JAMES SMET

Design
Systems Lead

A systems-focused product designer specializing in crafting exceptional experiences to help achieve business and user goals.

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I help teams and companies scale through design and systems thinking. With a passion for optimization and a track record of leading design systems initiatives, I strive to empower teams to build and scale cohesive, user-centric experiences that drive meaningful impact.

Product Builders Podcast episode cover: Decoding Design Systems
Product Builders Podcast episode cover: Decoding Design Systems
Product Builders Podcast episode cover: Decoding Design Systems

Podcast Guest Appearance:

Majestyk App's Product Builders Podcast

I was honored to be invited as a guest on Majestyk App's Product Builders Podcast to discuss my expertise in design systems. In this episode, I delve into my journey of pitching and developing the design system for Vagaro, offering insights into the essentials of design systems, recognizing the right time for implementation, and understanding the impact they can have on an organization.


The conversation also addresses common misconceptions surrounding design systems and providing clarity and actionable advice for designers and organizations alike.

I’m a product designer who specializes in feature-building and design systems.

I’m a product designer who specializes in feature-building and design systems.

I’m a product designer who specializes in feature-building and design systems.