UX/UI | VISUAL DESIGN
myHome
Case study and prototype for a home device control system
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The Prompt
Envision the home screen of myHome App to include quick device controls, rooms, and any other necessary features. Additionally, create a detailed view for both a light and a window device, allowing users to control brightness, color, and aperture settings.
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Please, note that this project is a case study. It does not include development and implementation, which will require further exploration and testing.
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Please, note that this project is a case study. It does not include development and implementation, which will require further exploration and testing.
My Role
In a design sprint, I applied UX/UI methodology, including research, user persona creation, key principle identification, best-in-class UX implementation, and visual and flow development for both iPhone and iPad app versions.
Outcomes + Deliverables
Case Study
Desktop + Mobile Prototypes
Case Study
Desktop + Mobile Prototypes
User Assumptions + Insights
Jade Hayes is a 42 y.o. marketing manager living in Los Angeles County.
With her husband James and their kids Emma (8) and Ethan (5), plus their dog Max, they just moved in a new suburban home to provide a better environment for their children.
As a busy working mom, Jade values convenience, efficiency, and organization in her daily life, enjoying quality family time and managing household tasks.
With her husband James and their kids Emma (8) and Ethan (5), plus their dog Max, they just moved in a new suburban home to provide a better environment for their children.
As a busy working mom, Jade values convenience, efficiency, and organization in her daily life, enjoying quality family time and managing household tasks.
"Each of us has unique needs and preferences for our devices."
Value
Providing a tailored experience
Providing a tailored experience
Articulation
Enabling Jade and her family to tailor the app experience means giving them the freedom to customize settings and features according to their preferences, ensuring the app aligns perfectly with their individual needs.
Enabling Jade and her family to tailor the app experience means giving them the freedom to customize settings and features according to their preferences, ensuring the app aligns perfectly with their individual needs.
From Sketches to Prototypes
Turning concepts into concrete designs, each iteration hones the vision to uncover the most impactful solutions.
The New Interface
Integrating key needs like intuitiveness and personalization into familiar patterns for a simple, friendly interface.
Design Principles
Design principles for crafting a user-friendly and intuitive interface may include layout hierarchy, dark mode for accessibility, clear typography, and cohesive iconography/photography.