Buddy Blast
Buddy Blast
Your Gateway to Real Connections Beyond the Screen
Your Gateway to Real Connections Beyond the Screen
Buddy Blast
Your Gateway to Real Connections Beyond the Screen
Buddy Blast is not just an app; it's a doorway to authentic connections. Breaking free from the limitations of conventional social platforms, it brings people together through shared experiences, blending the digital and real-life spheres for a more meaningful social journey.
Buddy Blast is not just an app; it's a doorway to authentic connections. Breaking free from the limitations of conventional social platforms, it brings people together through shared experiences, blending the digital and real-life spheres for a more meaningful social journey.
Project Duration
Project Duration
September-December 2023 (12 weeks)
September-December 2023 (12 weeks)
My Role
My Role
Solo Student Project at University of Brightion
Solo Student Project at University of Brightion
Tools Used
Tools Used
Figma, FigJam,
Figma, FigJam,
PROBLEM STATEMENT
PROBLEM STATEMENT
The lack of genuine physical connections poses a challenge
The lack of genuine physical connections poses a challenge
The lack of genuine physical connections poses a challenge
As a postgraduate student navigating a new country for university, myself and many peers encountered challenges in meeting like-minded individuals, leading to feelings of isolation. While we connected digitally, the lack of physical interaction posed hurdles in forming meaningful relationships.
As a postgraduate student navigating a new country for university, myself and many peers encountered challenges in meeting like-minded individuals, leading to feelings of isolation. While we connected digitally, the lack of physical interaction posed hurdles in forming meaningful relationships.
COMPETITOR ANALYSIS
COMPETITOR ANALYSIS
The competition lacks spontaneous real time group formation and live activity streaming
The competition lacks spontaneous real time group formation and live activity streaming
The competition lacks spontaneous real time group formation and live activity streaming
I examined five popular apps in this niche. Surprisingly, none of them incorporated features like "tag along". spontaneous group creation, or live activity streaming, restricting their capacity to provide an engaging and spontaneous user experience. This gap created an opportunity for our innovative solution.
I examined five popular apps in this niche. Surprisingly, none of them incorporated features like "tag along". spontaneous group creation, or live activity streaming, restricting their capacity to provide an engaging and spontaneous user experience. This gap created an opportunity for our innovative solution.
RacketPal
Bumble
Eventbrite
Meetup
TickPick
Hey! VINA
RacketPal
RacketPal
Bumble
Bumble
Eventbrite
Eventbrite
Meetup
Meetup
TickPick
TickPick
Hey! VINA
Hey! VINA
USER INTERVIEW
USER INTERVIEW
80% of users expressed a strong desire for meaningful genuine connections
80% of users expressed a strong desire for meaningful genuine connections
80% of users expressed a strong desire for meaningful genuine connections
Conducted virtual interviews with a diverse group of participants, including college students and working professionals. Used open-ended questions and scenarios to explore their experiences and preferences. The insights gathered inform key decisions for the Buddy Blast app. I have drafted a script for the interview some of the questions are mentioned below and then organized my data through affinity mapping.
Conducted virtual interviews with a diverse group of participants, including college students and working professionals. Used open-ended questions and scenarios to explore their experiences and preferences. The insights gathered inform key decisions for the Buddy Blast app. I have drafted a script for the interview some of the questions are mentioned below and then organized my data through affinity mapping.
INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
INTERVIEW QUESTIONS
How do you typically go about connecting with like-minded people, and have you faced any challenges or preferences in this process?
How do you typically go about connecting with like-minded people, and have you faced any challenges or preferences in this process?
Can you share a positive or negative experience from using a social or activity-based platform to connect with like-minded individuals?
Can you share a positive or negative experience from using a social or activity-based platform to connect with like-minded individuals?
What factors influence your decision to connect with someone or join a community of like-minded individuals ?
What factors influence your decision to connect with someone or join a community of like-minded individuals ?
How comfortable are you with adopting new technologies, especially in the context of social or activity apps ?
How comfortable are you with adopting new technologies, especially in the context of social or activity apps ?
USER PERSONA
USER PERSONA
Carefully crafted user personas after analyzing data from user interviews
Carefully crafted user personas after analyzing data from user interviews
Carefully crafted user personas after analyzing data from user interviews
DESIGN INSPIRATION
DESIGN INSPIRATION
Crafting a distinct identity for buddy blast
Crafting a distinct identity for buddy blast
Using inspirations and design approach I thoughtfully curated moodboard. The logo and branding process aimed to encapsulate the essence of spontaneous connections, ensuring a vibrant and user-centric brand experience for Buddy Blast.
Using inspirations and design approach I thoughtfully curated moodboard. The logo and branding process aimed to encapsulate the essence of spontaneous connections, ensuring a vibrant and user-centric brand experience for Buddy Blast.
Moodboard
Moodboard
Immerse yourself in Buddy Blast’s inspiration mosaic — a fusion of nature, Spider-Man's resilience, and our golden ratio-themed logo. Discover the essence of our color palette, UI inspirations, and envision possibilities with a 3D avatar.
Immerse yourself in Buddy Blast’s inspiration mosaic — a fusion of nature, Spider-Man's resilience, and our golden ratio-themed logo. Discover the essence of our color palette, UI inspirations, and envision possibilities with a 3D avatar.
Logo
Interconnected inverted question marks on a regal purple backdrop signify mutual interest exchange. This minimalist logo conveys clarity, innovation, and a commitment to diverse perspectives through shared activities.
Logo
Interconnected inverted question marks on a regal purple backdrop signify mutual interest exchange. This minimalist logo conveys clarity, innovation, and a commitment to diverse perspectives through shared activities.
50+ Screens
50+ Screens
Branding
Branding
DESIGN INSPIRATION
Crafting a distinct identity for buddy blast
Using inspirations and design approach I thoughtfully curated moodboard. The logo and branding process aimed to encapsulate the essence of spontaneous connections, ensuring a vibrant and user-centric brand experience for Buddy Blast.
Moodboard
Immerse yourself in Buddy Blast’s inspiration mosaic — a fusion of nature, Spider-Man's resilience, and our golden ratio-themed logo. Discover the essence of our color palette, UI inspirations, and envision possibilities with a 3D avatar.
Logo
Interconnected inverted question marks on a regal purple backdrop signify mutual interest exchange. This minimalist logo conveys clarity, innovation, and a commitment to diverse perspectives through shared activities.
50+ Screens
Branding
DESIGN INSPIRATION
DESIGN INSPIRATION
Enhancing user experience through persona-driven task analysis and journey mapping
Enhancing user experience through persona-driven task analysis and journey mapping
Enhancing user experience through persona-driven task analysis and journey mapping
I utilized personas to construct a hierarchical task analysis. This analysis served as the foundation for creating a journey map, effectively pinpointing pain points and identifying opportunities for enhancement.
I utilized personas to construct a hierarchical task analysis. This analysis served as the foundation for creating a journey map, effectively pinpointing pain points and identifying opportunities for enhancement.
ITERATIONS
ITERATIONS
3-key design influence
3-key design influence
3-key design influence
Based on other feedback from mentors, I then iterated my design over and over again and these are the following improvements that i made in my design.
Based on other feedback from mentors, I then iterated my design over and over again and these are the following improvements that i made in my design.
Refreshed Home Screen
I've revamped the home screen to make it more user-friendly. Now, we'll find dedicated sections for different categories and a vibrant hero section showcasing featured and paid events. Plus, we've made it easier to access the ticket scanner icon, conveniently placed near the notification icon.
Enhanced Event Pages
Creating and managing events is now simpler with our new event subpages. You can share and relive event memories with your buddies on one page, and easily view all event participants on another.
Chat Screen Redesign
Chatting just got better! Our redesigned chat screen now lets you connect not only with friends but also with community groups. With added categories, finding and chatting with friends is a breeze, reducing any confusion.
Refreshed Home Screen
Refreshed Home Screen
I've revamped the home screen to make it more user-friendly. Now, we'll find dedicated sections for different categories and a vibrant hero section showcasing featured and paid events. Plus, we've made it easier to access the ticket scanner icon, conveniently placed near the notification icon.
I've revamped the home screen to make it more user-friendly. Now, we'll find dedicated sections for different categories and a vibrant hero section showcasing featured and paid events. Plus, we've made it easier to access the ticket scanner icon, conveniently placed near the notification icon.
Chatting just got better! Our redesigned chat screen now lets you connect not only with friends but also with community groups. With added categories, finding and chatting with friends is a breeze, reducing any confusion.
Chat Screen Redesign
Enhanced Event Pages
Creating and managing events is now simpler with our new event subpages. You can share and relive event memories with your buddies on one page, and easily view all event participants on another.
Refreshed Homescreen
Creating and managing events is now simpler with our new event subpages. You can share and relive event memories with your buddies on one page, and easily view all event participants on another.
Enhanced Event Pages
Creating and managing events is now simpler with our new event subpages. You can share and relive event memories with your buddies on one page, and easily view all event participants on another.
Chat Screen Redesign
Chatting just got better! Our redesigned chat screen now lets you connect not only with friends but also with community groups. With added categories, finding and chatting with friends is a breeze, reducing any confusion.
HI-FI DESIGN
HI-FI DESIGN
Final Design Showcase: A Visual Journey
Final Design Showcase: A Visual Journey
Final Design Showcase: A Visual Journey
Explore the evolution of Buddy Blast's user interface through our carefully curated design screens. From a revamped home screen to enhanced event pages and a more intuitive chat experience, witness the thoughtful improvements that elevate the overall user interaction. Each design iteration aims to provide a seamless and engaging platform for connecting with like-minded individuals. Take a visual tour to see how we've prioritized user experience and creativity in every detail.
Explore the evolution of Buddy Blast's user interface through our carefully curated design screens. From a revamped home screen to enhanced event pages and a more intuitive chat experience, witness the thoughtful improvements that elevate the overall user interaction. Each design iteration aims to provide a seamless and engaging platform for connecting with like-minded individuals. Take a visual tour to see how we've prioritized user experience and creativity in every detail.
Component
Library
Component
Library
Iconography
Iconography
Typography
Typography
Color Pallet
Primary
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AAA
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AAA
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violet-200
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AAA
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violet-300
5.61 AAA
AA
3.74 AA
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violet-400
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4.97 AAA
AA
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violet-500
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7.16 AAA
AAA
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violet-600
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AAA
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violet-700
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AAA
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violet-800
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AAA
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violet-900
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AAA
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Gray
Light
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AAA
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rgb(254, 254, 255)
Light :hover
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AAA
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rgb(254, 254, 255)
Light :active
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AAA
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#fcfdfe
rgb(252, 253, 254)
Normal
19.84 AAA
AAA
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#f5f9fc
rgb(245, 249, 252)
Normal :hover
15.85 AAA
AAA
1.33
#dde0e3
rgb(221, 224, 227)
Normal :active
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AAA
1.70
#c4c7ca
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Dark
10.88 AAA
AAA
1.93
#b8bbbd
rgb(184, 187, 189)
Dark :hover
6.99 AAA
AA
3.01
#939597
rgb(147, 149, 151)
Dark :active
4.22 AA
4.98 AAA
AA
#6e7071
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Darker
2.90
7.24 AAA
AAA
#565758
rgb(86, 87, 88)
Color Pallet
Component
Library
Color Pallet
Primary
17.67 AAA
AAA
1.19
violet-50
#f0e8fd
rgb(240, 232, 253)
violet-100
11.99 AAA
AAA
1.75
#d1b9f7
rgb(209, 185, 247)
violet-200
8.82 AAA
AAA
2.38
#ba97f4
rgb(186, 151, 244)
violet-300
5.61 AAA
AA
3.74 AA
#9b68ee
rgb(155, 104, 238)
violet-400
4.23 AA
4.97 AAA
AA
#884aeb
rgb(136, 74, 235)
violet-500
2.93
7.16 AAA
AAA
#6a1de6
rgb(106, 29, 230)
violet-600
2.57
8.18 AAA
AAA
#601ad1
rgb(96, 26, 209)
violet-700
1.94
10.85 AAA
AAA
#4b15a3
rgb(75, 21, 163)
violet-800
1.56
13.46 AAA
AAA
#3a107f
rgb(58, 16, 127)
violet-900
1.34
15.71 AAA
AAA
#2d0c61
rgb(45, 12, 97)
Gray
Light
20.83 AAA
AAA
1.01
#fefeff
rgb(254, 254, 255)
Light :hover
20.83 AAA
AAA
1.01
#fefeff
rgb(254, 254, 255)
Light :active
20.62 AAA
AAA
1.02
#fcfdfe
rgb(252, 253, 254)
Normal
19.84 AAA
AAA
1.06
#f5f9fc
rgb(245, 249, 252)
Normal :hover
15.85 AAA
AAA
1.33
#dde0e3
rgb(221, 224, 227)
Normal :active
12.37 AAA
AAA
1.70
#c4c7ca
rgb(196, 199, 202)
Dark
10.88 AAA
AAA
1.93
#b8bbbd
rgb(184, 187, 189)
Dark :hover
6.99 AAA
AA
3.01
#939597
rgb(147, 149, 151)
Dark :active
4.22 AA
4.98 AAA
AA
#6e7071
rgb(110, 112, 113)
Darker
2.90
7.24 AAA
AAA
#565758
rgb(86, 87, 88)
Iconography
Typography
Future Plans and Direction
Future Plans and Direction
As we embark on the next phase of our design journey, our focus is on enhancing and expanding our product screens through a meticulous blend of ideation and advanced testing. The upcoming steps involve a seamless transition to implementation, working closely with the development team for optimal execution. This iterative approach aims to refine our product based on user needs and market dynamics, with the ultimate goal of a successful launch that pioneers a solution bridging the gap between digital and physical interactions. Looking forward, our future UX direction will prioritize user-centric design principles, ensuring a platform that not only connects individuals digitally but also fosters meaningful real-world interactions.
As we embark on the next phase of our design journey, our focus is on enhancing and expanding our product screens through a meticulous blend of ideation and advanced testing. The upcoming steps involve a seamless transition to implementation, working closely with the development team for optimal execution. This iterative approach aims to refine our product based on user needs and market dynamics, with the ultimate goal of a successful launch that pioneers a solution bridging the gap between digital and physical interactions. Looking forward, our future UX direction will prioritize user-centric design principles, ensuring a platform that not only connects individuals digitally but also fosters meaningful real-world interactions.
Thanks for your time!
Thanks for your time!
Stay tuned for the upcoming prototype. If you're eager to explore it firsthand, feel free to get in touch via email. Feel free to reach out at purvashobhit@gmail.com. Eager to connect with UX enthusiasts and industry professionals.
Stay tuned for the upcoming prototype. If you're eager to explore it firsthand, feel free to get in touch via email. Feel free to reach out at purvashobhit@gmail.com. Eager to connect with UX enthusiasts and industry professionals.
Thanks for your time!
Stay tuned for the upcoming prototype. If you're eager to explore it firsthand, feel free to get in touch via email. Feel free to reach out at purvashobhit@gmail.com. Eager to connect with UX enthusiasts and industry professionals.
Made with ♥️ by Shobhit Purva 2023
Made with ♥️ by Shobhit Purva 2023
Made with ♥️ by Shobhit Purva 2023