I AM
I AM
KAREL
KAREL
Designing with Personality, Authenticity, and Color
Designing with Personality, Authenticity, and Color



ABOUT ME
Hi! I’m Karel Venegas-Cabrera, a multidisciplinary designer with expertise in UX Design, Architecture, Visual Arts, and Photography.
I identify as "Panamexican"—half Panamanian and half Mexican— born and raised in southeastern Michigan, USA. My diverse heritage has profoundly influenced both my personal identity and professional journey, shaping my design sensibilities with a deep commitment to authenticity. I am passionate about expressing Color, Culture, Honesty, and Individuality through my work.
I hold both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Architecture, and during my graduate studies, I had the opportunity to explore courses in Interior Design, Graphic Design, and UX Design. This interdisciplinary approach has made me a more versatile designer, allowing me to draw inspiration from the cultural, societal, and architectural elements I encounter in the places I visit.
While I recognize that there is always more to learn, I take pride in being a quick learner, open-minded, and a designer of many trades.
Outside of designing I am an animal lover, on-demand Barista, and group trip planner
Hi! I’m Karel Venegas-Cabrera, a multidisciplinary designer with expertise in UX Design, Architecture, Visual Arts, and Photography.
I identify as "Panamexican"—half Panamanian and half Mexican— born and raised in southeastern Michigan, USA. My diverse heritage has profoundly influenced both my personal identity and professional journey, shaping my design sensibilities with a deep commitment to authenticity. I am passionate about expressing Color, Culture, Honesty, and Individuality through my work.
I hold both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Architecture, and during my graduate studies, I had the opportunity to explore courses in Interior Design, Graphic Design, and UX Design. This interdisciplinary approach has made me a more versatile designer, allowing me to draw inspiration from the cultural, societal, and architectural elements I encounter in the places I visit.
While I recognize that there is always more to learn, I take pride in being a quick learner, open-minded, and a designer of many trades.
Outside of designing I am an animal lover, on-demand Barista, and group trip planner
Hi! I’m Karel Venegas-Cabrera, a multidisciplinary designer with expertise in UX Design, Architecture, Visual Arts, and Photography.
I identify as "Panamexican"—half Panamanian and half Mexican— born and raised in southeastern Michigan, USA. My diverse heritage has profoundly influenced both my personal identity and professional journey, shaping my design sensibilities with a deep commitment to authenticity. I am passionate about expressing Color, Culture, Honesty, and Individuality through my work.
I hold both Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Architecture, and during my graduate studies, I had the opportunity to explore courses in Interior Design, Graphic Design, and UX Design. This interdisciplinary approach has made me a more versatile designer, allowing me to draw inspiration from the cultural, societal, and architectural elements I encounter in the places I visit.
While I recognize that there is always more to learn, I take pride in being a quick learner, open-minded, and a designer of many trades.
Outside of designing I am an animal lover, on-demand Barista, and group trip planner
EDUCATION
Google UX Design Certificate
Online through Coursera
June - November 2024
University of Michigan
Master of Architecture
2018 - 2021 | GPA 3.9
University of Illinois at
Urbana-Champaign
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
B.S Architectural Studies
2018 - 2021 | GPA 3.7
EXPERIENCE
SEEK Design + Architecture
Project Designer | Chicago, IL
June 2023 - April 2024
CannonDesign
Architecture Intern | Chicago, IL
May - August 2022
ISoA Fabrication Shops
Fabrication Assistant | Urbana, IL
December 2018 - May 2019
SOFTWARE






You could be anywhere else on the internet, but you're here! Thank you for taking a look at my work!
You could be anywhere else on the internet, but you're here! Thank you for taking a look at my work!