Poyu Chen is a designer at JKR New York, creating brand identities that balance calm, clarity, and playful warmth. Originally from Taiwan, her work blends Eastern minimalism with Western expressive energy, exploring sustainability, mental wellbeing, and human-centered design. To get in touch, or to just say hello, please reach out through my email or LinkedIn ︎︎︎



Experience

2023 - Present
Jones Knowles Ritchie

2023
Landor & Fitch

2022
Invisible North


Selected Clients

Kraft Heinz
Coca-cola
Hilton Group
Pearson
Starbucks
Klarna
Propel

3M
Shein
Education

2021-2023
Pratt Institute
MS Packaging Identities and Systems Design

Recognition

WBDS Design Awards
2026, Silver Winner
Packaging, Product Creation

WBDS Design Awards
2026, Bronze Winner,
Packaging, Sustainable Development

MMA APAC SMARTIES Award
2020 with TenMax

Digital Singularity Award
2019 with TenMax



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Agency: Jones Knowles Ritchie

Role: Packaging Design

Team:
Desig Director - Apirat Infahsaeng
Designer - Daniel Quay, Kieran McMaster


Deliverables: Packaging Design


Client: KD Deluxe

Overview: KD Deluxe - Elevating the Comfort Classic

In this project, I had the opportunity to reimagine Kraft Dinner (KD), transforming the beloved boxed mac & cheese into an elevated experience. KD Deluxe takes the comforting nostalgia of the original and turns up the dial with sophisticated ingredient pairings, finer noodles, and a symphony of textures and flavors.

The visual identity strikes a balance between refinement and accessibility, capturing the excitement of sensory indulgence while staying true to KD’s playful and approachable roots. From the packaging design to the conceptual storytelling, this project showcases how a classic comfort food can evolve into a multidimensional and exciting experience for grown-up tastes.