I shape how people
feel, understand & connect.
I shape
how people
feel,
understand &
connect.

design  ·  psychology  ·  storytelling

Explore Design Talk to Me

A living project about climate & perception

A digital convergence where raw earth meets refined algorithm, translating the silent pulse of the soil into a visceral aesthetic of ecological rebirth.

Soilgorithm
Visual ArtClimateGenerative
Soilgorithm
Installation·2026

Selected work

A curated collection of my explorations across disciplines, blending logic with aesthetic intuition.

Neon Shadows 1
BrandingVisual Art
Neon Shadows 1
Branding·2024
Neon Shadows 2
Product
Neon Shadows 2
Product Design·2024
Neon Shadows 5
UX
Neon Shadows 3
UX Design·2023
Neon Shadows 3
Branding
Neon Shadows 4
Branding·2023
Neon Shadows 4
ServiceProduct
Neon Shadows 5
Service Design·2023
Neon Shadows 6
Photography
Neon Shadows 6
Photography·2024

About Me

April Gao The Face Behind Okpok

Hello, I'm April Gao — a Product Designer, Psychological Counselor, Writer, and Violinist.

Based in Shenzhen, I help products and brands earn trust and choice by blending design thinking with storytelling. With more than 15 years at leading tech companies, I specialize in translating complex ideas and human insights into clear, resonant experiences. My work is fueled by a unique cross-disciplinary perspective: I apply the vision of a designer, the empathy of a counselor, the narrative logic of a writer, and the rhythm of a violinist to shape not only how products look, but how they communicate and feel. I don't just design interfaces; I create the stories they tell, and how people stay connected with them — in the AI era.

I listen.
I translate.
I structure.
I create.
15+ Years of Design Experience
For Products and Brands
  • Design Research
  • Design Strategy
  • Product & User Experience Design
  • Brand Strategy & Identity
  • Visual Design
  • Service Design
  • Design Workshop
Licensed Psychological Counselor (Level 2)
For Individuals and Groups
  • Personal Growth & Mental Maturity
  • Anxiety & Stress Management
  • Relationships & Connection
  • Career & Life Path Planning
  • Individual Counselling
  • Group Guidance
  • Group Counselling