Hi, I'm Richmann Addai.

I’m a product designer & software engineer building experiences for the web.

I design and build high performing software products primarily for the web, specializing in web design and development. My design skillset is complemented by my knowledge in software development allowing me to translate designs into code efficiently. I’m currently working with Utopia Tech as a software engineer. Learn more about my work - product design or explore my work - software engineering; web.

A glimpse at my work

Extended Unflitered About - Credit to Chat GPT for helping me polish the rough ends

Hi - again. I’d love to tell you I didn’t always know I wanted to be a Software Engineer, but the truth? I’ve always known and frankly speaking it’s been a journey of curiosity, trial and a LOT of failures that eventually led me to some successes. On the other hand I had no idea I’d ever become a product designer - especially since empathy which is a big part of product design isn’t exactly my strongest suit. It still doesn’t take away from the fact that I’ve had an eye for design for as long as I can remember - from second grade when my art teacher praised me for having a good eye for patterns to the random anime characters I used to draw in middle school to now where I paint as a hobby. I never saw myself walking the path that led to design, yet here I am. Back then, I couldn’t explain why certain colors just worked or why arranging things in a particular way felt so satisfying. It wasn’t until I started learning the principles of design that I realized there’s a method to creating those results. Now, I get to combine that instinct with skill, turning ideas into clean and functional realities but that’s just by the way.

I’ll spare you the typical childhood story about being fascinated with computers and how the TV remote worked - even though there’s some degree of truth to this - but the fact is, my interest lies in why certain products look good. Why they keep their users coming back and what makes them so much more engaging than others and how I can replicate this to solve problems. It’s not something I obsess over, but good design WILL make me stop and pay attention to the details. While I appreciate the value of standardized ‘UX principles,’ I like to go deeper, exploring these ideas through books, observation, and just paying attention to what makes a product feel right.

I didn’t start out in a fancy design studio or as part of a big engineering team. I started like most people - with self-doubt, countless late nights, books books books and more Googling and Chat GPTing in my room than I’d like to admit. But somewhere along late nights spent working on my craft, I realized that I loved solving problems and building systems, especially the kind of problems that impact real people when they’re solved. The kind of solutions that make someone’s life just a little easier, their work a little smoother, or their experience a little bit better.

I won’t pretend to be the biggest people person. Blame it on the introvert in my ambiverted nature - let’s face it, humans can be a pain sometimes. But over the years, I’ve come to deeply appreciate the human side of what I do. Sure, I build websites, apps, and tools, but it’s never just about the code or the design. At the core, it’s about the people who use them. Every project I take on reflects a simple belief: technology should serve, not overwhelm. It’s not about flashy features or overly complex solutions - it’s about creating something that genuinely makes life better for the next person, even in small ways.

I’ve worked hard to carve out a space for myself where two worlds meet: the creative and the technical. Design and development. For me, design is rooted in empathy - a skill I had to consciously learn. It’s about stepping into someone else’s shoes and understanding their needs - seeing through their eyes. Development, though, is where that empathy comes alive. It’s where ideas take shape. I get to take concepts that once seemed impossible and turn them into reality - one feature, one function, and one thoughtful detail at a time

This journey hasn’t been without its challenges. There were moments of doubt, days when things didn’t work no matter how many hours I poured into them, and sleepless nights spent trying to balance work, study, and the pursuit of self-improvement. Yet, every struggle has taught me something invaluable. It’s shown me resilience. It’s taught me to trust the process, to adapt in this ever changing eco system of tech, and to push boundaries - not just for myself but for the people who will use what I create. For the people I work for and with.

Outside of work, I’m just human - flawed, curious, and figuring things out like everyone else. I overthink (not as often but sometimes way too much for my own good). By default, I’m a pretty laid-back guy. I work hard, and I fail more often than I’d like to admit. But that’s life, isn’t it? I stumble, I fall, but I pick myself up, learn from the experience, and keep moving forward. Also, let’s be real - good food will always have a piece of my heart (and yes, I’d absolutely sell our friendship for it). Right now, I’m chasing somebody’s daughter, trying to navigate love like the rest of us. I’m a sucker for good books, Pinterest boards full of inspiration, and, of course, Chelsea - the greatest football team in the world (don’t argue; it’s just facts). I’ve got this thing for dressing sharp and looking good, not just for the sake of appearance but for the sake of appearance ... you get it? Most of the time, you’ll find me in my room, probably working or plotting my next big idea. But I’m working on stepping outside my comfort zone - literally. Exploring the world, meeting new people, and soaking in everything life has to offer is something I’m striving for. Anime? Let me tell you, it’s more than just entertainment. There’s so much depth, emotion, and storytelling to learn from if you give it a chance. It’s a shame more people don’t see that. At the end of the day, I’m just a chill guy - trying to survive, learn, adapt, and win at this thing called life. It’s messy, unpredictable, and sometimes exhausting, but I wouldn’t trade the journey for anything. We’re all just figuring it out, one day at a time, and that’s the beauty of it.

This portfolio? It’s not just a showcase of what I can do - it’s a part of me. I don’t claim to have it all figured out, but I’m committed to growth - to learning through every project especially where I fall short because no matter how “Senior” I get there’ll always something I don’t know and that’s a humbling thought. I’m here for every mistake and every challenge because that’s where growth starts. If you’ve made it this far, thank you. Thank you for taking the time to see the person behind the work.

Reach out to say hello if you’ve liked what you’ve seen, let’s create something together - but beware I bite