Project Overview

 Through user research, I have learned that plant owners, regardless of their experience level, often face challenges in maintaining their plants due to busy schedules, forgetfulness, or lack of knowledge. Many struggle with basic tasks like watering, ensuring proper lighting, and diagnosing plant health issues. Users value solutions that are simple, time-saving, and provide tailored advice based on their specific plant needs. Additionally, they seek features that offer reminders and easy access to plant care tips, ensuring their plants stay healthy even during times when they can't provide direct attention. Understanding these pain points allows me to design an app that addresses these needs effectively, making plant care more accessible and manageable for everyone. 

 Kelly is a digital nomad and frequent traveller who loves houseplants but struggles to care for them while she’s away. Her travel schedule makes it hard to maintain a consistent routine, and she often returns home to unhealthy plants. She wants a simple, reliable way to monitor their condition and get care tips, even when she’s not there in person.  

 The Root Rescue app offers Kelly a clear, supportive process to diagnose and revive her plants after travel. She selects an affected plant, uploads a photo, and answers diagnostic questions. The app provides a diagnosis, care plan, and supply list, with step-by-step instructions and chat support. Kelly transitions from frustration to relief as her plants recover. Suggested improvements include tracking care schedules, AI-based support, shopping list integration, and both audio and text instructions for greater accessibility. This flow ensures intuitive, effective plant care for busy travellers like Kelly. 

 After finalising the paper wireframes, I transitioned to creating digital wireframes using Figma. This allowed me to refine the layout with more precision and better visualise  the app's user interface in a digital format. By focusing on functionality and layout, I was able to ensure that the navigation was intuitive and the user experience was seamless. This stage also helped me explore design elements, such as where buttons and icons would be set, setting the foundation for the app’s final design. 

This is currently still in progress, however below are some of my most recent designs. I have loved bringing my wireframes to life with colour and structure - and continue to find better ways of designing and laying out all my features.