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Remote Relationships

Remote relationships are hard for both partners involved as distance can cause several problems if not consistently given enough attention. An effective way to be aware of the communication gaps is imperative and useful for partners involved in a remote relationship.

Highlights

  • A survey with 72 participants based on the works of Hassenzahl et al. on Remote relationships
  • 3D printed model emulating a real life flower used to represent communication frequency
  • Utilizing Photon Particle and IFTTT to enable connection between the prototypes

My Role

  • User Research

  • Evaluate and finalize research strategy and approach. Identify research participants and create story boards & personas

  • Technology Research

  • Identify technology that can enable communication between device prototypes when located at different geolocation.

  • Build Prototype

  • 3D design for the device emulating a real life flower movement. Research on 3d materials suitable for the device prototype functions.

Identifying

The User Needs

Is there a need for a solution?

A survey with 72 participants based on the works of Hassenzahl et al. The framework proposed included strategies necessary for designing for remote relationships. The result of the survey indicated Emotional expression and awareness to be most important, which became the main consideration of the design concept.

What solutions do the users expect?

Post and pre deployment surveys based on Hendricks Relationship Assessment to understand participants communication modes, quantity and quality

Design Artifacts

Based on Research Insights

Prototype

Testing and Future Vision

A Good Start

The working prototype was well received and definitely provided a string platform to build and continue the effort. The next iteration will make use of latest technology like Machine Learning and AI to leverage the technological advancements we are already witnessing.

Areas of focus

  • Product design with focus on prototype robustness and appeal. Think beyond the flower model.
  • Make use of ML Algorithms to catalog communication patterns between partners
  • Incorporate Voice API for activation and basic functions on the Prototype
  • Provide a holistic platform to enrich long distance relationships, not restricted to romantic relationships

Skills

  • A/B Tests
  • Design Systems
  • Interactive Prototyping
  • Roadmap Planning
  • Usability Tests
  • User Flows
  • User Journey Maps
  • User Research
  • Visual Design
  • Wireframes

Tools

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe XD
  • Axure RP
  • Figma
  • Fusion 360
  • Invision
  • Sketch

Technologies

  • Android SDK
  • CSS
  • HTML
  • Java
  • Javascript
  • React
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