Adam B Wells

Design & Experience Lead at Joby Aviation

Adam B Wells has a comprehensive and diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Adam B began their career at Dyson, where they worked as a Design Engineer for one year, focusing on co-designing and engineering improvements to vacuum cleaners. Wells then moved on to Virgin Atlantic, where they served as an Industrial Designer and played a key role in inventing and co-designing the revolutionary Upper Class Suite for long-haul air travel. Adam B also contributed to the design of surrounding aircraft interiors.

Following their time at Virgin Atlantic, Wells joined Virgin America as a Design Director, leading the design of the airline's launch product experience. Adam B was responsible for creating meticulously crafted aircraft interiors, airport furniture, uniforms, and accessory products. During their tenure, they designed innovative features such as relaxing mood lighting and novel class dividers.

After leaving Virgin America, Wells became the Design Director at Virgin USA, where they focused on developing brand propositions and conceptual product experiences for startup companies incubated by Virgin Group. In this role, they assisted in securing venture capital investments for Virgin Hotels and Virgin Voyages. Notably, Wells created the guestroom design philosophy for Virgin Hotels, aiming to provide unparalleled personalization and a sense of freedom for guests.

Wells then joined Virgin Galactic as the Head of Design, leading the development of the spaceline's product experience. Their responsibilities included designing custom spacecraft seating and interiors, ground facilities, apparel, and branded products. Adam B worked on SpaceShipTwo, designing state-of-the-art seating systems suitable for various flight phases and scenarios.

Most recently, Wells has been working at Joby Aviation as the Design & Experience Lead. Their exact responsibilities in this role are not specified, but it can be assumed that their expertise in industrial design and product experience is being utilized.

Overall, Adam B Wells has amassed a wealth of experience in various design disciplines, particularly in the aviation and hospitality sectors. Their work has involved inventing and creating unique products and experiences while considering technical requirements and delivering exceptional results.

Adam B Wells attended De Montfort University from 1995 to 1999, earning a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Industrial Design Engineering.

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Timeline

  • Design & Experience Lead

    December, 2020 - present

  • Industrial Design Consultant

    June, 2020

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