Compared to low-fidelity prototypes, mid-fidelity prototypes address many shortcomings present in initial designs. By incorporating additional animation effects, they achieve a more professional overall appearance. In mid-fidelity prototypes, we strive to ensure all users can browse and retrieve relevant information with greater ease. Simultaneously, we gather feedback to continuously refine the content of the mid-fidelity… Continue reading Introduction
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Ethical & Sustainable Design Commentary
The website demonstrates its ethical integrity by incorporating principles of privacy protection, accessibility, transparency, and fairness into its design: it collects only the most essential data and clearly informs users about data usage; its interface adheres to accessibility standards, enabling seamless access for users with varying abilities; and it ensures users maintain full control over… Continue reading Ethical & Sustainable Design Commentary
Feedback & Iteration
I asked three friends for their initial feedback on my mid-fidelity design. Above are their thoughts on my early concepts. I incorporated some suggestions to improve the website design, such as adjusting the guidelines to ensure consistent spacing between images and fixing button sizes that were too large or too small. However, I didn’t fully… Continue reading Feedback & Iteration
User-Centred Design Decisions
Decisions made with user needs, goals, usage scenarios, and experience at the core. Users found complex navigation challenging, leading to the adoption of a more streamlined interface structure. This includes combinations of text and images. Interaction design is equally crucial, as it directly impacts each user’s experience. Convenient and clear interaction design helps users minimize… Continue reading User-Centred Design Decisions
Call to Action (CTA) Strategy
In this article, I will explain the different types of CTAs on a website and describe their purpose. CTAs tell users what to do next, reducing cognitive load and enhancing a seamless experience. They also give users a greater sense of control over website navigation. For example, using visually prominent buttons allows users to discover… Continue reading Call to Action (CTA) Strategy
Figma Prototype Walkthrough
I placed the webpage title in the bottom-left corner and positioned the entry button in the bottom-right corner to create visual balance. Then, I placed an animated photo as the background across the entire bottom of the webpage, enlarging the overall image. I adjusted the text color to contrast with the photo’s background, making the… Continue reading Figma Prototype Walkthrough
Initial Wireframes & Layouts
First, an initial wireframe allows me to quickly define the content framework for my project. Through a concise page structure, I can swiftly grasp content priorities and page organization, effectively avoiding distractions from premature discussions about visual styles that might divert attention from the core objectives. Second, as an intuitive visual tool, it provides a… Continue reading Initial Wireframes & Layouts
Research Blog
The Participatory Collective‘s Meaning and Introduction. And understanding of its mission: To understand what a true Participatory Collective is, I consulted numerous websites (such as Oshi and butterflies) in hopes that these resources would help me better grasp the meaning of this term. 1.Butterflies This website focuses on assisting individuals experiencing memory decline through an… Continue reading Research Blog