Klaus is a communication designer, researcher, and educator with focus on interaction design (IxD), information design, and integrated design practice. Klaus is co-founder of Design for Emergency Management and World Regional representative for IIID.net. Guided by humanistic values and the exploration of omitted and unconventional methodologies, he advocates for life-centred design principles to aid policymakers and individuals in informed decision-making for adaptable environments.

Klaus (and Anna Brown) are co-authors of chapters in Routledge’s 2023 book release Design for Emergency Management. You can read their chapters here

In his spare time you can find Klaus either on, in or under the sea along Wellington’s coast.