R&D Engineer
Michael Chamunorwa
Research & Development Engineer
I'm an R & D Engineer based in Germany. I specialise in identifying where technology and human needs misalign. I combine UX design, Research, Software Engineering and Physical Computing to create solutions that bridge the gap between what technology offers and what users actually need.
10+
YEARS OF
EXPERIENCE
+15
PAPERS
PUBLISHED
∞
KNOWLEDGE
SHARED AND GAINED
About My Research
I'm completing my PhD in Fall 2025. My research focuses on designing novel user interfaces embedded within everyday household objects to create more natural and intuitive technological experiences.
My Strategy
Understand
Users
I identify user needs, preferences, and behaviours through qualitative and quantitative research.
Match with Capabilities
I translate findings into actionable insights by aligning them with users’ physical and cognitive abilities.
Design & Conceptualise
I generate design ideas that are meaningful, metaphor-driven, and grounded in everyday interactions.
Build &
Prototype
I create interactive prototypes combining hardware and software to make ideas tangible and testable.
Evaluate &
Refine
I test usability, validate concepts, and refine designs based on user feedback and interaction data.
Portfolio
The methods described above were applied throughout the design of all four artefacts showcased on this page. Each prototype emerged from a process grounded in metaphor-driven ideation, hands-on experimentation, and feedback-informed refinement. These tangible interfaces aim to create intuitive, meaningful ways of engaging with smart home technologies by embedding interaction into familiar household objects.
On this portfolio site, I only share the summary of the development process. If you want a more detailed step-by-step account of the fabrication process, you can find it here. With the necessary tools, you can hopefully create your own versions of the prototypes.
