089 - Awe & Curiosity

Andi Osana is an industrial designer and aspiring toy designer from the Philippines. She graduated with a B.S. in Industrial Design from De La Salle-College of St. Benilde, being most inspired by dinosaurs, comic books, and popular culture. She values a childlike playfulness and curiosity in her work, and this is reflected the most in her ideation and storytelling process. Her penchant for learning and seeking new experiences has influenced her body of works, which bring to the forefront human connection and interaction. Most recently, she was a part of Offsite’s Summer 2021 Cohort 2, where she discovered a community of like-minded individuals that share a passion for their endeavors. In her spare time, she enjoys drawing and making comics, playing video games, and building models and jigsaw puzzles. Thanks for tuning in, be on the lookout for our next podcast! Send us a DM or email at hello@advdes.org to provide us with your thoughts and comments on our dialogue with designers!