// Radical multi-disciplinary designer specializing in material innovation and sustainable strategy and CMF Design.
// drivES sustainable innovation through hands-on material experimentation and collaboration across disciplines.
// blends creativity with criticality to craft meaningful project outcomes through compelling storytelling and CMF Strategy.
// at the intersection of craft, science, circularity, Art Direction, design research and experimentation.
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About Annelise.
Payne is a radically creative, multi-disciplinary designer specializing in material innovation and sustainable strategy. She is a proven leader in driving sustainable innovation through hands-on material experimentation and collaboration across disciplines. With eight years of expertise at the nexus of design thinking, scientific inquiry, and interdisciplinary research, Payne uniquely blends creativity with criticality to craft meaningful project outcomes through compelling storytelling.
Payne's work is at the intersection of craft, science, circularity, deep design research and experimentation. With a Master's degree in Material Futures and a background in Industrial Design, her expertise lies in creating regenerative solutions using cutting-edge materials and living organisms. Committed to disrupting the status quo, her design principles revolve around regenerative ideologies, education, and restoration with an underlying drive to contribute to the global shift in redefining our impact.
Technical Expertise: Regenerative Design || Circular Strategy || Material Innovation || Prototyping || Ideation
Relevant Skills: Creative Direction || Visual Storytelling || Interdisciplinary Research || Artistic Curation
Education
2021-2023
MA Material Futures
Central Saint Martins, UAL
Graduate research in material innovation backed by a circular-systems thinking approach. Collaborated with interdisciplinary professionals to tackle complex issues surrounding environmental, social, technological, and humanitarian issues.
2015-2019
BS Industrial Design
Western Washington University
Formal design education with an emphasis on sustainability and critical social responsibility. Blended hands-on, physical prototyping with 3D modeling and visualization. Critical analysis of color, material, and finish strategy and implementation.
Professional Experience
2021-2023
Material Designer & Researcher
Central Saint Martins, UAL
Conducted groundbreaking, laboratory-based material research into pigments grown from living bacteria. Leveraged regenerative properties of living organisms to challenge traditional dyeing techniques. Presented research internationally at London Design Festival, Milan Design Week, and Dutch Design Week. Recognized by WGSN, global trend forecasting company, in the Advanced Color Report 2028. Awarded Innovative Textile Award 2023 by Green Grads during London Design Festival.
2017-2023
Product Design Researcher
Deepmind / Baume & Mercier Dexcom / Sonosite
Collaborated with industry leaders, offering cutting-edge design and consumer research insights. Engaged with end-users and professionals, envisioning novels designs through sustainable innovation. Presented in-depth research outcomes alongside visual and physical prototypes of design outcomes. Delivered innovative design solutions to address complex problems through interdisciplinary collaboration.
2019-2021
Visual Storyteller & Graphic Designer
VCBO Architecture
Created renderings and animations from architectural models to excite clients on project outcomes. Masterfully curated narratives through strategic use of tone, visual communication, and storytelling. Crafted graphics aligned with corporate identity, enhancing presentations, trade shows, events, and signage with a cohesive and engaging visual narrative. Designed custom murals for higher education spaces, infusing storytelling elements with built environment.
2019
Industrial Design Intern
Ecovative
Collaborated directly with clients to design custom packaging cultivated from mycelium. Engaged with warehouse operations to produce designs, conduct tests and facilitate high-volume production. Explored innovative applications of mycelium in diverse industries such as textiles, furniture, and beauty. Provided presentation support and digital visualizations to CEO, ultimately attracting venture capital funding.