Exploring Meaningful AI: Finding the Right First Project
A case study detailing the design of a AI Assistant that allows users to query and create all experimental and inventory data within a lab.
AI Discovery & Research UX/UI Design
Andrew Gilmour
Product Designer
in Glasgow, Scotland
Hi, I'm Andrew. I'm an experienced product designer who loves working in early-stage and scale-up startups. I have a track record of leading projects, building scalable design systems, and shaping thoughtful solutions to complex UX challenges. I'm passionate about user testing, improving design ops and accessibility. Lately, I’ve been interested in how AI can enhance and streamline the design process.
Case studies
Recent projects which showcase the process, visuals, and the impact of my work
Figma Dynamic Input Fields Plugin for Better Usability Tests
This involved the development of a Figma plugin for internal use that allows for dynamic input fields. This allowed for much smoother prototype building experience and a more hands-off approach to usability testing.
User Testing Design Ops Figma Plugin
Twig Design Process & Design System
This involved exploring, building and maintaining a design system for Twig Education's Middle School science platform. Using Sketch, Abstract and Marvel for design, version control and handover, I explain the process in detail.
Design System Component Library Design Ops
Side projects
Some work that I do in my free time, to learn and experiment with ideas
Assumely
An assumption tracking toolkit for product designers. Assumely helps you track, validate, and manage your assumptions per project. A Figma plugin also lets you include these assumptions directly in your files.
Webapp Figma Plugin
Testimonials
What my colleagues have said about working with me
Barney Walker
Head of Product @ Labstep
"Andrew is an excellent communicator: explaining things clearly and methodically. He is also a whizz with Figma, producing very clean and well organized designs, as well as complex prototypes. He conducts user testing sessions with a calm confidence that puts participants at ease and skillfully manages the level of guidance, ensuring valuable insights are captured."
Kitty Goodwin
Operations @ Instalabs
"He is incredibly personable and always supported efforts to connect with the team and build the company culture. Andrew's ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical people in a clear and concise manner is a rare and highly valuable skill."
Martin Keane
Lead PO @ Fuse Universal
"Andrew is the type of designer that every team should have. He always delivers beautiful, considered work. His empathy, understanding and knowledge have proved exceptionally valuable in conducting user research and uncovering insights that make a huge difference to the final product."
Cameron Graham
Co-Founder & CEO @ StoriiCare
"As a designer, I cannot recommend him enough. As an individual, he is professional and a pleasure to be around. Andrew was our Designer and Front‐end Developer, later rising to Head of Product. In a startup, his willingness and ability to contribute to multiple aspects of the business was refreshing."
Work experience
Senior Product Designer
Labstep | London, England
Senior Product Designer
Datapane | London, England
Senior Product Designer
Twig Education | Glasgow, Scotland
Lead UX/UI Designer (title: Senior)
s1jobs (Newsquest) | Glasgow, Scotland
Head of Product
StoriiCare | Glasgow, Scotland
UX/UI Designer & Front-end Developer
StoriiCare | Glasgow, Scotland
Education
Master of Arts in Philosophy
University of Glasgow
My educational background has helped me learn how to ask the right questions, consider complex problems from multiple angles, and articulate decisions clearly. I've found these all to be essential skills in design.
