Studio A3: Streamlining AR/VR Learning

Studio A3 transforms abstract concepts into tangible experiences. Students can explore complex biological layers, from muscular to skeletal systems, through interactive 3D dissection, deepening their understanding of structure and function without the mess.
The legacy builder (right) lacked linear progression, forcing users to manage complex 3D states vaguely. We transformed this into the Slide Builder (left) by adopting a familiar "deck" metaphor. The new visual timeline allows teachers to sequence scenes intuitively, just like presentation software they already use.
With the introduction of a more intuitive model gallery and enhanced search tools, teachers and students can now quickly find and access the models they need without hassle. While the option for fixed model placement remains, teachers and students now have the added freedom to drag and drop models anywhere within the scene, offering greater flexibility and control.
The original app relied exclusively on 6-degree-of-freedom stylus inputs for 3D manipulation. This restricted usage to specialized zSpace hardware, creating a barrier to entry for students without access to the physical devices.
By combining head-tracking with a 6-degrees-of-freedom stylus, zSpace turns passive viewing into active manipulation. Students don't just watch a lesson; they pick it up, rotate it, and inspect it, driving higher engagement and retention.

zSpace delivers immersive AR/VR learning experiences for K-12 education. As Lead Designer, I overhauled Studio A3, the flagship creation tool that empowers thousands of educators to build interactive 3D lessons. This was a critical modernization initiative designed to reduce cognitive load and streamline complex workflows for the company's largest user base.

I led the end-to-end visual redesign, accessibility expansion (adding mouse/trackpad support), and established a scalable Design System, partnering closely with product and engineering leadership. The redesigned app remains the ecosystem’s most-used tool, successfully expanded access to students without specialized hardware, and established the visual language now used across the entire product suite.

UI Design • Automation • Enterprise UX

Device Hub: Automating Device Lifecycle

Replaced manual key entry with a background service that licenses dozens of apps simultaneously.
Instead of cryptic codes, the UI pinpoints specific network blockages (e.g., blocked ports) so IT can self-diagnose issues.

Deploying hardware in K-12 schools is notoriously difficult due to strict firewalls and manual licensing. Previously, IT admins faced a fragmented process: manually typing license keys for each app and troubleshooting vague network failures blind. This bottleneck slowed down deployments and spiked support tickets.

I led the visual redesign of the zSpace Device Hub, creating a unified interface that simplifies the 'out-of-box' experience. I translated complex technical workflows, such as network validation and bulk software installation, into an intuitive, visual process. By designing a clean, hands-free activation UI, I helped transform a technical headache into a reliable, one-click experience, reducing device setup time by an estimated 90%.