SixLines - Memorial App
Design prompt: Design a user friendly memorial app to honor loved ones with shared memories and supportive community features.
Overview:
SixLines is a memorial app designed to help users remember and honor their loved ones who have passed away. The app offers multiple functions to facilitate this, including the ability to create a personalized memorial page for each individual, share memories and photos, and connect with others who are grieving.
As the creator of SixLines, I have been involved in the development of the app from the very beginning, overseeing every aspect of the design and development process. The app is currently in the MVP (Minimum Viable Product) stage, meaning that it has the core features and functionality needed to be used and tested by early users.
In the future, We plan to integrate blockchain technology into the app to enhance its capabilities and improve the user experience. By leveraging the security and immutability of blockchain, we hope to provide users with a safe and reliable platform for remembering and honoring their loved ones. Overall, the goal of SixLines is to create a compassionate and supportive community for those who are grieving, and to help people find comfort and solace in remembering their loved ones.
Role:
Product Designer
My responsibilities:
UI/UX Design, User Research, Wireframing, Mockup, Prototyping, MVP, iOS App
Tools:
Figma, Adobe XD, Adobe Creative Suite
Problem Statement
*Providing a Meaningful Memorial Platform for Honoring Loved Ones
Background: Individuals mourning the loss of loved ones often seek meaningful ways to honor and remember them. However, current memorialization options are fragmented and lack the personal touch and supportive community that can aid in the grieving process. These inefficiencies can make it difficult for people to preserve memories, share stories, and find emotional support.
Problem: The existing platforms for memorializing loved ones are inadequate and fail to meet the needs of individuals seeking to create lasting tributes. Key issues include:
Emotional Sensitivity:
Many platforms lack a serene and respectful environment, failing to provide the emotional support necessary for grieving individuals.
User Experience:
The current platforms are often difficult to navigate, leading to frustration and discouraging users from engaging fully with the memorialization process.
Community Support:
There is a lack of integrated community features that allow users to connect with others who are also grieving, limiting opportunities for shared support and comfort.
Objective: To develop a serene user friendly memorial app that provides a respectful space for users to create detailed memorial profiles, share memories, and engage with a compassionate community, thereby enhancing the experience of honoring and remembering loved ones.
Goals
Implement real time Emotional Support
Provide Robust Memory Preservation Tools
Facilitate Community Engagement
Expected Outcomes:
Users will feel a stronger sense of connection and support, aiding them in their grieving process.
Memorial profiles will be detailed, accurate, and reflective of the unique personalities of the deceased, preserving their memories effectively.
Users will experience a supportive community, fostering connections and shared experiences, which will enhance their emotional well being.
Conclusion: Addressing these goals with a dedicated memorial app like SixLines will significantly improve the experience of honoring and remembering loved ones, providing emotional support, efficient memory preservation, and a compassionate community for users.
Design Process
The design process for SixLines involves user research to understand the emotional needs and technical proficiency of those honoring loved ones. Insights guide the creation of user personas and journey maps, leading to wireframes and prototypes that prioritize ease of navigation and emotional sensitivity. Iterative testing ensures the design meets user needs, while a focus on accessibility and security guarantees inclusivity and data protection.
Test
Feedbacks
Conclusion
Future Concept
Define
User Personas
Empathy Map
User Journey
Understand
User Research
User Interview
Competitive Analysis
Design
Wireframe
Hi-Fi Designs
Prototype
Ideate
User Flow
Information Architecture
Design Timeline
User Research
Understanding the user:
In developing SixLines, we immersed ourselves in understanding the heartfelt needs of individuals seeking to honor and cherish their loved ones. Through conversations, surveys, and exploring existing memorial practices, we gained profound insights into what matters most to our users.
Emotional Needs: Our users deeply desire a platform that allows them to express their emotions freely and share cherished memories in a meaningful and respectful manner. They seek comfort and connection during their journey of remembrance.
Technical Comfort: We recognize that our users come from various backgrounds, each with their own comfort levels with technology. We've prioritized simplicity and intuitive design to ensure that everyone can navigate the app effortlessly and focus on what truly matters – honoring their loved ones.
Community and Support: Many of our users find comfort in community support, where they can connect with others who understand their journey. Features like forums and support groups are integral to fostering a sense of shared remembrance and emotional support within SixLines.
With these insights at the core of our design process, SixLines is crafted to provide a serene and compassionate space where memories can be preserved, shared, and cherished, and where connections can be made.
Competitive Analysis
71 Check distinguishes itself with blockchain integration error detection, ensuring secure and accurate document submissions for the government of Canada and Canadian manufacturing companies. It excels in design and industry specific focus, tailored to meet compliance needs. While competitive in cost effectiveness and scalability, opportunities exist to enhance integration capabilities for seamless user experience across enterprise platforms.
Unique Features
Memorial Profiles
Tribute Walls
Community Support
Notification System
Privacy and Security
Ease of Use
Customization Options
Media Integration
Remembrance Events
Donation Features
Legacy Planning
Analytics and Insights
Quantitative Research
SixLines uses quantitative research methods to gather numerical insights essential for enhancing its memorial app. Through structured surveys and analytics, we systematically collect and analyze data on user preferences, interaction patterns, and satisfaction metrics. This quantitative approach allows SixLines to identify trends, measure the effectiveness of its features, and validate improvements in user experience and community engagement.
Screeners
Which best describes your interest in using SixLines?
How frequently do you use digital platforms or apps?
How would you rate your technical proficiency with using apps and digital platforms?
Are you familiar with the concept of memorial apps or platforms?
On a scale of 1 to 5, how important do you think community support features (e.g., forums, support groups) would be in a memorial app?
If you were to use a memorial app, how likely are you to share memories and tributes publicly, privately, or both?
How likely are you to recommend a memorial app like SixLines to a friend or colleague?
What features or functionalities would you expect from a memorial app like SixLines?
What concerns or reservations, if any, do you have about using a memorial app like SixLines?
Demographic Information
Empathy Map
Pain Points
Complex User Interface: Users may find the app's interface confusing or difficult to navigate, especially when trying to upload content or access specific features.
Privacy Concerns: Users might worry about the security and privacy of personal data and sensitive memories shared on the platform, especially considering the emotional nature of memorial content.
Limited Customization Options: Users may feel restricted by the lack of options to personalize memorial pages or tributes according to their preferences or cultural practices.
Technical Issues: Glitches, slow loading times, or app crashes could frustrate users when trying to access or update memorial content.
Lack of Offline Access: Users may be disappointed if they cannot access memorial content offline, especially during times of emotional need or when visiting a loved one's memorial page.
Difficulty in Content Management: Managing and organizing memories, photos, and tributes could be overwhelming, leading to frustration or feeling of disorganization.
Community Engagement Challenges: Users might feel isolated if they cannot easily connect with others who share similar experiences or struggles with grief and loss.
Cost Concerns: Users may hesitate to commit to paid features or subscription plans, especially if they perceive the value provided by SixLines as inadequate or unclear.
User Persona
Information Architecture/User Flow
Sketches/Low-fidelity Wireframing
In the initial stages of developing SixLines, we used sketches and low-fidelity wireframes to outline basic layouts and functionalities. These early designs helped us visualize memorial pages, interactive features, and user pathways, ensuring clarity and simplicity in our design approach. By focusing on these foundational elements, we aimed to create a user-friendly and emotionally resonant platform for sharing and preserving memories effectively.
High Fidelity Mockups
After receiving client approval on the wireframe, the next step was to develop mockups for SixLines, refining the application's design with key elements in mind:
Visual Harmony: Implementing a cohesive color scheme to guide users seamlessly through the platform and improve navigation.
Critical Alerts: Clearly identifying alerts and essential tasks to prioritize information and guide users to important actions efficiently.
Simplicity: Emphasizing a clean and straightforward design to minimize complexity and enhance user experience, ensuring tasks are completed effortlessly.
Our focus was on creating an intuitive and user friendly design that supports efficient task management and enhances overall usability across the SixLines platform.
High Fidelity Screens
The SixLines homepage is a hub for commemorating loved ones, offering intuitive features for creating personalized memorials. Users can easily share photos, stories, and tributes, and send virtual gifts to honor memories. The platform also facilitates seamless sharing of memories across social networks, fostering community and preserving legacies with compassion and ease.
SixLines enables users to create and gift Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) as digital tributes to celebrate and immortalize memories of loved ones. This feature allows users to preserve photos, videos, and written tributes in NFT format, ensuring these memories can be securely shared and cherished on the blockchain for generations to come.
