Courtney Estes

With over a decade of experience owning and operating a restaurant group, I learned how to design with people at the center, embracing human needs and how small details shape meaningful experiences. Crafting dining environments sparked my passion for design thinking—understanding how customer and staff experiences contribute to a larger system.

Now, as a UX designer, I bring this experience to create intuitive, connected experiences that link people, ideas, and systems. I blend systems thinking, UX design, and taxonomy expertise to build intuitive designs across digital spaces, physical environments, and community-driven projects. I approach every challenge with a fresh perspective and the flexibility to use whatever tools are needed (literally…whatever tool).

As I continue my UX journey, I’m excited to experiment with new tools, 0-1 processes, and expand my design toolkit.