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OVERVIEW
OVERVIEW

H23 emerges in the digital realm as a cutting-edge Web3 agency, characterized by its minimalist, modern, and high-tech ethos. This fictional branding project encapsulates H23's mission to revolutionize the Web3 space with innovative solutions, sleek designs, and futuristic technology.

UX Design

UX Design

Rapid Prototyping

Rapid Prototyping

User Research

User Research

ROLE

UX Designer

TIMELINE

TIMELINE

Oct - Dec 2026 (9 weeks)

TEAM

TEAM

Lina (Jiayu) Wang
Ruohan Li

See Outcomes

See Outcomes

See Outcomes

A laptop with a h32 word on it.
A laptop with a h32 word on it.
A laptop with a h32 word on it.
Image of 3 pixelated flat icons
Image of 3 pixelated flat icons
Image of 3 pixelated flat icons

Context

The H23 project was embarked upon to establish a distinctive brand presence in the burgeoning Web3 industry. With a focus on blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, and NFTs, H23 positions itself as a leader in delivering next-generation digital experiences. The brand identity mirrors the agency's forward-thinking approach, incorporating clean lines, a monochromatic color scheme, and high-tech imagery to convey sophistication and innovation

The problem space.

Design Approach

Search Definition

Browsing Experience (Search Results Page)

Property Detail Exploration

Comparison and Selection

3

part semi-structured interview study

to evaluate the experience with data captured across multiple UX research methods

Part 1

Part 2 - 1 hour

Part 3

Pre-test Questionnaire

Task Scenarios &
Post-Task Questionnaire

Post-test Questionnaire

  • Trip planning habits

  • Experience withVrbo

  • Their upcoming trip

  • Task observation

  • Product usability

  • Feature discovery

  • Overall product perception

  • Overall product perception

  • Additional thoughts

Attitudinal
+ Qualitative
Attitudinal + Qualitative
Attitudinal and Behavioral
+ Qualitative and Quantitative
Attitudinal
+ Qualitative and Quantitative

PROS

CONS

  1. Multiple Angles

  2. Screen Visibility

  3. Less Intrusive

  1. Additional Set-up

  2. Moderator Multi-Tasking

Research

The H23 project was embarked upon to establish a distinctive brand presence in the burgeoning Web3 industry. With a focus on blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, and NFTs, H23 positions itself as a leader in delivering next-generation digital experiences. The brand identity mirrors the agency's forward-thinking approach, incorporating clean lines, a monochromatic color scheme, and high-tech imagery to convey sophistication and innovation

Findings

The H23 project was embarked upon to establish a distinctive brand presence in the burgeoning Web3 industry. With a focus on blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, and NFTs, H23 positions itself as a leader in delivering next-generation digital experiences. The brand identity mirrors the agency's forward-thinking approach, incorporating clean lines, a monochromatic color scheme, and high-tech imagery to convey sophistication and innovation

Next Steps

Future Research Directions

Study Limitations

  • Lack of quantitative data due to open-ended nature of study

  • Small number, and unrepresentative set of participants due to time constraints

  • Test phone usage limited data to IOS user flows only

Next Steps

  • A/B testing of the compare tool discoverability and graphical changes

  • User research on expectations of AI integration

Some of these steps are already being taken!

What I Learned

My wonderful team!

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The word "H23" pixelated

Available for Fulltime Work

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11:51:48 PM

Seattle, WA

© 2026 Janny Gao, Made with coffee, dry eyes, and neck cramps.

Available for Fulltime Work

Keep Exploring ᯓ★

11:51:48 PM

Seattle, WA

© 2026 Janny Gao, Made with coffee, dry eyes, and neck cramps.

Available for Fulltime Work

Keep Exploring ᯓ★

11:51:48 PM

Seattle, WA

© 2026 Janny Gao, Made with coffee, dry eyes, and neck cramps.