application system — a.terrydesign

Pocket Crystal

(Interaction 2)

(ui design, vector illustrations, crystals, astrology, research)

Content: What is the difference between a crystal and just an ordinary rock? This project is a fully designed collection app named “Pocket Crystal” (with a desktop version) that has 24 featured crystals with various levels of information on different properties that the crystals contain. There is also an extension that matches a crystal to your zodiac sign and why you’re compatible with it. This project was created when I was just becoming interested in crystal collecting. My collection now, is more than I can count! Within this project, I built out every single tab & page. I actually still reference this application on my phone to remember different care tips for crystals.

Process: The task of this app was breaking up the large amount of research into different pages for each crystal so the learnability of their properties would be easier for the user. Applying valid and helpful research was key in the production of this app, so the design process would be a breeze.

Takeaways: The major takeaways I got from this project include paying attention to the fine detailing of app design. It is extremely important for app developers to consider the small details of features because that is what makes users drawn in. Another takeaway from this project was being able to expose my personal style and collection, and designing it in a way I was truly proud of.

︎ collection research

︎ sketching & problem solving

︎ mobile highlights

︎ desktop highlights

︎ video of clickable prototypes

mobile
web