Julie Pedtke
 

hello! I aim to facilitate space for communities to drive the policy, design, and technology decisions that most impact them. I’m trained as an architect, currently work as a design researcher at Coforma, and live in Seattle.

 
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trauma-responsive forms for veterans

Partnered with the VA to redesign a form for Veterans to claim disability compensation for PTSD and other mental health conditions.

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increasing transparency in healthcare

Led service design with providers, patients, and SMEs to help CMS fulfill the No Surprises Act to increase transparency and protect patients from surprise medical bills.

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small space living

Led an immersive field research sprint with urban residents living in tiny apartments to inform new affordable housing offerings.

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innovation development plan

Contributed a chapter to the four-volume print and digital master plan for a Toronto neighborhood, culminating 18 months of public outreach. Coordinated with partner architects, climate scientists, policymakers, and editorial team.

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a day in the life of a neighborhood

Coordinated the design, animation, and installation of a multimedia experience exploring a day in the life of a future Toronto neighborhood.

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