Welcome.

I design products and experiences that blend tactile delight with smart functionality, turning everyday moments into effortless rituals.

Selected Works

Discover a curated set of projects that turn everyday rituals into unforgettable experiences.

Selected Works

Discover a curated set of projects that turn everyday rituals into unforgettable experiences.

Selected Works

Discover a curated set of projects that turn everyday rituals into unforgettable experiences.

A handheld meditation orb that transforms mindfulness into a physical ritual through rhythmic vibration and human-centered form.
PULSE, the meditation orb
PULSE.

May 6, 2025

A handheld meditation orb that transforms mindfulness into a physical ritual through rhythmic vibration and human-centered form.
PULSE, the meditation orb
PULSE.

May 6, 2025

A handheld meditation orb that transforms mindfulness into a physical ritual through rhythmic vibration and human-centered form.
PULSE, the meditation orb
PULSE.

May 6, 2025

A Tesla-inspired electric kettle that transforms the daily tea ritual into an experience of precision, silence, and sustainable luxury.
Model K

May 8, 2024

A Tesla-inspired electric kettle that transforms the daily tea ritual into an experience of precision, silence, and sustainable luxury.
Model K

May 8, 2024

A Tesla-inspired electric kettle that transforms the daily tea ritual into an experience of precision, silence, and sustainable luxury.
Model K

May 8, 2024

An AI running app that ritualizes training and recovery through personalized routes, routines, and rhythm—helping runners “think less, run now.”
Courez

Dec 10, 2024

An AI running app that ritualizes training and recovery through personalized routes, routines, and rhythm—helping runners “think less, run now.”
Courez

Dec 10, 2024

An AI running app that ritualizes training and recovery through personalized routes, routines, and rhythm—helping runners “think less, run now.”
Courez

Dec 10, 2024

A reusable, foldable drink caddy that turns the chaos of carrying multiple beverages into an effortless daily ritual.
Drink Caddy
CupMate

Mar 13, 2024

A reusable, foldable drink caddy that turns the chaos of carrying multiple beverages into an effortless daily ritual.
Drink Caddy
CupMate

Mar 13, 2024

A reusable, foldable drink caddy that turns the chaos of carrying multiple beverages into an effortless daily ritual.
Drink Caddy
CupMate

Mar 13, 2024

What I Do

From strategy to prototype, I turn ideas into tangible products and experiences.

What I Do

From strategy to prototype, I turn ideas into tangible products and experiences.

What I Do

From strategy to prototype, I turn ideas into tangible products and experiences.

Industrial Form-Finding

Rapid sketching and CAD to shape products that feel natural in hand.

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Industrial Form-Finding

Rapid sketching and CAD to shape products that feel natural in hand.

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Industrial Form-Finding

Rapid sketching and CAD to shape products that feel natural in hand.

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Prototyping & CMF

3-D prints, CNC cuts, and CMF studies that turn concepts into testable objects.

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Prototyping & CMF

3-D prints, CNC cuts, and CMF studies that turn concepts into testable objects.

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Prototyping & CMF

3-D prints, CNC cuts, and CMF studies that turn concepts into testable objects.

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Visualization & Rendering

Keyshot and Photoshop comps that sell the story before tooling begins.

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Visualization & Rendering

Keyshot and Photoshop comps that sell the story before tooling begins.

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Visualization & Rendering

Keyshot and Photoshop comps that sell the story before tooling begins.

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Design Research

User interviews, field observation, and insights that ground every concept in real needs.

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Design Research

User interviews, field observation, and insights that ground every concept in real needs.

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Design Research

User interviews, field observation, and insights that ground every concept in real needs.

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UX & Interaction Design

Flows and micro-interactions that make hardware and apps feel effortless.

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UX & Interaction Design

Flows and micro-interactions that make hardware and apps feel effortless.

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UX & Interaction Design

Flows and micro-interactions that make hardware and apps feel effortless.

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About Me

About Me

About Me

Rohan Khadilkar

I'm an industrial design student @ UIUC who chases the sweet spot where form feels natural, and technology stays quietly in the background. Outside the studio, you will catch me logging Letterboxd reviews and cheering for my favorite sports teams.

Product Design Intern

Spearhead

Summer 2025

AI Writing Evaluator

Outlier

2024-2025

Product Design & Research Intern

Spearhead

Summer 2024

Retail Sales Associate

ASICS

Summer 2023

Snack Bar Associate

Pleasanton Little League

2018-2022

Product Design Intern

Spearhead

Summer 2025

AI Writing Evaluator

Outlier

2024-2025

Product Design & Research Intern

Spearhead

Summer 2024

Retail Sales Associate

ASICS

Summer 2023

Snack Bar Associate

Pleasanton Little League

2018-2022

Product Design Intern

Spearhead

Summer 2025

AI Writing Evaluator

Outlier

2024-2025

Product Design & Research Intern

Spearhead

Summer 2024

Retail Sales Associate

ASICS

Summer 2023

Snack Bar Associate

Pleasanton Little League

2018-2022