COLLAB - NETWORKING FOR DESIGNERS

A group project based on an assigned brief to strengthen the connection between students and life after graduation. We developed COLLAB, a networking platform for design students, alumni and teachers to connect, collaborate on creative cases, build their portfolios and expand their professional networks.

1. 01

   Brainstorming & Concept Development

   Exploring how to bridge the gap between studying and professional life, defining the platform's purpose, target audience and key features.

2. 02

   User Interviews

   Interviewing people within the target group to better understand their needs and how they connect with others today.

3. 03

   Information Architecture & Wireframing

   Planning the platform's structure, content and navigation, translating our ideas into wireframes and defining how users would interact with the platform.

4. 04

   High-Fidelity UI Design

   Developing the visual identity and interface, refining layouts, typography, colors and components to create a consistent user experience.

5. 05

   Prototyping & Refinement

   Bringing the designs together in an interactive prototype and refining the user flows to demonstrate how users could connect and collaborate through COLLAB.

A high-fidelity prototype of COLLAB, a networking platform designed to connect design students, alumni and teachers through creative collaboration and portfolio-building opportunities.