Mrunal Dhaygude

Hey there! I'm Mrunal, an artist, designer, and researcher currently based near Washington DC. I'm pursuing my graduate studies at the University of Maryland, diving into Human-Computer Interaction and fueling my passion for design and technology. Recently, I've been immersing myself in the world of interactive technologies at the SMART Lab.

Before grad school, I worked as a UX Designer at the OLX Group, assisting people globally with their used car transactions. But before all that, I was studying Electronics and Instrumentation back in India. Since I was young, I've had a knack for art, painting, tinkering with crafts, and crafting custom gifts for my family. The blend of art and tech drew me to Human-Computer Interaction, where I feel my greatest strength as a designer lies - in my unwavering love for art and technology that keeps my curiosity alive and thriving.

When I'm not absorbed in my studies or design work, you'll find me exploring the city, trying out new restaurants, cooking up a storm at home, and catching up on some much-needed sleep :P Recently, I've been passionate about photography and videography. I'm determined to kick my laziness to the curb and finally create that squirrel film I've been dreaming of.

me outside of work

Love food(both cooking and eating:P)

Always craving delicious recipes, daydreaming about my next meal too often!

Obsessed with painting, especially Indian silhouettes and saree portraits!

Amateur Painter

Soccer

Once led my undergrad school team, now a bit rusty and out of practice!

Partial to elephants and dogs, but I adore all animals!

Love Animals!

Work

About

I believe in the enchanting power of good design, capable of weaving magic into every experience. Let's work together and make magic!


Feel free to drop an email at mrunal.dhaygude@gmail.com.


MRUNAL DHAYGUDE

education

Aug 2017- Jun 2021

Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation

Birla Institute of Technology and Science

Aug 2022- May 2024

Master of Science in Human-Computer Interaction

University of Maryland, College Park

experience

Jan 2021- Jun 2021

Aug 2020- Dec 2020

Product Design Intern

OLX Autos, Gurugram, India

Product Management Intern

MapmyIndia, New Delhi, India

Jun 2021- Jul 2022

UX Designer

OLX Autos, Gurugram, India

Jan 2023- Present

Design Researcher

Small Artifacts Lab

education

Aug 2017- Jun 2021

Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation

Birla Institute of Technology and Science

Aug 2022- May 2024

Master of Science in Human-Computer Interaction

University of Maryland, College Park

experience

Jun 2021- Jul 2022

Jun 2021- Jul 2022

Product Design Intern

OLX Autos, Gurugram, India

Product Management Intern

MapmyIndia, New Delhi, India

Jun 2021- Jul 2022

Product Design Intern

OLX Autos, Gurugram, India

Jun 2021- Jul 2022

Product Design Intern

OLX Autos, Gurugram, India

me outside of work

Love food(both cooking and eating:P)

Always craving delicious recipes, daydreaming about my next meal too often! 😋

Obsessed with painting, especially Indian silhouettes and saree portraits! 🎨

Amateur Painter

Soccer

Once led my undergrad school team, now a bit rusty and out of practice! 🏀

Partial to elephants and dogs, but I adore all animals! 🐘🐕❤️

Love Animals!

I believe in the enchanting power of good design, capable of weaving magic into every experience. Let's work together and make magic!


Feel free to drop an email at mrunal.dhaygude@gmail.com.


I believe in the enchanting power of good design, capable of weaving magic into every experience. Let's work together and make magic!


Feel free to drop an email at mrunal.dhaygude@gmail.com.


Mrunal Dhaygude

Mrunal Dhaygude

education

Aug 2017- Jun 2021

Bachelor of Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation

Birla Institute of Technology and Science

Aug 2022- May 2024

Master of Science in Human-Computer Interaction

University of Maryland, College Park

experience

Jun 2021- Jul 2022

Jun 2021- Jul 2022

Product Design Intern

OLX Autos, Gurugram, India

Product Management Intern

MapmyIndia, New Delhi, India

Jun 2021- Jul 2022

Product Design Intern

OLX Autos, Gurugram, India

Jun 2021- Jul 2022

Product Design Intern

OLX Autos, Gurugram, India

me outside of work

Love food(both cooking and eating:P)

Always craving delicious recipes, daydreaming about my next meal too often! 😋

Obsessed with painting, especially Indian silhouettes and saree portraits! 🎨

Amateur Painter

Soccer

Once led my undergrad school team, now a bit rusty and out of practice! 🏀

Partial to elephants and dogs, but I adore all animals! 🐘🐕❤️

Love Animals!

Mrunal Dhaygude

I believe in the enchanting power of good design, capable of weaving magic into every experience. Let's work together and make magic!


Feel free to drop an email at mrunal.dhaygude@gmail.com.


Mrunal Dhaygude

Hey there! I'm Mrunal, an artist, designer, and researcher currently based near Washington DC. I'm pursuing my graduate studies at the University of Maryland, diving into Human-Computer Interaction and fueling my passion for design and technology. Recently, I've been immersing myself in the world of interactive technologies at the SMART Lab.

Before grad school, I worked as a UX Designer at the OLX Group, assisting people globally with their used car transactions. But before all that, I was studying Electronics and Instrumentation back in India. Since I was young, I've had a knack for art, painting, tinkering with crafts, and crafting custom gifts for my family. The blend of art and tech drew me to Human-Computer Interaction, where I feel my greatest strength as a designer lies - in my unwavering love for art and technology that keeps my curiosity alive and thriving.

When I'm not absorbed in my studies or design work, you'll find me exploring the city, trying out new restaurants, cooking up a storm at home, and catching up on some much-needed sleep :P Recently, I've been passionate about photography and videography. I'm determined to kick my laziness to the curb and finally create that squirrel film I've been dreaming of.

Mrunal Dhaygude

Hey there! I'm Mrunal, an artist, designer, and researcher currently based near Washington DC. I'm pursuing my graduate studies at the University of Maryland, diving into Human-Computer Interaction and fueling my passion for design and technology. Recently, I've been immersing myself in the world of interactive technologies at the SMART Lab.

Before grad school, I worked as a UX Designer at the OLX Group, assisting people globally with their used car transactions. But before all that, I was studying Electronics and Instrumentation back in India. Since I was young, I've had a knack for art, painting, tinkering with crafts, and crafting custom gifts for my family. The blend of art and tech drew me to Human-Computer Interaction, where I feel my greatest strength as a designer lies - in my unwavering love for art and technology that keeps my curiosity alive and thriving.

When I'm not absorbed in my studies or design work, you'll find me exploring the city, trying out new restaurants, cooking up a storm at home, and catching up on some much-needed sleep :P Recently, I've been passionate about photography and videography. I'm determined to kick my laziness to the curb and finally create that squirrel film I've been dreaming of.

Mrunal Dhaygude