Katherine Martineau at The National History Museum

I'm a multi-disciplinary creative who loves structure

They're not mutually exclusive.

I understand problems deeply through integrated writing, research, and art direction. They're not siloed ways of doing design for me. Prototyping an idea, continuously elevating my craft, and architecting information through diagrams are how I stay sharp.

Pragmatic under pressure. Dot connector. Data-informed, but ultimately human.

Send me a message to ask a question or connect.

Design, Strategy, and Research

A collection of recent projects exploring the intersection of research, strategy, and interaction design. Get in touch to discuss your project.

Mobile iOS versions of Soft Drinking
Research, Design, Strategy
01

Designing for alcohol use behavior change

Early-stage research examining how people navigate their relationship with alcohol. This qualitative study shaped the language and design framework for a mindful drinking intervention, revealing key emotional touchpoints and decision-making patterns.

Role User Researcher, Designer
Methods Interviews, Design, Journey Mapping
Impact Design and Product Strategy
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A legend for mapping a desired architecture
Information architecture, Content modeling
02

Understanding content and scaffolding design

Using mapping and content strategy techniques, I commit to understanding why and what are being build - before, during, and after the interface layer for large website redesigns and complex forms.

Role Content strategy, Information architect, Designer
Methods System design, content modeling, design systems
Impact Building and rethinking structure of websites and forms
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Information architecture and transition
User research, Usability testingso
03

Creating digital structure for universities and colleges

-For a variety of universities and colleges, I provided strategy, including discovery, information architecture, and early-stage design.

Role User researcher, Prototype development
Methods Prototyping, Focus groups, Unmoderated testing
Impact Design and Product Strategy
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About

I'm someone who takes ambiguity and gives it structure. I'm happiest when I can also implement an idea to a final build or concept. I prefer to blend traditional binaries like strategist and builder.

Sometimes I look at my career path and go, 'well, that wasn't exactly what I had in mind.' What I do know is the importance of connecting with identity and purpose and how that reflects in digital experienes that support making long processes like forms easier for people who need support with paying attention. .

Random facts
  • I'm a multi-disciplinary thinker and doer who can go deep, when needed.
  • Born and raised in the suburbs of Atlanta, I moved to the mid-Atlantic in the United States as a young adult. I've lived in New York City, Philadelphia, and now in Baltimore.
  • Facebook didn't exist when I started university, but was the new Friendster when I graduated.
  • Sometimes I take photos of porches and write poetry; other times I find my voice and have a goal to publish my first collection.
  • I'm eager to contribute and lead initiatives that support humans and the environment first.

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Baltimore, Maryland, USA