A bit about me
With over ten years of design experience, I specialise in aligning UI design, research, and business goals to deliver cohesive, thoughtful interactions.
Collaboration is also key to the way I work. At Blancco, I improved the usability of several SaaS products and grew the design team from one to five fantastic designers - my proudest accomplishment.
My sense of curiosity helps me to find the answers I need to bring structure to ambiguity, connect ideas, and help people do their best work. I’m driven by a belief in kindness, honesty, and the power of design to support healthier people and a healthier planet.
Originally from Cape Town, I spent almost a decade living in Ireland (and becoming an Irish citizen in the process!), before my husband and I decided to head out on a big adventure. We set up our own business and did some travelling while working remotely. We’re now settled in Sutton, London.
When not designing, I’ve been writing various course content for a vocational college on the topics of AI, UI, UX, Service Design and XR. If not in front of my Mac, you can find me painting, doing pull-ups or hiking.
What others say
“During her time in my team, Paula managed a team of 4 other designers and was responsible for 7 different products across Blancco. I’ve always put a premium on collaboration among my team members and Paula never failed to deliver.”
— Donal, office manager at Blancco Ireland
“Beyond her technical skills, Paula was a pleasure to work with. She was collaborative, dependable, and solution-oriented. She showed initiative and was always willing to go the extra mile to ensure project success.”
— Norman, Head of Digital Content at Noroff
“Paula is an exceptional leader who fosters collaboration and inspires everyone around her. She has a clear vision and strategy for our team and communicates it effectively to all the managers and developers. She also motivates and empowers her team members to grow and develop their skills and potential.”
— Snehal, senior designer at Blancco Ireland