Hello, I'm Tugce
I connect systems, people and possibility.
I'm a Product Designer with four years of digital product experience, preceded by seven years in architecture.
Based in Paris · Working internationally
Across languages and teams
At a leading French banking group, I work in English and French with teams across international markets. I follow products from the first research questions through design, delivery and iteration.
A systems perspective
Architecture taught me to navigate complex constraints, align multidisciplinary teams and keep intent connected to implementation. I bring that same systems perspective to digital products — without losing sight of the person using them.
Away from the canvas
Behind a camera, or on a Lindy Hop dance floor.
I take photographs and make videos, especially when I’m away. Yoga and meditation are part of my life too.
I grew up in Istanbul, volunteered in Bordeaux and now call Paris home. Changing cities expanded my horizons — and made adaptability one of my strongest tools.
The path here.
Product Designer · Leading French banking group
End-to-end design for an international digital banking ecosystem.
Master's in Product Design
IIM De Vinci Digital School, Paris.
Independent Product Designer
Digital product, service and website collaborations across established organisations and early-stage teams.
INITS
Biotech consulting · End-to-end website redesign
CNP Assurances
Insurance · Research, product strategy and mobile UX/UI concept
Garance
Savings & retirement · Cagn'Up mobile product turning cashback into savings
Palam
Social network · Mobile app journeys, interactions and UI design
Hexplo
Outdoor discovery startup · Mobile design sprint for finding, pinning and sharing adventure spots
Armand & Colette
French online flea market · E-commerce redesign and improved online presence
Kafo
Future-of-work startup · Mobile feature connecting freelancers through work-friendly cafés in Paris
UX foundations & certification
Ironhack — 400+ hour UX/UI Design Bootcamp. Google — UX Design Professional Certificate.
Architect · Istanbul, Bordeaux & Paris
Complex projects from client needs through technical delivery.
Bachelor of Architecture (with Honours)
Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, Istanbul.