Sonora
AI music · Freelance client project
An AI music app and website designed for a freelance client to help people turn their feelings and ideas into music.
I’m a Product Designer that focused on solving real user problems through research and thoughtful design.
I design experiences that are simple, useful and accessible for everyone.
Babalola Quadri.
Senior Product Designer
Selected projects · 4
Explore My Work
A collection of digital products and experiences I've worked on, exploring how thoughtful design can solve real problems and make everyday tasks easier.
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View Case StudyConstructLink
Construction technology · Product concept
A proposed platform that connects construction professionals to jobs, teams and potential clients across different states in Nigeria.
View Case StudyGift Shopping
E-commerce · Client project
A gift-shopping app and website designed to help people discover suitable gifts, compare prices and place orders without the stress of visiting multiple shops.
View Case StudyBaiz Bank
Fintech · Digital banking concept
A digital banking design project focused on making everyday banking activities easier to understand and manage.
The thinking behind the design
A Little About ME
01 — Design has always been part of me
I've always had a natural interest in design, especially colours, visual balance and how different elements come together. My curiosity eventually led me to Figma when I saw a friend working with it. I wanted to understand how it worked, and that curiosity became the beginning of my journey into Product Design.
02 — I believe good design starts with understanding
Before I start designing, I want to understand the people using the product, the problems they face and what the business is trying to achieve. I believe beautiful screens mean very little when the experience behind them doesn't solve a real problem.
03 — I enjoy making complicated things feel simple
One thing I genuinely enjoy is taking complex ideas, processes and workflows and turning them into experiences people can understand and use with confidence. I pay attention to the little details because sometimes the smallest design decisions make the biggest difference.
04 — I design with people and business in mind
With over five years of experience in Product Design and experience working with real clients as a Senior Product Designer, I've worked on products from the early stages through interface design. I enjoy collaborating with developers and other stakeholders to ensure that what we design works beyond the screen.
05 — I'm always exploring what's possible
Technology keeps changing, and so does the way we design. I enjoy exploring new technologies, experimenting with AI tools, studying successful products and building new concepts. I'm always looking for better ways to think, create and solve problems without losing sight of the people we're designing for.
My everyday toolkit
- Figma
- Claude Code
- FigJam
- Icons8
- ChatGPT
- Lovable
- Jira
My professional journey
Where I've BEEN
01 — Ministry of Innovative Science and Technology, Lagos State
Senior Product Designer
May 2026
Contributing to product design initiatives, translating complex requirements into intuitive digital experiences while considering user needs and organisational goals.
May 2026
02 — ABAT
Senior Product Designer
July 2025 – May 2026
Worked on the design of an attendance and records management platform, focusing on creating intuitive experiences for managing attendance information and records.
July 2025 – May 2026
03 — MIST
UI/UX Design Supervisor
October 2024 – June 2025
Supervised UI/UX designers, providing design direction, reviewing design work, assigning tasks and ensuring consistency and quality across design deliverables.
October 2024 – June 2025
04 — Lexilet Integrity
UI/UX Designer
June 2022 – July 2023
Contributed to user interface and experience design, focusing on creating functional, accessible and user friendly digital experiences.
June 2022 – July 2023
05 — Freelance
UI/UX Designer
September 2020 – January 2022
Started my professional design journey by working independently on digital design projects, developing my skills in user experience, interface design and problem-solving.
September 2020 – January 2022
Behind every design decision
How I THINK
Every project starts with curiosity. I take time to understand the problem properly before designing anything, then move step by step from research to a solution that feels simple and works for real people.
01 — Understand the Problem
I start by understanding the problem, the people experiencing it and what they need to achieve.
02 — Research and Define
I gather useful information, explore user needs and identify the main problems that the design needs to address.
03 — Explore and Design
I translate the findings into user flows, wireframes and interface designs. I explore different ideas before developing the most suitable direction.
04 — Test and Refine
I test the design, gather feedback and make improvements to ensure the experience is clear, useful and easy to navigate.
Beyond the interface
What I BRING
The strengths I carry into every project, from the first sketch to the final screen.
01 — Problem Solving
I turn complex challenges into practical product solutions, focusing on what matters most to users and the business.
02 — UX Thinking
I prioritise usability and create experiences around real user needs, ensuring every interaction has a clear purpose.
03 — Visual Craft
I pay attention to typography, colours, spacing, consistency and the smallest details that make an interface feel complete.
04 — Product Collaboration
I enjoy working with developers, stakeholders and other designers to bring ideas to life and ensure design decisions work beyond the screen.
05 — Continuous Exploration
I explore emerging technologies, experiment with AI tools and study successful products to discover better ways of designing and building digital experiences.
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