Howdy there!
I’m Riley Barrett, a User Experience Designer currently at Gartner and founder of Barrett Designs. I create intuitive, scalable interfaces for enterprise software and teach UI/UX at TCU. Whether I’m working in Figma, mentoring students, or running my agency, I focus on solving real problems with clear, human-centered design.
Alittle about me
Owning & operating my own design agency
Earned my Master of Human Computer Interaction at Iowa State University
Shipped dozens of awesome products
Adjunct Professor at Texas Christian University teaching UI/UX Design
Recent
Projects
Re-architecting Discovery on a 1M+ Monthly Traffic Platform
Redesigning a marketplace that led to an increase in 5% product page conversions
View Design
Making Long-Lived Knowledge Discoverable in Peer Communities
Improving findability & creating a richer method to share resources
View Design
Enabling Analyst & Peer Interaction on Gartner Research
Improving findability & creating an information rich resource
View Design
Articles
I’ve Written
Navigating Success: The Importance of Intuitive Navigation in New Digital Products
In the digital world, first impressions are incredibly important. As users encounter a new app or website, their ability to navigate smoothly and intuitively through the platform significantly impacts their overall experience and, ultimately, their satisfaction and retention. It sounds simple but navigation can easily get over bloated and confusing, fast.
Understanding UI/UX: A Game Changer for Small Businesses
Understanding and investing in UI/UX can significantly enhance customer satisfaction, drive engagement, and ultimately boost business growth. Let’s dive into what UI/UX is and explore how it can transform small businesses!
Don’t Go Straight to Development: The Power of Interactive Prototypes
Market and user needs are constantly changing and this is why startups and digital innovation have to pivot. The ability to quickly and effectively validate ideas before diving into full-scale development is invaluable from a time and cost perspective.
RileyBarrett.
© Copyright 2026
Howdy there!
I’m Riley Barrett, a User Experience Designer at Gartner and founder of Barrett Designs. I create intuitive, scalable interfaces for enterprise software and teach UI/UX at TCU. Whether I’m working in Figma, mentoring students, or running my agency, I focus on solving real problems with clear, human-centered design.
Alittle about me
Owning & operating my own design agency
Earned my Master of Human Computer Interaction at Iowa State University
Shipped dozens of awesome products
Adjunct Professor at Texas Christian University teaching UI/UX Design
Recent
Projects
Re-architecting Discovery on a 1M+ Monthly Traffic Platform
Redesigning a marketplace that led to an increase in 5% product page conversions
View Design
Making Long-Lived Knowledge Discoverable in Peer Communities
Improving findability & creating a richer method to share resources
View Design
Enabling Analyst & Peer Interaction on Gartner Research
Utilizing AI tools to explore & research leadership driven initiatives with a quick turnaround
View Design
Articles
I’ve Written
Navigating Success: The Importance of Intuitive Navigation in New Digital Products
In the digital world, first impressions are incredibly important. As users encounter a new app or website, their ability to navigate smoothly and intuitively through the platform significantly impacts their overall experience and, ultimately, their satisfaction and retention. It sounds simple but navigation can easily get over bloated and confusing, fast.
Understanding UI/UX: A Game Changer for Small Businesses
Understanding and investing in UI/UX can significantly enhance customer satisfaction, drive engagement, and ultimately boost business growth. Let’s dive into what UI/UX is and explore how it can transform small businesses!
Don’t Go Straight to Development: The Power of Interactive Prototypes
Market and user needs are constantly changing and this is why startups and digital innovation have to pivot. The ability to quickly and effectively validate ideas before diving into full-scale development is invaluable from a time and cost perspective.
RileyBarrett.
© Copyright 2026