I design user-first experiences with empathy, applying design thinking principles and insights to create simple, functional, and meaningful solutions. When I’m not designing, I’m exploring new places or fueling ideas with a good cup of coffee.
I design user-first experiences with empathy, applying design thinking principles and insights to create simple, functional, and meaningful solutions. When I’m not designing, I’m exploring new places or fueling ideas with a good cup of coffee.
I design user-first experiences with empathy, applying design thinking principles and insights to create simple, functional, and meaningful solutions. When I’m not designing, I’m exploring new places or fueling ideas with a good cup of coffee.
10 /
Years of Experience
Story
Driven
Detail
Obsessed
Always
User-First
Designing
With Empathy
Made with Care
Made with Care
Made with Care
Hello there!
I’m Riya Khandelwal
Hello there!
I’m Riya Khandelwal
Hello there!
I’m Riya Khandelwal
Storyteller crafting impactful designs through strong principles and deep curiosity.
Leading branding, packaging, advertising, data viz, and generative AI with clarity and imagination.
Working closely with CEO Office to translate vision into bold, outcome-driven strategies.
Solving real problems with user-first thinking and meaningful connections.
Passionate about Procreate and mastering AI to elevate design speed and quality.
Storyteller crafting impactful designs through strong principles and deep curiosity.
Leading branding, packaging, advertising, data viz, and generative AI with clarity and imagination.
Working closely with CEO Office to translate vision into bold, outcome-driven strategies.
Solving real problems with user-first thinking and meaningful connections.
Passionate about Procreate and mastering AI to elevate design speed and quality.
Services
Services
Branding
Packaging
Art Direction
Advertising
Data Visualisation
Generative AI
Design Strategy
Illustration
Clients
Clients
Hike
DailyObjects
Hyatt
Pa Pa Ya
Lord of the Drinks
Hero
Made in Punjab
Biryani Blues
Tools
Tools
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
Figma
Framer
Keynote
Adobe Premiere Pro
Midjourney
Chat Gpt
Data Visualisation
Design Strategy
Package Design
Branding
UX Design
Generative AI
Advertising
Digital Illustration
User Interface design
Usability Testing
Wireframing
No Bribes, Just Vibes
No Bribes, Just Vibes
No Bribes, Just Vibes
Srajit Agarwal
Design Intern, NID
Working with Riya has been one of the most impactful experiences in my journey. She leads by example with clarity, integrity, and high standards. Even under tight deadlines, she delivers exceptional work and fosters a respectful, focused team culture. Her mentorship shaped my understanding of leadership and collaboration. Any team would be lucky to have her.
Yaman Chourey
Leading Product Design, Hike
Riya is one of the most outstanding designers I’ve worked with in 5 years. She owns every brief with excellence and consistently delivers under high expectations. We've partnered on multiple CEO level projects where Riya brings structure to ambiguity and turns complex ideas into compelling visuals. She’s not just a great designer but also a strategic thinker and dependable collaborator who elevates the whole team.
Udita Chaturvedi
Senior UX Researcher, Hike
Riya is an exceptional designer with a sharp eye for visual storytelling. She consistently delivers high-quality designs that exceed expectations. Her creativity, attention to detail, and deep passion for design make her a tremendous asset to any team. I highly recommend her for any graphic design role.
Chandni Singhal Rao
Lead Partner - People & Culture, Hike
Riya is one of the most talented designers I’ve worked with. Her product thinking and ability to bring narratives to life visually make every piece both beautiful and meaningful. From internal campaigns to learning decks, her work always reflects attention to detail and business impact. She’s thoughtful, sharp, and consistently exceeds expectations. A true partner to any team.
Siara Diyan
Operations Manager, TrnDigital
Collaborating with Riya has always been rewarding. She brings a sharp eye for detail, a customer first mindset, and consistently delivers high quality results. Her dedication and professionalism make her a standout contributor and a true asset to any team.
Srajit Agarwal
Design Intern, NID
Working with Riya has been one of the most impactful experiences in my journey. She leads by example with clarity, integrity, and high standards. Even under tight deadlines, she delivers exceptional work and fosters a respectful, focused team culture. Her mentorship shaped my understanding of leadership and collaboration. Any team would be lucky to have her.
Yaman Chourey
Leading Product Design, Hike
Riya is one of the most outstanding designers I’ve worked with in 5 years. She owns every brief with excellence and consistently delivers under high expectations. We've partnered on multiple CEO level projects where Riya brings structure to ambiguity and turns complex ideas into compelling visuals. She’s not just a great designer but also a strategic thinker and dependable collaborator who elevates the whole team.
Udita Chaturvedi
Senior UX Researcher, Hike
Riya is an exceptional designer with a sharp eye for visual storytelling. She consistently delivers high-quality designs that exceed expectations. Her creativity, attention to detail, and deep passion for design make her a tremendous asset to any team. I highly recommend her for any graphic design role.
Chandni Singhal Rao
Lead Partner - People & Culture, Hike
Riya is one of the most talented designers I’ve worked with. Her product thinking and ability to bring narratives to life visually make every piece both beautiful and meaningful. From internal campaigns to learning decks, her work always reflects attention to detail and business impact. She’s thoughtful, sharp, and consistently exceeds expectations. A true partner to any team.
Siara Diyan
Operations Manager, TrnDigital
Collaborating with Riya has always been rewarding. She brings a sharp eye for detail, a customer first mindset, and consistently delivers high quality results. Her dedication and professionalism make her a standout contributor and a true asset to any team.