Designing tactile experiences that bridge the gap between the body and mind through designed objects.
I create tools for tactile interaction and learning in STEAM, ergonomic comfort, and sensory communication.
Erik Asia
Industrial Designer • Educator • STEAM Advocate
Approach
My work explores how tactile engagement and physical interaction enhance hands-on learning in STEAM disciplines. Specializing in cognitive ergonomics and digital fabrication, I design educational tools and classroom kits as well as hands-on curriculum that create opportunities for hands-on inquiry, curiosity, and accessible learning.
Designing Educational Tools
Aside from the development and delivery of courses, I am also passionate about designing physical educational tools and products.
Industrial Design + Digital Fabrication
Design Research
Designing Learning Activities + Projects
I have designed projects and activities for classroom instruction with an emphasis on referencing everyday items and the world around us together with hands-on methods of learning.
Course Development + Instruction
I have developed and developed courses for undergraduate level design and science courses as well as teen summer camps.
Undergraduate Courses
- Design Thinking
- Freehand Sketching
- Technical Drafting
- Ergonomics Assessment
- Usability Testing
- Graphic Design
- Storyboarding + User Journeys
- Digital Fabrication
- Wood Working
- Data Visualization
- Rapid Prototyping
Teens Art + Design Workshops
- Design Thinking
- Freehand Sketching
- Basic Model Making
- Basic Graphic Design
- Arylic Painting
- Storyboarding
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