Hey there! I am Lilith Yu.

I’m a Chinese-Canadian designer exploring how design can nurture connection and curiosity.

I design through play and metaphor to make technology feel more human.


Currently, I'm pursuing a Master in Design Studies at Harvard GSD.


Previously, I studied Mathematics at the University of Chicago,

published HCI research at CHI 2023,

experimented with interactive art and technology at Ars Electronica,

and interned at rabbit, an AI hardware startup.


Beyond design, I paint, read philosophical fiction, and take long walks.

Education

Harvard University Graduate School of Design

Master in Design Studies (MDes) - Mediums Domain

Harvard University Graduate School of Design

Master in Design Studies (MDes) - Mediums Domain

2025-2027

2025-2027

University of Chicago

B.S. Mathematics, Minor in Architectural Studies

University of Chicago

B.S. Mathematics, Minor in Architectural Studies

2021-2025

2021-2025

Work

Herdora (YC)

Product Designer

Herdora (YC)

Product Designer

Summer 2025

Summer 2025

rabbit, inc.

Product Design Intern

rabbit, inc.

Product Design Intern

Summer 2024

Summer 2024

Media Arts Data & Design Center, University of Chicago

Student Staff

Media Arts Data & Design Center, University of Chicago

Student Staff

2022-2023

2022-2023

Exhibitions

Lilith Yu, Marco Wang, Ken Nakagaki. 2023. Tomo. Ars Electronica Festival, September 6-10, Linz, Austria.

Lilith Yu, Marco Wang, Ken Nakagaki. 2023. Tomo. Ars Electronica Festival, September 6-10, Linz, Austria.