Pint of Design Presents:

How can digital design be made accessible and inclusive for all?

July 12th, 2025 | C.Space Design Complex

INTRODUCTION

Special Talkshow by VDAS – Connecting the Young Design Community in Vietnam

In an increasingly digital world, every app you use – from learning and shopping to banking and healthcare – has elements crafted by designers.
But are those designs truly usable for everyone, including:

Older adults unfamiliar with technology?
People with disabilities (visual, hearing, or motor impairments)?
Users in remote areas who don’t speak English fluently or lack modern devices?

This is where we need to talk about two essential concepts in modern design:
👉 Accessibility and Inclusive Design.

OUR SPECIAL GUESTS & SPEAKERS

Trương Đình Huy, M.A.

Lead Interaction Designer

Blackfinch Group (UK)

Mr. Truong Dinh Huy, MSc, is currently serving as the Lead Interaction Designer at Blackfinch, a technology company based in the United Kingdom. With over 13 years of experience in interaction and creative design, he is recognized as one of the prominent figures making significant contributions to the global design community. He holds a Master’s degree in Design and has served as a guest lecturer at the University of Lincoln, UK, where he has inspired generations of students in digital design and creative thinking. Throughout his career, Mr. Huy has been honored with numerous prestigious international awards such as the D&AD New Blood Awards, London Design Awards, UX Design Awards, and Decolonisation Design Awards, affirming his personal imprint on groundbreaking and socially conscious projects. His passion for human-centered design, combined with strategic thinking and the application of emerging design methodologies, has enabled him to create impactful products — not only in terms of user experience but also in delivering lasting social value.

Trần Phạm Quỳnh Anh

Digital product designer

WebMD Health Services - Washington, USA

Mrs. Quynh Anh Tran is a seasoned UI/UX Designer with over 10 years of experience working across Vietnam, the UK, and the USA. She has contributed to major digital platforms in sectors such as health tech, education, crypto, and entertainment, including WebMD Health Services (USA), Joblogic (UK), and JobHopin. Her expertise includes building design systems, leading user research, improving digital product experiences, and mentoring young designers. As a design educator and mentor in programs like RMIT Mentorship and CoderSchool, she shares her deep knowledge in UI/UX and creative thinking. Quynh Anh is also active in the mental health and creative education space, having collaborated with NGOs and startups to foster inclusive and human-centered design approaches.

Tô Hương Liên, M.A.

Senior UI/UX Designer

Sioux Technologies

Ms. Lien To is a Senior UI/UX Designer with over 10 years of experience across a wide range of industries including semiconductors, energy, healthcare, travel, eCommerce, and blockchain. She is currently working at Sioux Technologies, where she designs advanced software interfaces used in global testing and inspection systems. She previously held key roles at companies such as FPT Software, VinGroup, Nexttech Group, and contributed to major digital products including CMS, dashboards, mobile apps, and user portals across international markets. Lien holds a Master of Arts in Design from the University of Lincoln, UK, and was awarded First Prize in the Behance Portfolio Review Vietnam 2016 in the UI/UX category. She is also an active mentor in Vietnam’s UX community, helping young designers grow professionally. With a passion for user-centered design that merges elegance with functionality, she continues to deliver impactful, scalable design solutions that elevate digital experiences.

EVENT OVERVIEW

Timing: 9:00 - 13:00 (July 12, 2025)

Venue Sponsor: C.Space Design Complex (12-13 N1 str, Tân Thuận Đông, D.7, Hồ Chí Minh)

Program Objectives:

Organized by the VDAS Design Association, this event aims to help students and early-career designers better understand:

Common design mistakes that make apps, websites, or digital systems difficult to use.
Why we shouldn't design only for young, tech-savvy users.
How you – even as a student – can start applying accessibility principles to your assignments, portfolio, or future products.

Talkshow Highlights:

Introduction to Accessibility and Inclusive Design.
Case analysis: Ugly but usable vs. beautiful but confusing interfaces.
Tools to help you assess whether your design is truly user-friendly.
Open discussion with guest speakers: Experiences from major local and international companies.
Live Q&A: Practical advice for beginners facing real-world challenges.

EVENT PROGRAM

ACTIVITY 1 | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM

Panel & Sharing: In-depth Dialogue – Diverse Perspectives.
This panel session brings together leading experts in UI/UX design, user research, and digital product development to explore current trends, challenges, and practical solutions for creating inclusive and accessible user experiences.
Attendees will gain insights from real-world case studies, expert methodologies, and modern tools shaping the future of human-centered design.

ACTIVITY 2 | 11:30 AM – 13:00 PM

Networking: Connect – Exchange – Be Inspired
This networking session offers valuable opportunities to build professional relationships, explore potential collaborations, and exchange ideas that spark creativity and innovation.
Let’s connect to cultivate a more open, inclusive, and forward-thinking design ecosystem.

EVENT VENUE

C.Space Design Complex

C.Space is a dynamic and modern design complex based in Ho Chi Minh City, developed to foster connections across the design, art, and technology communities. Featuring multifunctional spaces including studios, galleries, co-working areas, and event venues, C.Space provides an inspiring environment for collaboration, learning, and innovation within the creative industries.

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