Mariam Albaker

I’m a researcher and designer from Kuwait with a background in interior design. My work explores how design education can evolve in a world increasingly shaped by AI and technology. I’m particularly interested in how emerging digital tools can support creativity and innovation without losing the human touch that makes design meaningful.

I recently completed my MA in Design at Northumbria University, where I had the chance to explore multidisciplinary approaches to design and research. Now, as a PhD researcher at Open Lab, I’m continuing to investigate the intersection of technology and design, focusing on how we can create more ethical and thoughtful ways of working with AI in creative fields.

Beyond research, I’m passionate about user experience, problem-solving, and finding ways to make design more accessible and impactful.