Design Builder, 11 years deep - now shipping what I design.

I build design systems, shape core product experiences, and use AI-first workflows to go from concept to production. Currently at Hevo Data.

Hey, There! I'm Akhil.
Recently built Clazar design system from the ground up.

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From Idea to App Store - Products I built single-handedly;
Design & Claude!

Built and Shipped at Handled App

Built and Shipped at Handled App

Handled - AI-Powered Productivity App for iOS & macOS

A native, local-first productivity app (Swift/SwiftUI) that unifies tasks, rich notes, and meeting intelligence across iOS, macOS, and watchOS. Features include a Notion-style rich text editor built on TipTap, on-device meeting transcription with automatic summaries and follow-up extraction, real-time Google Calendar sync via OAuth, and cloud sync powered by Supabase with a freemium StoreKit 2 subscription model. Shipped to the App Store with widgets, Live Activities, global hotkey quick-capture on macOS, and a custom design system.

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View on Appstore
ZEPHR, a token-native React UI for AI-assisted product development.

Extensions / Plugins

I built design token toolkit - Browser extensions & Figma plugins

A set of tools built with Claude Code that bridge any live website and your design or dev workflow. Point them at any URL to extract colors, typography, and design language - exported as token files or Figma Variables, ready to drop into your next project.

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View on Chromestore
ZEPHR, a token-native React UI for AI-assisted product development.

Decode File

Helping people understand what they're signing

Insurance policies, offer letters, NDAs. Most people sign these without fully understanding what's in them. Decode File breaks down complex documents clause-by-clause, highlights risks, and surfaces the questions worth asking before you sign.

Built the product end-to-end: problem framing, UX, visual design, and development using Claude & Codex.

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ZEPHR, a token-native React UI for AI-assisted product development.

My Selected Works

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B2B,SaaS,CSOps

MessagePlus: Designing an AI-powered support platform

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Government,Social Impact

Rescue: A Resources Management and Mobilisation

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B2B,SaaS,Cloud

CloudProud: Streamline, Unify, Revolutionize Data

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Additional and more complex work is available and can be shared on request.

A little about me

From zero-to-one builds to scaling enterprise products.

I've spent 11 years building product foundations - design systems, component libraries, and core experiences that teams ship on top of. I've shaped the design language for Hevo, Clazar, Simbian.AI, and MessagePlus, some from scratch, some to help them scale.

I work AI-first. Most of my projects start in Claude, not Figma. I use Claude Code to build and maintain design systems, prototype working UIs, and run UX research workflows. Figma comes in when precision matters — variables, components, visual refinement. The result: fewer handoffs, faster iteration, and design that's closer to production from day one.

11 Years

Designing and shipping products across B2B SaaS, AI, cybersecurity, and data infrastructure.

5+ Companies

From early-stage startups to enterprise platforms. Led an 8-member design team at Hevo.

akhil krishnan holding a dog. Stippled blue and white illustration.

A little about me

From zero-to-one builds to scaling enterprise products.

I've spent 11 years building product foundations - design systems, component libraries, and core experiences that teams ship on top of. I've shaped the design language for Hevo, Clazar, Simbian.AI, and MessagePlus, some from scratch, some to help them scale.

I work AI-first. Most of my projects start in Claude, not Figma. I use Claude Code to build and maintain design systems, prototype working UIs, and run UX research workflows. Figma comes in when precision matters — variables, components, visual refinement. The result: fewer handoffs, faster iteration, and design that's closer to production from day one.

11 Years

Designing and shipping products across B2B SaaS, AI, cybersecurity, and data infrastructure.

5+ Companies

From early-stage startups to enterprise platforms. Led an 8-member design team at Hevo.

akhil krishnan holding a dog. Stippled blue and white illustration.

A little about me

From zero-to-one builds to scaling enterprise products.

I've spent 11 years building product foundations - design systems, component libraries, and core experiences that teams ship on top of. I've shaped the design language for Hevo, Clazar, Simbian.AI, and MessagePlus, some from scratch, some to help them scale.

I work AI-first. Most of my projects start in Claude, not Figma. I use Claude Code to build and maintain design systems, prototype working UIs, and run UX research workflows. Figma comes in when precision matters — variables, components, visual refinement. The result: fewer handoffs, faster iteration, and design that's closer to production from day one.

11 Years

Designing and shipping products across B2B SaaS, AI, cybersecurity, and data infrastructure.

5+ Companies

From early-stage startups to enterprise platforms. Led an 8-member design team at Hevo.

akhil krishnan holding a dog. Stippled blue and white illustration.

People love working with me!

bennoit - ceo of message plus

Benoit Dureisseix 🇫🇷

Founder & CEO
@ Message+

Akhil worked closely with us at MessagePlus across multiple projects — from designing the core product experience from scratch to helping with our website and marketing materials like pitch decks. He’s thoughtful, fast, and always focused on making things clearer and easier for users. What stood out the most was how easy it was to work with him — no fluff, just solid design thinking and reliable execution. He asks the right questions, understands the business context quickly, and brings clarity to ambiguous problems. Whether it was a tight deadline or a last-minute iteration, we could always count on Akhil to deliver without compromising on quality.

Jonathan todd

Jonathan Todd 🇺🇸

Principal Engineer
@ Dropzone AI

As someone who spent a decade as a graphic designer, I truly understand the pursuit of perfection in every deliverable. That's why I can confidently say that Akhil is one of the best UX designers I've ever had the pleasure of working with. Akhil is not only incredibly talented but also a fantastic colleague - prompt, professional, and loyal. If you're looking to enhance your front-end design team with a fully remote designer, Akhil should be your top choice. His dedication and expertise make him an invaluable asset to any project.

Sarath s pillai - ex CTO of Message Plus

Sarath S Pillai 🇳🇱

Tech Lead
@ WellSync

I had the pleasure of working with Akhil on the UX design for our Message+ product, and the collaboration was exceptional. Akhil went above and beyond to understand our needs and goals, delivering user-centric designs that perfectly aligned with our vision.
He seamlessly integrated into our workflow, making communication and decision-making effortless. Akhil's professionalism, approachability, and dedication to excellence ensured a smooth and stress-free process.
I highly recommend Akhil for expert UX design services. His collaborative nature and commitment to outstanding results make him an invaluable partner in bringing your product vision to life.

People love working with me!

bennoit - ceo of message plus

Benoit Dureisseix 🇫🇷

Founder & CEO
@ Message+

Akhil worked closely with us at MessagePlus across multiple projects — from designing the core product experience from scratch to helping with our website and marketing materials like pitch decks. He’s thoughtful, fast, and always focused on making things clearer and easier for users. What stood out the most was how easy it was to work with him — no fluff, just solid design thinking and reliable execution. He asks the right questions, understands the business context quickly, and brings clarity to ambiguous problems. Whether it was a tight deadline or a last-minute iteration, we could always count on Akhil to deliver without compromising on quality.

Jonathan todd

Jonathan Todd 🇺🇸

Principal Engineer
@ Dropzone AI

As someone who spent a decade as a graphic designer, I truly understand the pursuit of perfection in every deliverable. That's why I can confidently say that Akhil is one of the best UX designers I've ever had the pleasure of working with. Akhil is not only incredibly talented but also a fantastic colleague - prompt, professional, and loyal. If you're looking to enhance your front-end design team with a fully remote designer, Akhil should be your top choice. His dedication and expertise make him an invaluable asset to any project.

sarath s d

Sarath S Pillai 🇳🇱

Tech Lead
@ WellSync

I had the pleasure of working with Akhil on the UX design for our Message+ product, and the collaboration was exceptional. Akhil went above and beyond to understand our needs and goals, delivering user-centric designs that perfectly aligned with our vision.
He seamlessly integrated into our workflow, making communication and decision-making effortless. Akhil's professionalism, approachability, and dedication to excellence ensured a smooth and stress-free process.
I highly recommend Akhil for expert UX design services. His collaborative nature and commitment to outstanding results make him an invaluable partner in bringing your product vision to life.

People love working with me!

bennoit - ceo of message plus

Benoit Dureisseix 🇫🇷

Founder & CEO
@ Message+

Akhil worked closely with us at MessagePlus across multiple projects — from designing the core product experience from scratch to helping with our website and marketing materials like pitch decks. He’s thoughtful, fast, and always focused on making things clearer and easier for users. What stood out the most was how easy it was to work with him — no fluff, just solid design thinking and reliable execution. He asks the right questions, understands the business context quickly, and brings clarity to ambiguous problems. Whether it was a tight deadline or a last-minute iteration, we could always count on Akhil to deliver without compromising on quality.

Jonathan todd

Jonathan Todd 🇺🇸

Principal Engineer
@ Dropzone AI

As someone who spent a decade as a graphic designer, I truly understand the pursuit of perfection in every deliverable. That's why I can confidently say that Akhil is one of the best UX designers I've ever had the pleasure of working with. Akhil is not only incredibly talented but also a fantastic colleague - prompt, professional, and loyal. If you're looking to enhance your front-end design team with a fully remote designer, Akhil should be your top choice. His dedication and expertise make him an invaluable asset to any project.

sarath s d

Sarath S Pillai 🇳🇱

Tech Lead
@ WellSync

I had the pleasure of working with Akhil on the UX design for our Message+ product, and the collaboration was exceptional. Akhil went above and beyond to understand our needs and goals, delivering user-centric designs that perfectly aligned with our vision.
He seamlessly integrated into our workflow, making communication and decision-making effortless. Akhil's professionalism, approachability, and dedication to excellence ensured a smooth and stress-free process.
I highly recommend Akhil for expert UX design services. His collaborative nature and commitment to outstanding results make him an invaluable partner in bringing your product vision to life.

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Thanks for stopping by, it means a lot for me! If you feel like connect with me

Drop me an email at

akhil.pazhore[at]gmail[dot]com.

akhil.pazhore[at]gmail[dot]com.

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I’d love to chat about design, trends, or pain points

Dark blue mountain peaks shrouded in clouds.

Thanks for stopping by, it means a lot for me! If you feel like connect with me

Drop me an email at

akhil.pazhore[at]gmail[dot]com.

akhil.pazhore[at]gmail[dot]com.

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I’d love to chat about design, trends, or pain points