Hey, I am Sofia!

a multidisciplinary designer. I create intuitive user experiences, blending visuals and functionality to drive positive change

What I offer…

  • Three cartoon cloud characters with different facial expressions and shoes standing on a white line against a black background.

    ux research & insights


    I need to understand my users to improve my product.

  • Flowchart illustrating a mobile app interface development process with three screens: a design layout, a main content screen with a sketch of a person holding a light bulb, and a messaging screen with conversation bubbles.

    ui & prototype design


    I need a user-friendly interface for my business.

  • A cartoon character with glasses and hair tied in a bun, sitting at a desk with a laptop, surrounded by icons representing images, charts, tags, store, grid, and palette.

    web & media design


    I need a strong visual identity that connects with my audience.

  • Colorful bulletin board with a banner labeled 'WORKSHOP', displaying various illustrated lightbulb characters, some with glasses, on paper posters pinned to the board.

    workshop facilitation


    I need help bringing together diverse stakeholders to generate ideas.

“When Sofia is given a task to work on, she can completely detach herself from here and now, forget about all the constraints, think out of the box, look at the problem holistically, and come up with the right ideas and questions.”

— Jyoti Sharma, previously Head of Product at Kreatize GmbH

About

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Vagalume DesignLab was born on a quiet evening by the fire during a time of contemplation. After taking almost a year to slow down, reconnect with nature, and rediscover what matters, we need each other.

In design, in life, and in the world. Just like vagalumes (transl. fireflies) in the night, one small light can’t do it all—but together, we can create something unique. Vagalume is about embracing collective thinking, collaboration, going back to basics, and designing with care — for people, for the planet, and for a more hopeful future.

Bring your ideas to Vagalume DesignLab, and together, turn them into something real and impactful, make sure your vision doesn’t stay just a dim glow in the dark— but, stand out where it matters.

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Meet

sofia

I’m Sofia, the designer behind Vagalume DesignLab.

As a multidisciplinary designer, I’m passionate about crafting meaningful user experiences that create a positive impact. My expertise spans UX/UI design, user research, and workshop facilitation, and I approach every project with empathy, a can-do attitude, and a holistic perspective.

“I had the honor of managing Sofia for many years. She's hard-working, self-motivating, curious, creative, will teach herself anything, reliable and empathetic. I would hire Sofia again in a heartbeat.”

— Lisa Witter, Chief Executive Officer at Apolitical Foundation

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Discover, if

is a good fit, to create something meaningful…

⁍ Spark meaningful change for communities, society, and the planet

⁍ Champion collaboration while empowering underrepresented voices

⁍ Building something that matters, creating a lasting impact beyond profit

Passionate about your mission, and see design as an asset in facilitating your impact

Have a new project, idea, or question? Reach out! Can’t wait to connect!