design systems
visual identities
narratives
interfaces
experiences
paintings
design systems
visual identities
narratives
interfaces
experiences
paintings
Headspace: Redesign
FOCUS TOOLS
A conceptual redesign of the mindfulness app, Headspace, as a UI/UX Mentee at Out in Tech, under the guidance of Alice Lee. The redesign addressed low home screen engagement and clarified content library navigation.
Over the course of six weeks:
- Created wireframes, a low fidelity prototype, and a high fidelity prototype
- Performed usability testing
- Created user personas
- Designed and conducted user research interviews
- Completed a competitive analysis
I learned the importance of:
- Designing for a variety of user personas
- Utilizing design systems to aid time-constrained users
- Leveraging free content to build a subscriber base
Research revealed user expectations surrounding in-app guidance, user identification with illustrations, and the influence of icon location. After studying the app’s existing interface, I deepened my appreciation of the user flows and their correspondence to the content library’s offerings. The largest challenge I encountered was negotiating my redesign with the release of two updates that included major changes to the user interface. With additional time and funding, I would have brought on additional researchers and increased the number of interviewees.