My Learnings
1
In-Depth Research & Field Study
Gained a comprehensive understanding of secondary and primary research methodologies, including conducting insightful interviews and participating in relevant offline events and workshops, leading to a profound grasp of the central issues.
2
Innovative Concept Design
Leveraged acquired knowledge to create and develop 'FoodPrint', a concept product with an accompanying app, demonstrating practical application of research findings.
3
Iterative Paper Prototyping Insight
Through two rounds of paper prototyping with sketched UI screens, we gained critical insights into user behavior and expectations, enhancing our understanding of the interface-experience connection.
The Problem
Food waste solution among college students need help
How might we encourage college students in different living arrangements to be more aware of food waste and motivate them to compost, despite limited incentives and current reluctance?
Design Challenges
1
Becoming the Compost Expert
Visited LA County Composting Workshop. LA Compost Drop Off Food Waste, and ArtCenter Compost Garden to interview both experts and users
2
Motivation & Initiative to Go Green
Collect and analyze user feedback, enabling the brainstorming of an optimal journey map that incorporates task-focused design for various scenarios users may encounter.
3
Bin Design & Seamless Integration to Daily Life
Strategize and iterate app features that facilitate effortless environmental tasks, drawing from visual design, metaphorical cues, data visualization, and user guidance.
