I design to make people smile.

Industrial Designer

Selected Work

A curated collection of projects that showcase my approach to industrial and toy design.

2023

The Secret Closet

This is an experiential toy design project planned to allow children to feel as if they are entering the world of the animation Catch! Teenieping through a key. Inspired by the Lucky Festival of Mystic Village, the toy is designed to deliver an exciting transformation experience, similar to the thrilling moment of eating a lucky cookie.

Toy DesignInteractive

2023

Uh-bung character design

Uh-bung is a character inspired by the Korean word “abanghada,” which describes a state of seeming slightly foolish or slow to catch on, yet gentle, harmless, and kind-hearted. Everyone goes through a period of clumsiness and awkwardness. It’s not something limited to childhood; adults experience it too. However, as adults, we tend to hide those sides of ourselves and feel ashamed of them. Through the character Uh-bung, I wanted to convey the message that it’s okay to be slow and clumsy, and that there is nothing wrong with being that way.

Character designIllustrationCuteUh-bung

2024

Viking Concept Modular Playground Design

The design was created to strategically encourage children to compete and cooperate over shared territories, culminating in a game where victory is achieved by raising the opposing team’s flag.

KidsPlayground Design

Yein Ko

I believe design goes beyond aesthetics, placing importance on the user’s experience. In my work, I focus on how form, structure, and materials guide user behavior, emotion, and intuitive use. /Education Associate Degree in Industrial Design, Kaywon University of Art & Design (2021–2023) /Professional Experience Now On Play Co., Ltd. /Playground Equipment Designer (Full-time) Jun 2024 – Dec 2024 -Designed modular playground structures and various playground equipment -Participated in playground concept development and design planning -Created visual materials including company pamphlets and character designs -Developed 3D models and renderings for playground design proposals Samjin International Co., Ltd. /Toy Design Intern (Girls’ Toys) Oct 2023 – Dec 2023 -Designed accessory components for new girls’ toy product lines -Created and revised specification sheets for figure products -Communicated design modifications and production requirements to factories