Gabrielle Kyra Sumilang

Gabrielle Kyra Sumilang

Hello! I’m a UX researcher focused on transforming data into meaningful, human-forward experiences.

I specialize in mixed-methods research & accessible communication, with a goal of crafting intuitive solutions toward more equitable futures.

Amazon Alexa

Improving first-time user onboarding for Amazon’s “headless” devices.

#usability-testing

#voice-ui

#cross-platform-ux

KidsTeam UW

Partnering with children to co-design the future of their technology.

#participatory-design

#rapid-ideation

#physical-prototying

City of Bellevue | Utilities Department

Innovating the recycling process for Washington’s Bellevue residents.

#mixed-methods-research

#community-based-design

#coming-soon

Research Publications

ACM SIGDOC 2022 | Extended Abstract & Poster

Reassessing content design guidelines for visual accessibility, usability, and storytelling

Human-centered computing • Content design • Accessibility design & evaluation methods

ACM SIGDOC 2021 | Industry Case Study

Accountability for the hidden codes toward a better user experience: Case study of HRsimple communication design for web accessibility and SEO

Web accessibility • Search engine optimization • Empirical studies in accessibility