About me

I am a designer whose vision is constantly shaped by various experiences, whether professional or educational, by the people and professionals I interact with, and especially by the users included in my projects.
My journey does not indicate a strong specialization in a specific field, but rather a hands-on approach to many different areas.

I love immersing myself in natural spaces, especially with a backpack on my shoulders, and I thrive on always being on the move.

Work Experience

Research Fellow, AXD lab Politecnico di Milano

10·2022 - 07·2025
Milano
The work involves delving deeper into user experience research, with a particular focus on prototyping and testing phases. Specifically, it includes creating interactive prototypes, developing research protocols, conducting user testing in laboratory conditions, and combining qualitative and quantitative methods, including biometric data collection. It also involves drafting papers to advance scientific research.

UX/UI Intern, GTS agency Milano

10·2021 - 02·2022
Milano
This experience allowed me to collaborate with a skilled and passionate team on UX and UI design projects. My work centered on creating wireframes to support the development of a new digital platform for Confcommercio, where I also gained experience working with a design system. Additionally, I contributed to facilitating workshops for INPS officials, focused on the principles of design thinking.

Rhythmic Gymnastic Coach, ASD Lixio

09·2016 - ongoing
Lissone
For years I have cultivated this passion first as a gymnast and then as a coach. This sport has taught me to believe in one's abilities, to recognise one's limitations, and to roll up one's sleeves in the face of difficulties. It also made me understand how to work as a team by supporting teammates and accepting help. It has led me to develop a strong sense of duty while finding moments to have fun and be lighter. Most importantly, it taught me that never stop learning, especially from others.

Education

Double Degree Program

02·2020 - 02·2023
Tongji University
School of Innovation, Tongji University of Shanghai, China

Master's Degree

09·2019 - 07·2022
Politecnico di Milano
Digital Interaction Design, Politecnico di Milano, Milan (MI), Italy

Erasmus Experience

02·2019 - 06·2019
Université de Nîmes
Erasmus Program, Département Sciences et Arts, Université de Nîmes, Nîmes, France

Bachelor Degree

09·2016 - 07·2019
Politecnico di Milano
Communication Design, Politecnico di Milano, Milan (MI), Italy

Graduation in Classical Studies

09·2011 - 07·2016
Monza (MB)
Gymnasium Bartolomeo Zucchi, Monza (MB), Italy

Publications

A Study on Haptic Actuators to Improve the User Experience of Automotive Touchscreen Interfaces

Keywords: Haptic Feedback, Automotive, Human-Machine Interface
Authors: Andrea Picardi, Giorgia Ballabio, Ginadomenico Caruso, Venanzio Arquilla,

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Haptic Feedback for Automotive Touchscreen Display

Keywords: Haptic Feedback, Automotive, Human-Machine Interface
Authors: Andrea Picardi, Venanzio Arquilla, Giorgia Ballabio, Ginadomenico Caruso

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Light and Cars: A Simulation Platform for the Study of Car Interior Lighting

Keywords: Lighting scenario, Automotive, Wellness
Authors:  Venanzio Arquilla, Giorgia Ballabio, Andrea Siniscalco

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Designing an Interactive System Based on Pose-Estimation to Support Rhythmic Gymnastics Basic Coaches in Enhancing Their Learning

Keywords: RG coach, Pose-estimation, User Test
Authors:  Giorgia Ballabio, Paolo Perego, Wang Qi

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Shaping the Future of Automotive Design: The Automotive Experience Design Lab

Keywords: UX Design, Automotive UX, HMI, Interaction Design, User Research
Authors:  Venanzio Arquilla, Giorgia Ballabio

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In-Vehicle Lighting
Design Thinking WSSafeatHaptic Feedback
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