Erik Asia
Educational Product Designer & STEAM Educator
I am a Filipino industrial designer and educator working at the intersection of tangible design, digital fabrication, and STEAM learning. My practice explores how physical objects and tactile interactions make hands-on learning intuitive and accessible.
I design educational tools, modular workshop kits, and interactive storytelling artefacts in public spaces that translate complex concepts into tangible discovery. Informed by active classroom experience, I guide learners through project-based prototyping and innovation.
Contact Information
Send an email at hello@erikasia.com
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AREAS OF FOCUS
EDUCATION
2024
Master of Design (Interaction)
Emily Carr University of Art + Design
2022
Bachelor of Fine Arts (Industrial Design)
University of the Philippines Diliman
Graduated Magna Cum Laude
WORK EXPERIENCE
Jan 2026 to Present
Design Research Lead
Material Matters Lab & Shumka Centre (ECUAD Research Labs), Vancouver
Led the design and development of modular wearable uniform accessories for UBC Community Safety staff, establishing rapid prototyping and digital manufacturing protocols for on-demand local production.
Directed a multidisciplinary team to translate visual and text information into 15 tactile, 3D-printed interactive sculptures tailored for high-touch public outdoor environments at Capilano Suspension Bridge Park.
Aug 2024 to May 2026
Sessional Instructor
Emily Carr University of Art + Design, Vancouver
Developed and delivered hands-on industrial design and science courses materials focused on physical ergonomics, human factors, usability testing, product sketching, technical drafting, and design development.
Jan 2025 to Jul 2025
Continuing Studies Instructor (Teens)
Emily Carr University of Art + Design, Vancouver
Developed and instructed the Junior Arts Institute (JAI) Summer course for teens aged 13-15 titled “Design for the Future” which provided young creatives a space for design exploration, experimentation, and creative problem solving, bringing their ideas into the real world.
Jan 2025 to Jun 2025
Educational Product Designer
Genome British Columbia, Vancouver
Designed and fabricated an interactive, tabletop educational kit, converting complex Grade 11 - 12 scientific concepts into intuitive 2D and 3D physical touchpoints, using FDM 3D printing and CNC laser cutting to produce custom mechanical components durable for heavy use and authored comprehensive assembly and instructional guides.
May 2024 to Present
High School STEM Research Capstone Consultant
JVY National High School, Philippines
Reviewed grade 12 capstone research proposals and provided one-on-one guidance and technical recommendations for design and fabrication.
May 2023 to Sep 2023
Industrial Designer
Animate Materials Workshop, Vancouver
Designed, prototyped, and deployed a portable, modular multiplane animation stand fabricated via CNC laser cutting for educational workshops; optimized mechanical joinery and structural stability and generated production-ready vector artwork in Adobe Illustrator.
Jul 2020 to Dec 2021
Industrial / Communication Designer
Rebirth PH, Philippines
Designed a concept for a portable, reconfigurable medical apparatus (James Dyson Award National Winner) for resource- constrained clinical environments; conducted clinical user research, ergonomic evaluations, and rapid prototyping with healthcare professionals while delivering technical documentation for startup incubation.
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