About me

I'm a Product Designer who has shaped digital experiences used by millions of people across fintech, government and healthcare. For more than a decade, I've led design on high-profile projects, pioneered design systems and created products that make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

My approach combines systematic thinking with human-centered design. I believe in creating products that are not just simple and functional, but also scalable and impactful. I spend my days living and working in London, UK, believing that good design can contribute to a better world.

An image of Michael Owen working with post-it notes

What I'm like to work with

"I've found that I can trust Michael with the most sensitive personnel problems, and the most complex interaction problems - this is a quality that's hard to find in one single hire"
Emily, Senior Director of Product at Genesys

"We found his naturally kind, empathetic nature particularly conducive to collaboration"
Christina, Head of Product at Bupa

"Michael is one of the best design practitioners I've ever worked with."
Steven, Design lead at Google

Photography and art

Beyond design, I maintain an interest in landscape photography. While I don't get to practice as often as I'd like, it remains a valuable way for me to explore composition and visual thinking away from screens.

My photography