About me

Hi, I’m Olha Novikova.

A designer and grad student at NC State with a background in branding, UX, and public interest design.

For six years, I’ve worked with NGOs, startups, and individuals to create systems, stories, and experiences that feel clear, purposeful, and human. Outside of work, I recharge through travel, camping, handwritten letters, and homemade cherry dumplings.

My CV
What I care about
People first
Every person is a universe — I design to leave room for what matters to them, not just what’s efficient.
Research-driven
I start with the people doing the work. Assumptions get tested before they get built.
Clarity over cleverness
Fast, functional, and thoughtful — clarity and efficiency beat novelty for its own sake.