Highlighted Case Studies

REDESIGNING A TOOL FOR GOOD - 2022

Due to the nature of the work, I can only describe what I did. I can't show the work.

WHAT'S WRONG WITH THE SPACE EXPERIENCE - 2019

Generative research, collaborative problem solving, and presentation skills.

The Design of Sam's Portfolio - 2023

Wireframing, prototyping, and an emphasis on aesthetic design.

Website Build in Webflow

InsightInc.net - Architecture and Interior Design
Atlanta, GA

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Allie Haydon

education

Georgia Institure of Technology

B.S. Industrial Design

Aug 2012 - May 2018

GPA 3.6

User Experience & Service Designer

Finding and communicating the real problem
is the first step to solving the problem.

software

microsoft suite

adobe suite

miro

sketch

figma

webflow

experience

Sr. User Experience Designer

The Home Depot

November 2023 - Present

implementing a new user system for communication template editing

developing effective information architecture based on user research

identifying the areas of greatest opportunity for user experience improvement

collaborating with design system designers to align components with upcoming user system limitations

visualizing findings to communicate user needs and suggested strategy to business partners & balanced team

ask me about

why cows are the best

singing & songwriting

lmusic production

half-ironman training

maker studio

Sr. User Experience Designer

THORN

November 2021 - May 2022

Due to the nature of my project at Thorn, some information cannot be disclosed.

establish UX processes and agile workflow

understand user working patterns to create a service blueprint and highlight pain points

collaborate with users, the balanced team, and data analysts to direct product strategy

User Experience Designer (II)

THe Home Depot

August 2018 - July 2020

implementing exploratory research methods to understand the domain

creating a holistic process map of the flow of information between teams

employing research outcomes and data to demonstrate the need to pivot

inventing & implementing solutions as a team to increase data accuracy and consistency

Outcomes:

a system for collecting and checking data accuracy

a data resource for all of Merchandising at The Home Depot

an estimates savings of $91 million in labor and lost merchandise

Awards

Richard John Livingston Martin Humanitarian Design Award

May 2018

Makes Sense: The Ultrasonic Cane for the Visually Impaired

References

Darryl Prince - UX Senior Manager
‍
Enterprise User Experience at The Home Depot

"[I] highly recommend Allie Traylor for any Designer position. I have had the pleasure of having Allie as a contractor on my team and have been consistently impressed with their exceptional hard skills, leadership abilities, organization, and dedication to excellent work.As a Fullstack Senior Designer, Allie has demonstrated an outstanding ability to effectively handle complex design projects on time. Her proficiency has been instrumental in delivering high-quality, user-centered solutions in a high pressure high visibility space."

Tony Mendioroz - UI/UX Designer
Enterprise Customer Communications at The Home Depot

"Her methodical approach to problem-solving is exceptional. Allie has a unique ability to think strategically and consider the big picture, ensuring solutions are scalable and effective. At the same time, she thoughtfully evaluates all use cases, balancing detail-oriented execution with a clear understanding of broader goals. During a challenging transition, her poise, best practices, and commitment to success enabled seamless collaboration across teams and set everyone up for success."

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