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Role : Lead UX UI Designer

Planted App

February 2023

Tools Used: Sketch

BECOME A BETTER PLANT PARENT WITH PLANTED APP

Challenge

Challenge

Objective:

Challenge Overview:

The Apple Developer Academy has initiated a two-week design challenge to create an innovative solution for plant care management, resulting in the Planted app. This challenge aims to address common issues faced by plant enthusiasts, from novices to experienced gardeners, ensuring their plants thrive with minimal hassle.

Develop an intuitive and efficient mobile application, Planted, that assists users in managing the care of their plants. The app should offer accurate plant identification, timely care reminders, and personalized plant care tips, enhancing the overall plant care experience.

Get a brief

understanding

A user-friendly mobile application designed to assist plant parents in nurturing their plants effectively.

By utilizing the phone's back camera, users can scan their plants to receive instant insights and guidance. The app provides real-time feedback on whether the plant requires sunlight or water, along with helpful facts and care tips tailored to each specific plant type. With its intuitive interface and convenient features, Planted aims to empower users to foster healthier and happier plants with ease.

The Problem

The Planted app tackles the common struggle plant owners face: understanding and meeting their plants' needs.

Many struggle to know when to water or provide sunlight, leading to ineffective care and stressed plants. Planted offers a simple solution, giving real-time feedback and personalized care guidance. This helps plant parents confidently nurture their plants to optimal health.

Research

This app was designed to help users become better plant parents, required a thorough understanding of our target audience's needs, behaviors, and challenges. Research played a critical role in shaping the app's design and functionality, ensuring that it would resonate with users and provide real value.


Research Methodology

Uncertainty

Pain Point Analysis

ineffective care

Time constraint s

Research Methods

User Interviews

competitor analysis

observational study

User Persona

Introduction to Information Architecture for Planted App

Planted is more than just a plant care app; it's a community-driven platform that provides personalized advice, plant care reminders, troubleshooting tips, and a space for users to share their plant stories. The app aims to simplify plant care while fostering a sense of connection among plant lovers.

In this case study, we explore the information architecture that underpins Planted. Information architecture (IA) is the backbone of any successful application, organizing content and functionalities in a way that is intuitive and user-friendly. We’ll delve into the key challenges we faced in designing Planted's information architecture, how we addressed them, and the principles we employed to create a seamless user experience.

Challenge : Diverse user Experience levels

Design Process

"Rooted in Creativity, Growing Ideas into Reality".

Client

Apple Developer Academy

Tools
Sketch

I put my Graphic design skills to use

In  conclusion

In conclusion, the two-week project, which was initiated as a design challenge, was successfully completed with the development of a functional prototype. This prototype was subsequently uploaded to TestFlight, allowing for comprehensive testing and feedback collection. The team's dedication and innovative approach were instrumental in overcoming the project's challenges, ultimately delivering a promising prototype ready for the next phase of development.

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