About DesignCraft
Our Mission
DesignCraft was founded on the belief that exceptional design education should be accessible, practical, and transformative. We bridge the gap between academic theory and industry practice, ensuring our students graduate with skills that are immediately valuable in the professional world.
Our approach combines structured learning with creative exploration, mentorship with independence, and technical skills with design thinking. We don't just teach tools—we cultivate designers who understand users, solve complex problems, and create meaningful digital experiences.
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Meet Our Expert Team
Our instructors are seasoned professionals who bring real-world experience from leading design teams at top companies worldwide.
Alexandros Venetakis
Lead UX Instructor
Former Senior UX Designer at Google, with 8 years of experience in user research and product design. Specializes in creating user-centered design processes.
Sophia Dimitrakis
UI Design Specialist
Award-winning UI designer with expertise in design systems and visual interfaces. Previously worked at Spotify and Airbnb, creating scalable design solutions.
Nikos Papadimitriou
Research & Strategy
User research expert with a background in psychology and data analysis. Teaches evidence-based design approaches and usability testing methodologies.
Maria Komninakis
Career Counselor
Former recruiting manager at top tech companies. Helps students navigate career transitions and build compelling portfolios that land dream jobs.
Thanasis Georgakis
Technical Mentor
Full-stack designer with expertise in prototyping and design systems. Bridges the gap between design and development for our students.
Elena Stavrakis
Student Success Manager
Dedicated to ensuring every student reaches their full potential. Provides personalized support and guidance throughout the learning journey.
Our Values
The principles that guide everything we do
Excellence
We maintain the highest standards in education, constantly evolving our curriculum to reflect industry best practices.
Accessibility
Quality design education should be accessible to everyone, regardless of background or previous experience.
Innovation
We embrace new teaching methods, technologies, and approaches to create the most effective learning experience.
Community
We foster a supportive learning community where students and instructors grow together through collaboration.
Our Story
DesignCraft was born from a simple observation: there was a significant gap between what design schools taught and what the industry actually needed. Our founders, all experienced designers and educators, came together in 2019 with a vision to create a more practical, hands-on approach to UI/UX education.
Starting with just 12 students in a small Athens studio, we focused on real-world projects, industry mentorship, and career placement support. Word spread quickly about our graduates' success rate, and within two years, we expanded to accommodate hundreds of students from across Greece and Europe.
Today, DesignCraft has evolved into a comprehensive design education platform, but our core mission remains unchanged: to bridge the gap between learning and doing, between theory and practice, between student and professional designer.
Shaping the Future of Design Education
Design education has undergone a fundamental transformation in recent years, driven by rapid technological advancement and evolving user expectations. Traditional educational approaches often struggle to keep pace with industry demands, creating a skills gap that affects both aspiring designers and employers seeking qualified talent.
Our educational philosophy centers on practical application rather than theoretical abstraction. Students engage with real design challenges from day one, working on projects that mirror actual industry scenarios. This approach develops problem-solving abilities, creative thinking, and technical competency simultaneously, producing graduates who can contribute immediately to professional teams.
The integration of user research, visual design, and usability testing into a cohesive curriculum ensures comprehensive skill development. Students learn to approach design challenges systematically, validating decisions through research and iteration rather than relying solely on aesthetic intuition. This evidence-based approach has become essential in modern design practice.
Furthermore, our commitment to small class sizes and personalized mentorship creates an environment where individual strengths can flourish. Each student receives targeted guidance that acknowledges their unique background, learning style, and career aspirations, resulting in more effective skill development and higher job placement success rates.
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