About me


Maria Pustynnik

I'm a Lead Service and Product Designer who loves turning chaos into simplicity.

I'm drawn to complex, messy problems - the kind where there's no clear answer and you have to explore, connect the dots, and shape something that actually works. I enjoy bringing together user needs, business goals, and technical constraints, and turning that complexity into something clear and usable.

I naturally step into facilitation and leadership, helping teams align, move decisions forward, and work better together. I also care about individual growth and actively mentor designers in developing their skills.

Outside of work, I'm equally drawn to a bit of chaos: hiking in minus degrees, sailing, early runs in Scandinavian rain, or slowing down at home with a good meal. It's all part of how I reset, reflect, and stay curious.


What I do

  • Service and product design
  • Product strategy
  • UX leadership
  • Facilitation
  • Design mentoring

Currently at

Nordea, Copenhagen

Outside of work

  • Hiking
  • Sailing
  • Running
  • Ice-swimming