Design Challenges
Push Limits, Sharpen Your Skills
Push your creativity to the limit with fresh, real-world design challenges every month. The design challenges are crafted to help you sharpen your product design skills in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
On-going Design Challenge
Smart Home Controller App
PS: Design a smart home controller app that allows users to manage multiple smart devices (lights, thermostat, etc.) with ease.
TA: Homeowners with smart home devices.
Constraints:
• Must have a “quick control” section for fast access to main features.
• Ensure accessibility by designing for all users, including those with visual impairments.
Submission: 9 – 16 Oct 2024
Rules:
- There aren’t any. Hifi, lofi, wireframe, or sketches, just get your idea across!
- You might get a shoutout at our monthly meetup, so stay tuned!
- Send within:
Previous Design Challenges
Fitness Tracker Redesign
PS: Redesign a fitness tracker app that allows users to monitor their health data (steps, heart rate, calories burned) while integrating with various wearable devices seamlessly.
TA: Fitness enthusiasts who use wearable devices and track daily health metrics.
Constraints:
• Design the app to sync with multiple wearable devices.
• Ensure ease of use for users of all age groups, including seniors.
Submission: 17 – 24 Aug 2024
Language Learning App Progress Tracker
PS: Design a progress-tracking feature for a language-learning app, helping users visualise their journey and achievements.
TA: Casual learners picking up a new language.
Constraints:
• Incorporate gamification elements (badges, levels).
• Use bright and engaging visuals to encourage users.
Submission: 13 – 20 Jul 2024
AI-based Content Recommendation System
PS: Design an AI-driven content recommendation system interface that suggests articles and videos based on user behavior.
TA: Knowledge-seekers looking for personalized content.
Constraints:
• Must show a clear balance between AI recommendations and user control.
• The design should feel intuitive without overwhelming the user.
Submission: 26 Jun – 3 Jul 2024
Event Management App Calendar View
PS: Design a calendar view for an event management app to help users manage their schedule and upcoming events.
TA: Professionals managing multiple events in their day-to-day work.
Constraints:
• The calendar view must be customizable.
• Must include color-coding for event types.
Submission: 7 – 14 May 2024
Charity Donation Website
PS: Design a website that facilitates easy and transparent charity donations.
TA: Young professionals looking for easy ways to donate.
Constraints:
• Focus on trust-building elements (testimonials, clear donation impact).
• Keep the flow simple, with minimal distraction.
Submission: 18 – 25 Apr 2024
Food Delivery App Map Interface
PS: Design a map interface for a food delivery app that helps users track their orders in real time.
TA: Busy urban dwellers ordering food frequently.
Constraints:
• Must integrate with GPS tracking.
• Prioritize visual clarity and avoid cluttered interfaces.
Submission: 3 – 10 Mar 2024
Meditation App Personalisation
PS: Design a personalisation feature for a meditation app that tailors sessions based on user preferences and progress.
TA: Individuals interested in mindfulness and meditation.
Constraints:
• Use soft gradients and soothing animations.
• No more than 3 steps to set up the personalization feature.
Submission: 15 – 22 Feb 2024
Food Delivery App Map Interface
PS: Design a mobile app interface for a restaurant reservation system that makes booking a table quick and easy.
TA: Busy professionals who prefer making reservations on the go.
Constraints:
• Must allow real-time updates of table availability.
• Use a dark theme for the interface.
Submission: 25 – 1 Feb 2024
Travel Booking App Interface
PS: Create a travel booking app interface that allows users to book flights, hotels, and experiences easily.
TA: Solo travellers who frequently book trips on mobile.
Constraints:
• Include search filters for personalised travel plans.
• Focus on quick booking flow and minimalist design.
Submission: 10 – 17 Dec 2023
E-commerce Checkout Flow
PS: Design a seamless and user-friendly checkout flow for an e-commerce website.
TA: Online shoppers, particularly those on mobile devices.
Constraints:
• Keep it minimal with fewer than 3 steps.
• Mobile-first design with no more than 3 clicks from cart to confirmation.
Submission: 4 – 11 Nov 2023
Mental Health App Onboarding
PS: Design an onboarding experience for a mental health app to ease users into the service.
TA: Individuals seeking mental health resources or therapy.
Constraints:
• Use calming colours (like blue or green tones).
• Avoid overwhelming users with too much information at once.
Submission: 21 – 28 Oct 2023
Online Learning Platform UI
PS: Design a user interface for an online learning platform aimed at making navigation easy for first-time users.
TA: Adults seeking online education for career growth.
Constraints:
• Must be responsive (both desktop and mobile views).
• Focus on simplicity and ease of use.
Submission: 11 – 18 Sep 2023
Social Media for Pet Lovers
PS: Design a new social media feature that helps pet owners share tips and tricks with their community.
TA: Pet owners and animal lovers.
Constraints:
• Must include a photo-sharing feature.
• Use light color palettes to convey a fun and playful mood.
Submission: 15 – 22 Jul 2023
Redesign a News App
PS: Create a modern, engaging news app interface to enhance readability and user engagement.
TA: Millennials who consume news on their mobile phones.
Constraints:
• Use minimal colors (maximum 3).
• Design for mobile (iOS or Android).
Submission: 12 – 19 Jun 2023