Hi, I am Inwon, Cofounder and Chief Design Officer at FREN, Inc. in Savannah, GA. With over 20 years as a UI designer, I bring a wealth of experience in crafting user-friendly digital products across industries. My background at Samsung Electronics has honed my skills, and at FREN, I strive to enhance user experiences through computational methods, particularly in the areas of immersive digital installations and interaction design. My aim is to constantly innovate and connect interactions and user experiences.
FREN specializes in designing immersive digital installations and solutions for children's museums and pediatric healthcare. Our team leverages Savannah's rich history to create impactful experiences with distinct value.
Our design process begins with envisioning an identity that appeals to the child-patient demographic. The name "Fren" is derived from a child's early pronunciation of "Friend" and our logo reflects diversity and creativity by featuring different "Frens." Our goal is to create simple, clear, and impactful designs that improve the pediatric healthcare experience.
I have contributed to over 30 interface design projects for Samsung's flagship products, including smartphones (Galaxy S1-S4), phablets (Note 1, 2), smartwatch (Gear 1), camera (Galaxy Camera 1), smartphones (Wave 1, 2), and feature phones (804SS, D700, D800, D900, X830, F210, F300, F330, Ultra Edition, etc.).
With over 20 patents to my name, I am a proud inventor and recipient of prestigious awards. My work focuses on bridging digital aesthetics and user experiences to create expressive designs through computational methods.
Being honored with awards from renowned design organizations like Red Dot, iF Communication, UX Award, and Indio is a major achievement that highlights my design skills and expertise. These awards demonstrate my proficiency in delivering innovative, functional, and visually appealing designs, reflecting my capacity to produce outstanding work. Receiving recognition from these institutions not only enhances my credibility, but also offers opportunities for increased visibility and new business prospects.