Liu Xinlu

Designer specialising in ceramics, glass and furniture, skilled in CAD, prototyping, and construction drawing. Experienced across wood, ceramics, glass, and mixed materials, with versatility spanning hands-on making, design engineering, and communication. Proven ability to deliver innovative, functional, and market-ready designs through collaborations.

Research & Development Assistant, WILKINSON & RIVERA, 2025.05 to 2025.12

• Created CAD designs and production-ready construction drawings.
• Contributed to new product development in homeware and furniture, including lighting, seating, and customised projects.
• Coordinated in-house production, sourcing, and collaboration with CNC, 3D printing, laser-cutting, and metal manufacturers and maker studios.
• Maintained records of Bills of Materials (BOM) and ensured compliance with EU/UK product regulations.
• Set up in-house ceramics prototyping, mould-making and testings.
• Led product photography and managed digital assets.

Product Design Assistant, GMY TEA, 2024.12 to 2025.05

• Led new product development, from concept to prototype and mock-up creation.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align design, marketing, and business goals in a start-up environment.

Design Collaboration, CUMBRIA CRYSTAL, 2024.03 to 2024.09

• Developed the Kaleidoscope Collection from concept to market-ready designs, later released under the company’s core collection.
• Created presentation materials and delivered design pitches.
• Produced prototypes and collaborated with craftspeople to refine technical details and ensure feasibility.
• Designed and authored an e-brochure to support marketing, sales, and external communications.

Exhibitor, SALONE SATELLITE & WANTED DESIGN, 2023

• Exhibiting furniture pieces Kōng tea table (ceramics and cork) and The Loom shelf (wood and fabric).

Royal College of Art, Ceramics and Glass MA, 2023 - 2024

Pratt Institute [Brooklyn], Bachelor of Industrial Design BID, 2019 - 2023, GPA 3.94