Curious every day.

Observation and exploration drive my passion to create purposeful innovative products.

Selena Placino graduated from De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde with a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design (Cum Laude) and was part of the pilot cohort of Advance Design’s Offsite— an online program learning real-world design skills taught by industry professionals.

She has worked and collaborated with companies like The Walt Disney Company Inc., KENNETHCOBONPUE, Desall, and Chicco. Selena’s participation in diverse design challenges and projects has earned her well-deserved recognition. To name a few:

Green Concept Award 2021 - Pre-selection - Polli
HAY Talent Award Asia 2020 - Top 100 - Banga Novelty Table Lamp
Chicco: It’s Teething Time! - First Place - Forest Friends Teether Collection
Ishinomaki Lab x HIFI - Kazoku
The James Dyson Award 2018 - National Runner Up - Beacon Temporary Road Barrier
Benilde Industrial Design - Thesis Council Choice Award - Beacon Temporary Road Barrier

Currently, her focus is on designing furniture, lighting, packaging, and everyday objects for both established brands and startups. The majority of her designs are fueled by an insatiable curiosity, keen observations, and a profound understanding of clients' needs. Selena’s creations epitomize her dedication to delivering positive and thoughtful solutions that enhance the human experience.

Exhibitions:

Rebound Lamp Collection featured at EMERGE @ FIND Design Fair Asia 2024

Taho! Bench featured at EMERGE @ FIND Design Fair Asia 2023

Features and Interviews:

Shape Shifter: Industrial Designer Selena Placino | Kanto

Emerging Talents at FIND - Design Fair Asia 2024 | Bluprint

The Future of Filipino Design is in Manila FAME 2023 | Touchpoint

The young designers breathing new life to capiz | NOLISOLI

Community Spotlight: Industrial Designer Selena Placino | Desall Blog