fabrication, while sharpening technical skills in Rhino, 3D Printing, and design-for-manufacturing.
Beijing Future Sunmao Tech
ArtCenter College Of Design - CMTEL Lab
October 2024 - Present
Job Title: CMTEL Lab Assistant
Description:
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Maintained an organized and functional lab space by managing tools, materials, and workspace setup, ensuring smooth daily operations.
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Supported teachers and students by answering questions, assisting with prototyping, and helping troubleshoot tools and processes.
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Contributed to preparations for a Bio-Design exhibition by conducting trend research, helping with exhibition setup, and creating simple graphic materials under instructor guidance.
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Collaborated with faculty on visual and spatial presentation, ensuring materials and ideas were communicated clearly and cohesively.
Hands-on Creativity
My
Hobbies
Dancing Jazz
Travelling
Cooking
My dog