Heating Layer UX, Software App
Intro
As a product/UX designer, I had the pleasure of leading the development of a software application for architecture students to build structures from scratch using a library of real products. The app lets students test their heating and electricity lines, etc., after they've set them up. They can also check the circuit and use other utility testers to reduce costs and get the most out of their resources.
Interface
User has the option of beginning the process from scratch and manually adding or modifying pipelines, or you can choose to let the algorithm construct the circuit that is the most effective based on the level parameters. In spite of this, the user is still able to conduct all of the essential tests and cut down on the substantial amount of resources that may possibly be spent on additional development. This includes the capability to test various materials that are currently available on the market.
Control over pipes and connections can be handled in a number of different ways, including via the keyboard and by utilizing the action buttons and pointer in a number of settings.
To create a useful tool, I conducted extensive research on the needs and challenges of architecture students. Our team discovered that the lack of precise and relevant data resulted in costly errors that slowed down the construction process. We therefore developed an approach via which students could obtain the most accurate and recent information when developing facilities.
Running Tests
I did substantial study on the requirements and challenges encountered by architecture students in order to develop an effective feature. Our team discovered that a lack of accurate and relevant data led to expensive mistakes that slowed down the construction process. I also determined that there were not enough testing tools available to enable students to identify possible problems at an early stage and successfully resolve them.
As a result, we developed an approach that enables students to get the most current and correct information when designing facilities. Once all is set, students can run a list of tests crucial to the current phase.
Research, Data & Conclusion
I validated the product design and iterated to better meet our users' needs through several user studies and analyses. Through a cost-benefit analysis and usability test, I was able to determine that our application could potentially save students up to 30% on building costs and cut down on construction time by up to 20%.
The student architectural community gave the product fantastic feedback after the MVP delivery stage. As a result, the client was able to get further funding and began rolling out new features that we had previously prepared.
Overall, I am overjoyed with this project's success. Our accomplishments show the beneficial influence the product has had on the industry. I was able to come up with a solution that fills a very important need in the field of architecture.