Cards Game

UI/UX | Illustration | Prototyping

ROLE: Individual Project
TIMELINE: Fall 2024
TOOLS: Figma, Illustrator

— 01 Introduction

This project was a challenge in discovering creativity within set boundaries. The rules were simple: six card faces—king, queen, jack, and three numbers. You could only add or remove cards. The goal was to create a unique and beautiful app design that also ensures smooth and effortless interactions.

— 02 Illustration

I aimed to design card faces with a sleek and minimalist aesthetic.

To determine the look of the UI, I started by focusing on the content. My goal was to create a minimalist line-art design for the cards. Additionally, I thought it would be interesting to differentiate the suits with distinct styles. For example, heart suits would feature a softer, more organic design, meanwhile spades would have a sharper, more angular look.

The Inspiration
Sketches and Iterations
Final Card Designs

— 03 UX & UI

Design Iterations

Requirements:

• There must always be 1 to 6 cards available at any given time.

• Players must be able to swipe between cards.

• Players must be able to view all cards.

• Players must get a notification after each action

• All interactions must be fully prototyped

— 04 Final Prototype

— 05 Reflection

Next Steps

• Finish designs for all card variants.

• Finish the prototype with all card variants.

Takeaways

• Although minimalist designs aren't my personal favorite, they possess a distinct elegance.

• Restrictions on scope can often help with the ideation process.