Let's get personal (and not be scared of words!)

I grew up in an environment where emotions were expressed, not hidden. That became my compass and guides how I design and how I move through the world. Empathy has always been my strongest design tool. I am naturally sensitive and deeply curious about people, and I lean into that to understand how others think, feel, and navigate everyday moments. That emotional awareness allows me to create experiences that feel intuitive, human, and emotionally resonant. I have always been drawn to making and understanding things. As a child, I fixed my mom's jewelry with tiny blue pliers, took apart furniture just to see how it worked, and sketched ideas before I had the language for design. Creativity has always been my way of exploring and solving. I'm currently focused on mastering React so I can bring my ideas and designs to life with the same level of intention and care. Growing up as an immigrant in Saudi Arabia and then moving to the United States for Stanford strengthened my ability to observe, adapt, and connect across cultures. It taught me that thoughtful design is not just functional. It builds belonging. That is why I design. I turn emotion, curiosity, and human insight into experiences that genuinely improve how people live.