Bethany Van Houten

Bethany Van Houten is a design researcher with a foundation in Industrial Design and UX, and experience across industries including automotive, consumer products, medical devices, and furniture. She’s passionate about embedding research throughout the product development process to drive innovation, enhance usability, and create joyful experiences. Bethany is a strong advocate for inclusive design, believing that diverse teams are key to building better, more equitable products. She’s committed to inclusive research practices that help product teams truly understand and meet the needs of their users. Her work centers on turning user insights into clear, actionable guidance that empowers teams to design with empathy and purpose.

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