Right at School
Ecosystem Design
2024
Project Manager & UX Designer
Project info
Scope
Design a comprehensive set of design system components for a web3 startup, with a focus on a dark theme to enhance user experience and consistency across their platform.
Process
Collaborated with the startup team to understand their brand, user needs, and technical requirements. Conducted research on dark theme usability and best practices. Developed a series of wireframes and component prototypes using Figma, ensuring they were accessible and visually appealing. Iteratively tested the components with users and refined them based on feedback.
Solution
The dark-themed design system components provided a cohesive and modern look for the web3 startup's platform. The components were well-received by the development team for their ease of use and by users for their visually appealing and intuitive interface, leading to improved user engagement and satisfaction.
Design
List of the changes
Key findings from the research with the solution
Step 2: Capture fit to help the user find the best fit
Step 3 & 4: Select lens type & Prescription
Steps 5 & 6: Shop PLP/PDP, filter & Checkout
Takeaway
Improving my communication skills
During my experience working with the engineering team as the sole UX designer, I learned that effective communication is just as important as design itself. This experience forced me to improve my communication skills by clearly conveying my ideas to the team and presenting them directly to the CEO and founders.
Embracing the challenges
Working in a startup company presented me with many opportunities to experiment and make fast decisions on my own. Although I felt apprehensive at times about the impact of my decisions on the business, this challenge helped me grow and become more confident in my abilities. I learned that challenging yourself and taking risks is essential for personal and professional growth.