Leo Mühlfeld

Design is a form of care.
It doesn't demand perfection, only attention;
to the stories we tell, and the things we build.

Leo Mühlfeldhe/him

Is a Designer working with clients from science, culture and industry translating ideas and fascination into tangible experiences.

In Use

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Design Philosophy

I make a plea for rougher design; stuff you can stumble over, hold on to. Designs that deepen our connection to the things we use by inviting us to seamfully engage with their complexity. Only then can we build meaningful, transparent relationships and see ourselves not just as users, but as capable, critical actors: ready to shape, not just adapt.

Down to the Details

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Systemic Approach

I approach design withintent and contextual awareness. Creating integrated results requires understanding how each project fits within broader systems of ideas, people, and use. I navigate across disciplines thoughtfully, bringing collaborators on board to ensure every aspect is considered. This perspective helps ensure every element aligns, connects, and contributes to a coherent outcome.

Behind the Scenes

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Now you know my story.

Reach out, to learn more about how we can tell yours.

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Experience

Ongoing
Freelance Designer
Projects

Dec 2024
Joined Design in Gesellschaft
Space

Mar 2023 – Sep 2023
Junior Designer at dform, office for design
Company

Oct 2022 – Mar 2023
Design Intern, dform office for design
Company

2019 – 2022
Digital Fabrication Workshop Manager,
University of Applied Arts Vienna
University

Jun 2016
Internship, Maresch & Sturm OG
Company

Jun 2015
Internship, Hello we are OG
Company

Jun 2014
Internship, ORF OMC
Company


Edu

2018 – 2024
University of Applied Arts Vienna
Design Investigations, Prof. Anab Jain
Studio

Mar 2022 – Jun 2022
University of Applied Arts Vienna
Industrial Design 1, Prof. Stefan Diez
Studio

2012 – 2017
dieGraphische
Department: Multimedia
Institute


Workshops

Machine Thinking • for Everyday A.I.
Vienna, 2025
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AI in science futures • with Stefan Schönauer
VISTA Science Experience Center, 2025
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Machine Thinking • for AI Empower
Vienna, 2025
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Machine Thinking • for Everyday A.I.
Vienna, 2024
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DecodeAI • for ARS Electronica
Saalfelden, 2024
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Talks

Archipellago of Possible Futures,
ARS Electronica 2025, Linz
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Exhibitions

Large Language Writer
VIENNA DESIGN WEEK 2025
Vienna, 2025

Large Language Writer
S+T+ARTS @ ARS Electronica 2025
Linz, 2025

Super Portal
Valhelmland, with DING 2025
Gothenburg, 2025

Serpentine
Design Everyday
Vienna, 2024

Large Language Writer
Vienna Design Week
Vienna, 2024

Large Language Writer
Angewandte Festival
Vienna, 2024

Centaur Design
Angewandte Festival
Vienna, 2023

Die Letzten ihrer Art
Bundeskunsthalle Bonn • für dform
Bonn, 2022

Centaur Design
DingDong • Design in Gesellschaft
Vienna, 2022

Renunciation Rebellion
Angewandte Festival
Vienna, 2022

Renunciation Rebellion
Performance • Muesumsquartier
Vienna, 2022

Centaur Design
Vienna Design Week
Vienna, 2021

Talking House
Gepäckausgabe • für Lucy Li
Glarus, 2021

Soul Sweeper
Angewandte Festival
Vienna, 2021

Centaur Design
Angewandte Festival
Vienna, 2020

Credit Criminals
Vienna Design Week
Vienna, 2019

Credit Criminals
Angewandte Festival
Vienna, 2019

The best is yet to come
ARS Electronica U19
Linz, 2019


Press

Falstaff Living, Feature
2025

DiePresse Schaufenster, Feature with DING
2025

Prix ARS Electronica 2025, Catalogue
2025

Radio OE1 (feature)
2024

Radio Wien (feature)
2024

Salzburger Nachrichten • APA (article)
2024

Dezeen (article)
2022

Cyber Arts
2016