Vivek Kumar

Staff Product Designer living in India

Issue #478 April 5, 2025

About

Vivek Kumar is a Staff Product Designer, currently crafting Design Systems & Tools at Disney+ Hotstar, helping build the future of entertainment experiences for millions of people globally. He is currently a Design Standards Lead where he helps shape the Design Systems, Tools & Frameworks.

He was previously the Lead Product Designer at Zoomcar.

You can checkout the full list of his Work & Play Essentials here.

Photos

10 images

Gear

6 items

Desk PurpleArk Sit-Stand Desk

Chair Featherlite Helix High Chair

Desk IKEA Alex Drawer + Storage + Desk Drawers Unit Buy

Monitor Arm Monitor Arm with Laptop Tray

Desk Mat Daily Objects Leather Desk Mat Buy

Accessories IKEA Signum Cable Rack

Interview

3 questions

› What is the most recent item that you've added to your workspace?

I recently added a Xiaomi Monitor Light Bar to my workstation. It helps in reducing strain on the eyes during late evening work sessions.

› How do you spark creativity?

Honestly, I try to spark creativity by disconnecting from the internet and letting my mind rest. I have realised that inspiration generally comes to me when I'm not actively trying to solve a problem. I get ideas from everywhere - nature, books, cooking, and especially travelling as it exposes me to new cultures and experiences.

› What does your typical day look like?

Most days I start my mornings around 7:30 or 8, taking it slow and peaceful. After a refreshing cold shower, I enjoy a cup of cold brew black coffee, occasionally with a book, and settle at my desk by 9:30 to begin my workday.I usually kick-off by catching up on slack messages and emails. The rest of the workday involves multiple meetings, engaging in critiques, collaborating closely with designers and engineers, with a focussed time for deep work on a few days. I try to wrap up work by 6:30 or 7, and call it a day after sifting through the unread slack messages and emails.