Spilled Tea
Interaction Design @ SUNY New Paltz
Spilled Tea is a social media platform centered around audio content. Unlike platforms focused on edited photos, users engage by recording daily snippets prompted by games and topics. These recordings are then transformed into mini podcasts shared within their tea party.
From conceptualization to interface design, the platform aims to provide a seamless user experience, fostering genuine connections while maintaining a fun and engaging atmosphere.
Project Type:
Ui Ux,
Interaction Design
Tools:
Figma,
Illustrator,
Procreate
Problems
In today's digital age, social media platforms have strayed from their original purpose of connecting people, instead bombarding users with negative content, filtered images, and advertisements. Additionally, the fast-paced nature of modern life makes it challenging to find time to individually catch up with friends and loved ones.
Current Process Flowchart
Key Takeaways
01.
The success of the communication process depends on the availability of time each user can dedicate to the interaction.
02.
Users rely on their recipient(s) being available and willing to respond in order to maintain a meaningful conversation.
03.
To sustain engaging discussions, participants must have shared topics and interests that captivate both parties
04.
Honoring commitments and following up on previous conversations is essential for strengthening relationships and building trust.
05.
Maintaining focus and staying on task while using social media is crucial for establishing genuine connections and avoiding distractions.
Personas
Solutions
01.
Audio-based stories: By focusing on audio content, Spilled Tea eliminates the pressure of curating perfect images and allows users to share their experiences in a more genuine and unfiltered way. This shift towards authenticity helps foster deeper, more meaningful connections among friends and family.
02.
Party-specific groups: Spilled Tea enables users to create intimate, party-specific groups, ensuring that they can easily connect with the people who matter most to them. This feature cuts through the noise and clutter of traditional social media platforms, providing a streamlined and personalized experience.
03.
On-the-go convenience: Recognizing the challenges of finding time to catch up with loved ones in today's fast-paced world, Spilled Tea allows users to stay connected while going about their daily lives. By simply popping in their earbuds, users can listen to their micro-podcasts at any time, whether they're commuting, running errands, or engaging in other activities.
04.
Emphasis on positivity:
Spilled Tea aims to create a more positive and uplifting social media environment by prioritizing content from friends and family over negative news and advertisements. This focus on personal connections helps users maintain a sense of well-being and encourages more supportive and engaging interactions.
Affinity Diagram & Card Sorting
Wireframes
User Interface Design
Final Design