I started with a mind map mapping all the features that my interface can contain through previous analysation and research of travel apps. I then divided each content to different pages on what they may contain. Wireframe Sketches I enjoyed doing this as it allowed me to visually capture all my…Continue Reading #IXD104 – Sketches & Basic Wireframes
#IXD103 Week 5 – Colour
Colour Systems Pantone Started in New Jersey in 1950 for a commercial printing company, Pantone is now a global colour matching system which allows designers to colour match specific predetermined colours and achieve the exact tone regardless if the method of production. This is great for company brands as it will ensure that their chosen…Continue Reading #IXD103 Week 5 – Colour
#IXD104 Week 10
“We are at the onset of a new movement in Art that is built around data” —Kenneth Cukier, Data Editor , Economist As seen previously data is all around us, it’s in everyday life through the work of art whether that be in traffic warnings on google maps or weather predictions. Data visualisation is becoming…Continue Reading #IXD104 Week 10
#IXD104 Week 9
For this class Paul discussed the state of the modern digital world and how the use of false reality is taking over the digital world through augmented reality, filters and artificial intelligence. I was really interested in the deep fakes Paul showed us about Tom Cruise as it showed us how technology of AI has…Continue Reading #IXD104 Week 9
#IXD104 – Illustration in UX Design
Illustrations in UX design provide all sorts of benefits and by looking at a blog post by Bhaghya Babu she explains what impact this has. When a potential costumer glances at your app the first thing is the visuals. Like in real life people often resort to judging (positive or negative) at first glance based…Continue Reading #IXD104 – Illustration in UX Design
#IXD104 Week 8
“Infographics help fill the gap between words and pictures.” – Edward Tufte “Information graphics – or infographics – are graphic representations of information, data or knowledge designed to present information quickly and clearly.” Infographics are a great way to display a short burst of typographically filled with illustrations and diagrams. This makes it easier for…Continue Reading #IXD104 Week 8
#IXD104 – Art in Action
“A picture is worth a thousand words” It holds no doubt that humans are programmed to learn faster through visual means than type. Humans get more pleasure by looking at visual images of different colour, shapes and designs than to read paragraphs upon paragraphs of written word. This is specially import for me in UX/UI…Continue Reading #IXD104 – Art in Action
#IXD104 Week 7
This class Paul introduced us to our diagrammatic part of the semester. As I finish off my travel app I look forward to seeing what’s in store for this section. “The commonality between science and art is in trying to see profoundly – to develop strategies of seeing and showing.” – Edward Tufte Data is…Continue Reading #IXD104 Week 7
#IXD103 Week 4 – Identity Designed: The Definitive Guide to Visual Branding
David Airey dives into detail about visual identity and the design process in his book ‘Identity Designed’. It is an interesting book with a variety of case studies that he devolves into and dissects. In this book he also looks at client interaction and the strategic direction of design. He starts off the book exploring…Continue Reading #IXD103 Week 4 – Identity Designed: The Definitive Guide to Visual Branding