Hi
Hi
Mriganki Raj
ux
researcher
& designer
researcher
& designer
Over 5 years of experience, Toronto-based UX Researcher and Designer
Over 5 years of experience, Toronto-based UX Researcher and Designer
my superpowers
I used to design buildings. Turns out, I was always more interested in the people inside them and that curiosity never left. Now I bring that same "why before how" thinking to product and UX, with 5+ years of experience across India and Canada and a people-first approach to everything I touch.
UX Research
I'm basically a professional people-nerd. I dig into interviews, observations, and usability tests to find what users actually need (not what they say they need) and turn those messy, beautiful insights into real opportunities.
interaction and visual design
I obsess over the details so you don't have to. Clean interfaces, intentional visuals, and that satisfying feeling when everything just clicks - accessibility and brand storytelling baked right in.
Facilitation & Collaboration
I'm that person who makes workshops not feel like work. I bring sticky notes, big energy, and a knack for getting every voice in the room heard - because the best ideas don't always come from the loudest person.
Storytelling
I thrive in the in-between sprinting through design sessions, diving into deep research, and turning it all into narratives that make people lean forward and say "okay, I'm sold."
UX Research
I'm basically a professional people-nerd. I dig into interviews, observations, and usability tests to find what users actually need (not what they say they need) and turn those messy, beautiful insights into real opportunities.
interaction and visual design
I obsess over the details so you don't have to. Clean interfaces, intentional visuals, and that satisfying feeling when everything just clicks - accessibility and brand storytelling baked right in.
Facilitation & Collaboration
I'm that person who makes workshops not feel like work. I bring sticky notes, big energy, and a knack for getting every voice in the room heard - because the best ideas don't always come from the loudest person.
Storytelling
I thrive in the in-between sprinting through design sessions, diving into deep research, and turning it all into narratives that make people lean forward and say "okay, I'm sold."
About me
Hi, I’m Maggie! I have over 5 years of experience in the design industry and I’m passionate about designing intuitive digital and physical experiences informed by empathy, research, and real-world context. My work includes collaborating with the City of Mississauga’s Parks and Culture Planning team, where I engaged with design at a community scale to researching user experiences. I thrive at the intersection of people and problems, turning ambiguous challenges into clear, thoughtful solutions. Proficient in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite and constantly exploring AI tools.
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Call Today :
Call Today :
Email :
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Discover My Journey in Design
From a curious architect to a UX designer, my path has been shaped by a passion for crafting intentional experiences - blending informed research and thoughtful design into every project.
Research Intern
Laneway Home Builders
Nov 2025 - Feb 2026
Research Intern
Laneway Home Builders
Nov 2025 - Feb 2026
Research Intern
Laneway Home Builders
Nov 2025 - Feb 2026
Parks & Planning Intern
City of Mississauga
Jan 2025 - May 2025
Parks & Planning Intern
City of Mississauga
Jan 2025 - May 2025
Parks & Planning Intern
City of Mississauga
Jan 2025 - May 2025
Freelance Architect
Independent Practice
Feb 2023 - Jul 2024
Freelance Architect
Independent Practice
Feb 2023 - Jul 2024
Freelance Architect
Independent Practice
Feb 2023 - Jul 2024
Associate Architect
Blue Coral Design Studio
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023
Associate Architect
Blue Coral Design Studio
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023
Associate Architect
Blue Coral Design Studio
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023
Associate Architect
Design Sync Studio
Dec 2019 - Jul 2022
Associate Architect
Design Sync Studio
Dec 2019 - Jul 2022
Associate Architect
Design Sync Studio
Dec 2019 - Jul 2022
intern architect
Manasaram Architects
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
intern architect
Manasaram Architects
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
intern architect
Manasaram Architects
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
My Tech Stack
I build with intention. Figma for thoughtful interfaces and prototypes. Framer for the fastest way to bring ideas online. Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for visual clarity. AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Revit for spatial precision. Lumion for bringing ideas to life. Miro for mapping systems and collaboration. Each tool supports how I think, design, and build.
Figma
Where I design prototypes, creative suites and design everyday things.
Framer
My creative playground for building interactive and responsive websites which are fast, flexible and require no code.
Adobe Photoshop
My go-to for visual storytelling - ideal for image manipulation, detailed mockups, and crafting polished UI assets.
Adobe Illustrator
My go-to for visual storytelling - ideal for creating scalable icons, refining UI assets, and ensuring visual consistency across design systems.
Auto CAD
My go-to for precision drafting - ideal for translating design intent into clear, accurate drawings and coordinating architectural details.
Sketchup
My go-to for rapid exploration - used for concept massing, spatial testing, and quickly iterating ideas in the early stages of design.
Revit
My go-to for BIM-driven design - ideal for coordinating complex building systems, maintaining design consistency, and developing construction-ready models.
Lumion
My go-to for experiential visualization - bringing architectural concepts to life through realistic lighting, materials, and immersive environments.
Miro
My go-to for collaborative thinking - ideal for mapping user journeys, synthesizing research insights, and aligning teams around shared understanding.
Featured Projects
Selected UX projects focused on solving real user problems through strategy-led, thoughtful design.
UX Design & Research
Freshii Usability Testing
This usability testing project explored how users navigate the Freshii app to place orders, customize meals, and access nutrition information, with the goal of identifying key pain points and opportunities to improve clarity, efficiency, and decision-making throughout the ordering experience.
UX Design & Research
IKEA Teardown & Journey Maps
A user journey mapping project that visualizes the end-to-end IKEA shopping experience, identifying key touchpoints, pain points, and opportunities to improve usability, emotional engagement, and decision-making.
UX Design & Research
Penny Juice Header Footer Redesign
The header and footer redesign focused on improving navigation clarity, brand presence, and conversion flow. By simplifying the menu structure, strengthening calls-to-action, and organizing key information in the footer, the redesign creates a more intuitive browsing experience while reinforcing trust and accessibility across all pages.
UX Design & Research
Netflix User Research
This research explored how users discovered and chose content on Netflix to identify key pain points and opportunities for improving trust, personalization, and social viewing experiences.
Hi
Hi
Let's work together
Let’s build something impactful together, tell me your next big idea!
Hi
Hi
Mriganki Raj
ux
researcher
& designer
researcher
& designer
Over 5 years of experience, Toronto-based UX Researcher and Designer
Over 5 years of experience, Toronto-based UX Researcher and Designer
my superpowers
I used to design buildings. Turns out, I was always more interested in the people inside them and that curiosity never left. Now I bring that same "why before how" thinking to product and UX, with 5+ years of experience across India and Canada and a people-first approach to everything I touch.
UX Research
I'm basically a professional people-nerd. I dig into interviews, observations, and usability tests to find what users actually need (not what they say they need) and turn those messy, beautiful insights into real opportunities.
interaction and visual design
I obsess over the details so you don't have to. Clean interfaces, intentional visuals, and that satisfying feeling when everything just clicks - accessibility and brand storytelling baked right in.
Facilitation & Collaboration
I'm that person who makes workshops not feel like work. I bring sticky notes, big energy, and a knack for getting every voice in the room heard - because the best ideas don't always come from the loudest person.
Storytelling
I thrive in the in-between sprinting through design sessions, diving into deep research, and turning it all into narratives that make people lean forward and say "okay, I'm sold."
UX Research
I'm basically a professional people-nerd. I dig into interviews, observations, and usability tests to find what users actually need (not what they say they need) and turn those messy, beautiful insights into real opportunities.
interaction and visual design
I obsess over the details so you don't have to. Clean interfaces, intentional visuals, and that satisfying feeling when everything just clicks - accessibility and brand storytelling baked right in.
Facilitation & Collaboration
I'm that person who makes workshops not feel like work. I bring sticky notes, big energy, and a knack for getting every voice in the room heard - because the best ideas don't always come from the loudest person.
Storytelling
I thrive in the in-between sprinting through design sessions, diving into deep research, and turning it all into narratives that make people lean forward and say "okay, I'm sold."
About me
Hi, I’m Maggie! I have over 5 years of experience in the design industry and I’m passionate about designing intuitive digital and physical experiences informed by empathy, research, and real-world context. My work includes collaborating with the City of Mississauga’s Parks and Culture Planning team, where I engaged with design at a community scale to researching user experiences. I thrive at the intersection of people and problems, turning ambiguous challenges into clear, thoughtful solutions. Proficient in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite and constantly exploring AI tools.
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Years of Experience
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Years of Experience
0
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Completed Projects
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0
Completed Projects
0+
0+
Clients on Worldwide
0+
0+
Clients on Worldwide
Call Today :
Call Today :
Email :
Email :
Discover My Journey in Design
From a curious architect to a UX designer, my path has been shaped by a passion for crafting intentional experiences - blending informed research and thoughtful design into every project.
Research Intern
Laneway Home Builders
Nov 2025 - Feb 2026
Research Intern
Laneway Home Builders
Nov 2025 - Feb 2026
Research Intern
Laneway Home Builders
Nov 2025 - Feb 2026
Parks & Planning Intern
City of Mississauga
Jan 2025 - May 2025
Parks & Planning Intern
City of Mississauga
Jan 2025 - May 2025
Parks & Planning Intern
City of Mississauga
Jan 2025 - May 2025
Freelance Architect
Independent Practice
Feb 2023 - Jul 2024
Freelance Architect
Independent Practice
Feb 2023 - Jul 2024
Freelance Architect
Independent Practice
Feb 2023 - Jul 2024
Associate Architect
Blue Coral Design Studio
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023
Associate Architect
Blue Coral Design Studio
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023
Associate Architect
Blue Coral Design Studio
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023
Associate Architect
Design Sync Studio
Dec 2019 - Jul 2022
Associate Architect
Design Sync Studio
Dec 2019 - Jul 2022
Associate Architect
Design Sync Studio
Dec 2019 - Jul 2022
intern architect
Manasaram Architects
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
intern architect
Manasaram Architects
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
intern architect
Manasaram Architects
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
My Tech Stack
I build with intention. Figma for thoughtful interfaces and prototypes. Framer for the fastest way to bring ideas online. Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for visual clarity. AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Revit for spatial precision. Lumion for bringing ideas to life. Miro for mapping systems and collaboration. Each tool supports how I think, design, and build.
Figma
Where I design prototypes, creative suites and design everyday things.
Framer
My creative playground for building interactive and responsive websites which are fast, flexible and require no code.
Adobe Photoshop
My go-to for visual storytelling - ideal for image manipulation, detailed mockups, and crafting polished UI assets.
Adobe Illustrator
My go-to for visual storytelling - ideal for creating scalable icons, refining UI assets, and ensuring visual consistency across design systems.
Auto CAD
My go-to for precision drafting - ideal for translating design intent into clear, accurate drawings and coordinating architectural details.
Sketchup
My go-to for rapid exploration - used for concept massing, spatial testing, and quickly iterating ideas in the early stages of design.
Revit
My go-to for BIM-driven design - ideal for coordinating complex building systems, maintaining design consistency, and developing construction-ready models.
Lumion
My go-to for experiential visualization - bringing architectural concepts to life through realistic lighting, materials, and immersive environments.
Miro
My go-to for collaborative thinking - ideal for mapping user journeys, synthesizing research insights, and aligning teams around shared understanding.
Featured Projects
Selected UX projects focused on solving real user problems through strategy-led, thoughtful design.
UX Design & Research
Freshii Usability Testing
This usability testing project explored how users navigate the Freshii app to place orders, customize meals, and access nutrition information, with the goal of identifying key pain points and opportunities to improve clarity, efficiency, and decision-making throughout the ordering experience.
UX Design & Research
IKEA Teardown & Journey Maps
A user journey mapping project that visualizes the end-to-end IKEA shopping experience, identifying key touchpoints, pain points, and opportunities to improve usability, emotional engagement, and decision-making.
UX Design & Research
Penny Juice Header Footer Redesign
The header and footer redesign focused on improving navigation clarity, brand presence, and conversion flow. By simplifying the menu structure, strengthening calls-to-action, and organizing key information in the footer, the redesign creates a more intuitive browsing experience while reinforcing trust and accessibility across all pages.
UX Design & Research
Netflix User Research
This research explored how users discovered and chose content on Netflix to identify key pain points and opportunities for improving trust, personalization, and social viewing experiences.
Hi
Hi
Let's work together
Let’s build something impactful together, tell me your next big idea!
Hi
Hi
Mriganki Raj
ux
researcher
& designer
researcher
& designer
Over 5 years of experience, Toronto-based UX Researcher and Designer
Over 5 years of experience, Toronto-based UX Researcher and Designer
my superpowers
I used to design buildings. Turns out, I was always more interested in the people inside them and that curiosity never left. Now I bring that same "why before how" thinking to product and UX, with 5+ years of experience across India and Canada and a people-first approach to everything I touch.
UX Research
I'm basically a professional people-nerd. I dig into interviews, observations, and usability tests to find what users actually need (not what they say they need) and turn those messy, beautiful insights into real opportunities.
interaction and visual design
I obsess over the details so you don't have to. Clean interfaces, intentional visuals, and that satisfying feeling when everything just clicks - accessibility and brand storytelling baked right in.
Facilitation & Collaboration
I'm that person who makes workshops not feel like work. I bring sticky notes, big energy, and a knack for getting every voice in the room heard - because the best ideas don't always come from the loudest person.
Storytelling
I thrive in the in-between sprinting through design sessions, diving into deep research, and turning it all into narratives that make people lean forward and say "okay, I'm sold."
UX Research
I'm basically a professional people-nerd. I dig into interviews, observations, and usability tests to find what users actually need (not what they say they need) and turn those messy, beautiful insights into real opportunities.
interaction and visual design
I obsess over the details so you don't have to. Clean interfaces, intentional visuals, and that satisfying feeling when everything just clicks - accessibility and brand storytelling baked right in.
Facilitation & Collaboration
I'm that person who makes workshops not feel like work. I bring sticky notes, big energy, and a knack for getting every voice in the room heard - because the best ideas don't always come from the loudest person.
Storytelling
I thrive in the in-between sprinting through design sessions, diving into deep research, and turning it all into narratives that make people lean forward and say "okay, I'm sold."
About me
Hi, I’m Maggie! I have over 5 years of experience in the design industry and I’m passionate about designing intuitive digital and physical experiences informed by empathy, research, and real-world context. My work includes collaborating with the City of Mississauga’s Parks and Culture Planning team, where I engaged with design at a community scale to researching user experiences. I thrive at the intersection of people and problems, turning ambiguous challenges into clear, thoughtful solutions. Proficient in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite and constantly exploring AI tools.
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0
Years of Experience
0
0
Years of Experience
0
0
Completed Projects
0
0
Completed Projects
0+
0+
Clients on Worldwide
0+
0+
Clients on Worldwide
Call Today :
Call Today :
Email :
Email :
Discover My Journey in Design
From a curious architect to a UX designer, my path has been shaped by a passion for crafting intentional experiences - blending informed research and thoughtful design into every project.
Research Intern
Laneway Home Builders
Nov 2025 - Feb 2026
Research Intern
Laneway Home Builders
Nov 2025 - Feb 2026
Research Intern
Laneway Home Builders
Nov 2025 - Feb 2026
Parks & Planning Intern
City of Mississauga
Jan 2025 - May 2025
Parks & Planning Intern
City of Mississauga
Jan 2025 - May 2025
Parks & Planning Intern
City of Mississauga
Jan 2025 - May 2025
Freelance Architect
Independent Practice
Feb 2023 - Jul 2024
Freelance Architect
Independent Practice
Feb 2023 - Jul 2024
Freelance Architect
Independent Practice
Feb 2023 - Jul 2024
Associate Architect
Blue Coral Design Studio
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023
Associate Architect
Blue Coral Design Studio
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023
Associate Architect
Blue Coral Design Studio
Aug 2022 - Feb 2023
Associate Architect
Design Sync Studio
Dec 2019 - Jul 2022
Associate Architect
Design Sync Studio
Dec 2019 - Jul 2022
Associate Architect
Design Sync Studio
Dec 2019 - Jul 2022
intern architect
Manasaram Architects
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
intern architect
Manasaram Architects
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
intern architect
Manasaram Architects
Jan 2018 - Jun 2018
My Tech Stack
I build with intention. Figma for thoughtful interfaces and prototypes. Framer for the fastest way to bring ideas online. Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for visual clarity. AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Revit for spatial precision. Lumion for bringing ideas to life. Miro for mapping systems and collaboration. Each tool supports how I think, design, and build.
Figma
Where I design prototypes, creative suites and design everyday things.
Framer
My creative playground for building interactive and responsive websites which are fast, flexible and require no code.
Adobe Photoshop
My go-to for visual storytelling - ideal for image manipulation, detailed mockups, and crafting polished UI assets.
Adobe Illustrator
My go-to for visual storytelling - ideal for creating scalable icons, refining UI assets, and ensuring visual consistency across design systems.
Auto CAD
My go-to for precision drafting - ideal for translating design intent into clear, accurate drawings and coordinating architectural details.
Sketchup
My go-to for rapid exploration - used for concept massing, spatial testing, and quickly iterating ideas in the early stages of design.
Revit
My go-to for BIM-driven design - ideal for coordinating complex building systems, maintaining design consistency, and developing construction-ready models.
Lumion
My go-to for experiential visualization - bringing architectural concepts to life through realistic lighting, materials, and immersive environments.
Miro
My go-to for collaborative thinking - ideal for mapping user journeys, synthesizing research insights, and aligning teams around shared understanding.
Featured Projects
Selected UX projects focused on solving real user problems through strategy-led, thoughtful design.
UX Design & Research
Freshii Usability Testing
This usability testing project explored how users navigate the Freshii app to place orders, customize meals, and access nutrition information, with the goal of identifying key pain points and opportunities to improve clarity, efficiency, and decision-making throughout the ordering experience.
UX Design & Research
IKEA Teardown & Journey Maps
A user journey mapping project that visualizes the end-to-end IKEA shopping experience, identifying key touchpoints, pain points, and opportunities to improve usability, emotional engagement, and decision-making.
UX Design & Research
Penny Juice Header Footer Redesign
The header and footer redesign focused on improving navigation clarity, brand presence, and conversion flow. By simplifying the menu structure, strengthening calls-to-action, and organizing key information in the footer, the redesign creates a more intuitive browsing experience while reinforcing trust and accessibility across all pages.
UX Design & Research
Netflix User Research
This research explored how users discovered and chose content on Netflix to identify key pain points and opportunities for improving trust, personalization, and social viewing experiences.
Hi
Hi
Let's work together
Let’s build something impactful together, tell me your next big idea!