Design isn’t decoration. It’s business strategy.

Design isn’t decoration. It’s business strategy.

For over 15 years as a Product Designer in director and principal roles, I’ve seen companies struggle with the same UX pitfalls: friction-heavy interfaces, confusing user flows, and wasted clicks. I fix these problems. I design digital products that feel natural, intuitive, and seamless—where every click has a purpose and every interaction moves the user forward. No fluff. Just smart design that works.


I’ve built and led product teams from zero to market dominance, guiding both early-stage disruptors and AEX-listed enterprises through the intricate landscape of digital product innovation. I don’t just design interfaces—I architect ecosystems, where strategy, design, and technology seamlessly converge to create intuitive, scalable, and high-impact experiences.


I shape roadmaps, engineer UI frameworks, and refine interaction design with precision—ensuring every decision is grounded in data, behavioral science, and a deep understanding of human cognition. Beyond execution, I mentor high-performing teams, embed design as a strategic growth driver, and transform ambitious ideas into category-defining products that don’t just function—they lead.

For over 15 years as a Product Designer in director and principal roles, I’ve seen companies struggle with the same UX pitfalls: friction-heavy interfaces, confusing user flows, and wasted clicks. I fix these problems. I design digital products that feel natural, intuitive, and seamless—where every click has a purpose and every interaction moves the user forward. No fluff. Just smart design that works.


I’ve built and led product teams from zero to market dominance, guiding both early-stage disruptors and AEX-listed enterprises through the intricate landscape of digital product innovation. I don’t just design interfaces—I architect ecosystems, where strategy, design, and technology seamlessly converge to create intuitive, scalable, and high-impact experiences.


I shape roadmaps, engineer UI frameworks, and refine interaction design with precision—ensuring every decision is grounded in data, behavioral science, and a deep understanding of human cognition. Beyond execution, I mentor high-performing teams, embed design as a strategic growth driver, and transform ambitious ideas into category-defining products that don’t just function—they lead.

It’s not magic. It’s method.

It’s not magic. It’s method.

  1. Product Strategy & Roadmapping

I create digital products that feel effortless and perform under pressure. From 0 to 1, or 1 to 100—I’m there.


• End-to-end product design – From concept to polished, ready-to-ship execution.

• UX & UI audits – Revealing what holds your product back, and how to fix it.

• MVP & go-to-market design – Lean, scalable solutions built for launch.

• Product redesigns – Upgrading SaaS platforms and digital services for growth.

  1. Product Strategy & Roadmapping

I create digital products that feel effortless and perform under pressure. From 0 to 1, or 1 to 100—I’m there.


• End-to-end product design – From concept to polished, ready-to-ship execution.

• UX & UI audits – Revealing what holds your product back, and how to fix it.

• MVP & go-to-market design – Lean, scalable solutions built for launch.

• Product redesigns – Upgrading SaaS platforms and digital services for growth.

  1. UX Architecture & Interaction Design

Users should never have to think about how a product works—it should just work. I create intuitive, high-performance interaction models that make every step effortless.


  • Journey-based UX design – Mapping user flows that minimize friction and maximize efficiency.

  • Reducing cognitive overload – Streamlining interactions so users can focus on outcomes, not interfaces.

  • Conversion-driven microinteractions – Designing behaviorally optimized interfaces that drive action.

  1. UX Architecture & Interaction Design

Users should never have to think about how a product works—it should just work. I create intuitive, high-performance interaction models that make every step effortless.


  • Journey-based UX design – Mapping user flows that minimize friction and maximize efficiency.

  • Reducing cognitive overload – Streamlining interactions so users can focus on outcomes, not interfaces.

  • Conversion-driven microinteractions – Designing behaviorally optimized interfaces that drive action.

  1. Scalable UI Systems & Visual Design

Design isn’t just about what users see—it’s about how systems function at scale. I build modular, adaptable UI frameworks that ensure consistency across platforms.


  • Component-driven design systems – Scalable UI architecture that evolves with the product.

  • Designing for accessibility & performance – Making products intuitive for all users, across all devices.

  • Brand-integrated UI strategy – Creating a seamless balance between functionality and visual identity.

  1. Scalable UI Systems & Visual Design

Design isn’t just about what users see—it’s about how systems function at scale. I build modular, adaptable UI frameworks that ensure consistency across platforms.


  • Component-driven design systems – Scalable UI architecture that evolves with the product.

  • Designing for accessibility & performance – Making products intuitive for all users, across all devices.

  • Brand-integrated UI strategy – Creating a seamless balance between functionality and visual identity.

  1. Data-Driven Iteration & Optimization

Products should evolve based on real user behavior—not assumptions. I continuously refine experiences to improve engagement, retention, and usability.


  • Behavior analytics & user telemetry – Identifying friction points and optimizing critical interactions.

  • Testing & rapid iteration – Continuously improving usability and performance through real-world validation.

  • Performance-tuned UI adjustments – Small refinements that make a big impact on retention and satisfaction.

  1. Data-Driven Iteration & Optimization

Products should evolve based on real user behavior—not assumptions. I continuously refine experiences to improve engagement, retention, and usability.


  • Behavior analytics & user telemetry – Identifying friction points and optimizing critical interactions.

  • Testing & rapid iteration – Continuously improving usability and performance through real-world validation.

  • Performance-tuned UI adjustments – Small refinements that make a big impact on retention and satisfaction.

Taking care with results

Taking care with results

  1. Product Design & UX Leadership

Design that doesn’t drive action is just decoration. I create products that eliminate friction, compel engagement, and scale without breaking.


  • End-to-end Product Design – From concept to launch-ready execution.

  • UX & UI Audits – Diagnosing friction points and unlocking untapped potential.

  • MVP & Go-to-Market Design – Building scalable products ready for real-world users.

  • Redesigns & Optimization – Elevating SaaS platforms and digital experiences to new levels.

  1. Product Design & UX Leadership

Design that doesn’t drive action is just decoration. I create products that eliminate friction, compel engagement, and scale without breaking.


  • End-to-end Product Design – From concept to launch-ready execution.

  • UX & UI Audits – Diagnosing friction points and unlocking untapped potential.

  • MVP & Go-to-Market Design – Building scalable products ready for real-world users.

  • Redesigns & Optimization – Elevating SaaS platforms and digital experiences to new levels.

  1. Scalable Design Systems & UI Frameworks

A product is only as strong as its design foundation. I create scalable design systems that ensure consistency, efficiency, and smooth collaboration between design and development.


  • Component-based UI architecture – Ensuring consistency and maintainability at scale.

  • Brand & identity integration – Unifying function and form into a seamless experience.

  • Developer collaboration & design handoff – Ensuring smooth, frictionless execution in production.

  1. Scalable DSM & UI Frameworks

A product is only as strong as its design foundation. I create scalable design systems that ensure consistency, efficiency, and smooth collaboration between design and development.


  • Component-based UI architecture – Ensuring consistency and maintainability at scale.

  • Brand & identity integration – Unifying function and form into a seamless experience.

  • Developer collaboration & design handoff – Ensuring smooth, frictionless execution in production.

  1. Interim & Consulting Roles

Beyond execution, I provide strategic leadership and hands-on expertise to push product teams and businesses forward.


  • Interim Principal Product Designer – Leading high-stakes design challenges with execution.

  • Design Leadership & Mentorship – Helping teams build best-in-class digital experiences.

  • UX Strategy Consulting – Aligning design efforts with business impact for maximum ROI.

  1. Interim & Consulting Roles

Beyond execution, I provide strategic leadership and hands-on expertise to push product teams and businesses forward.


  • Interim Principal Product Designer – Leading high-stakes design challenges with execution.

  • Design Leadership & Mentorship – Helping teams build best-in-class digital experiences.

  • UX Strategy Consulting – Aligning design efforts with business impact for maximum ROI.

Haarlem, The Netherlands

John Davies, part of Lelie & Davies Beheer B.V.

© 2025 All rights reserved.

Haarlem, The Netherlands

John Davies, part of Lelie & Davies Beheer B.V.

© 2025 All rights reserved.

Haarlem, The Netherlands

John Davies, part of Lelie & Davies Beheer B.V.

© 2025 All rights reserved.