ic-check
Copied contact@volkan.design

Designing intelligent tech with ambitious teams.

For over a dozen years, I’ve been designing technology products with top-tier tech teams, setting design strategy and leading teams to turn ambitious visions into reality. Alongside AI’s speed of execution, I bring design judgment, attention to detail, and a human perspective. I’m particularly drawn to building novel products from the ground up, or developing distinctive new features. My commitment is to building honest, purposeful products that deserve to exist.

As of today, I'm available for new projects.

Select work

Driving product design for internal systems within Visa, the world’s largest payment network, with a focus on design systems, AI, and next-generation fintech concepts.

Shaping product strategy and design for Nell ahead of launch to define new ways for people to create and discover through generative AI and audio.

Drove multiple design initiatives aimed at innovating connections between artists and their fans, thereby bringing fresh perspectives to the music industry.

Led the design and strategy of a first-in-class app that facilitates co-investment in real estate within communities, backed by yCombinator in 2021.

Pioneered the design to transform language learning into a lifestyle, an achievement recognized as The Most Innovative Product in Education by Fast Company in 2016.

Led the design for classical music discovery, personalisation, and curation features. Recognized as one of The Best Inventions of the Year by Time Magazine in 2019.

Designed a security tool enhancing online freedom for millions via VPN, which was honored with Europas Award for Best Security Product in 2015.

Led the design of a novel social app from the ground up to foster professional collaborations, earning The Product of the Year award on Product Hunt in 2022.

Conducted research and led design of the first fully customisable digital gift cards in the fashion industry for Europe's Largest Online Fashion Retailer.