Textual Mobile App
A SMS app that reimagines texting through expressive visuals, interactive characters, and eye-contact-based interactions for deeper connection.
Role
UI/UX Designer
Duration
1 month
Team
1 designer
Platform
iOS & Android
Design Process
Research
User interviews and market analysis to understand pain points
Ideation
Brainstorming sessions and concept development
Design
Wireframing, prototyping, and visual design
Testing
User testing and iteration based on feedback
Design System
Colors
#000000
#9A9A9A
#FFFFFF
#ECE6F0
Typography
Heading 1
SF Pro Bold 24px
Heading 2
SF Pro Semibold 18px
Body Text 1
SF Pro Regular 16px
Components
Primary Button
Secondary Button
Input Field
Project Overview
Previous messaging platforms lacked emotional depth, visual identity, and meaningful expression, making digital communication feel detached, monotonous, and impersonal.
Our goal with Textual was to create a conceptual app that brings warmth and authenticity to texting through expressive character design and visual eye contact.
Conducted user research with 20+ participants
Used expressive character-based interactions.
Explored visual eye contact for deeper connection.
The Challenge
72% of felt texting lacked emotional depth
68% found digital chats visually dull
61% lost interest in long conversations
75% struggled to feel real connection
The Solution
Added expressive character design for emotion
Introduced visual eye contact for presence
Used motion to keep chats engaging
Focused on warmth to enhance connection
Next Project
Mind Bloom (Web Design)
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Final Designs
Dashboard
nteractive dashboard with live chats and character activity overview
Eye Contacting
Expressive texting interface with character reactions and eye contact
We can make the future happen
Unified dashboard with conversation insights and future interaction tracking
Results & Impact
Key Learnings
This project reinforced the importance of creating emotionally engaging, human-centered digital experiences. The most significant improvements came from integrating visual expression and intuitive interaction, with future iterations focusing on personalization and adaptive communication features.
User Satisfaction
Estimated 55% increase in user satisfaction through emotional design
Engagement Boost
Estimated 50% boost in engagement through expressive interactions
Task Completion
Estimated 45% improvement in task completion through intuitive flow
Textual Mobile App
A SMS app that reimagines texting through expressive visuals, interactive characters, and eye-contact-based interactions for deeper connection.
Role
UI/UX Designer
Duration
1 month
Team
1 designer
Platform
iOS & Android
Design Process
Research
User interviews and market analysis to understand pain points
Ideation
Brainstorming sessions and concept development
Design
Wireframing, prototyping, and visual design
Testing
User testing and iteration based on feedback
Design System
Colors
#000000
#9A9A9A
#FFFFFF
#ECE6F0
Typography
Heading 1
SF Pro Bold 24px
Heading 2
SF Pro Semibold 18px
Body Text 1
SF Pro Regular 16px
Components
Primary Button
Secondary Button
Input Field
Project Overview
Previous messaging platforms lacked emotional depth, visual identity, and meaningful expression, making digital communication feel detached, monotonous, and impersonal.
Our goal with Textual was to create a conceptual app that brings warmth and authenticity to texting through expressive character design and visual eye contact.
Conducted user research with 20+ participants
Used expressive character-based interactions.
Explored visual eye contact for deeper connection.
The Challenge
72% of felt texting lacked emotional depth
68% found digital chats visually dull
61% lost interest in long conversations
75% struggled to feel real connection
The Solution
Added expressive character design for emotion
Introduced visual eye contact for presence
Focused on warmth to enhance connection
Next Project
Mind Bloom (Web Design)
View Project
Final Designs
Dashboard
nteractive dashboard with live chats and character activity overview
Eye Contacting
Expressive texting interface with character reactions and eye contact
We can make the future happen
Unified dashboard with conversation insights and future interaction tracking
Results & Impact
Key Learnings
This project reinforced the importance of creating emotionally engaging, human-centered digital experiences. The most significant improvements came from integrating visual expression and intuitive interaction, with future iterations focusing on personalization and adaptive communication features.
55%
User Satisfaction
Estimated 55% increase in user satisfaction through emotional design
50%
Engagement Boost
Estimated 50% boost in engagement through expressive interactions
45%
Task Completion
Estimated 45% improvement in task completion through intuitive flow
Textual Mobile App
A SMS app that reimagines texting through expressive visuals, interactive characters, and eye-contact-based interactions for deeper connection.
Role
UI/UX Designer
Duration
1 month
Team
1 designer
Platform
iOS & Android
Design Process
Research
User interviews and market analysis to understand pain points
Ideation
Brainstorming sessions and concept development
Design
Wireframing, prototyping, and visual design
Testing
User testing and iteration based on feedback
Design System
Colors
#000000
#9A9A9A
#FFFFFF
#ECE6F0
Typography
Heading 1
SF Pro Bold 24px
Heading 2
SF Pro Semibold 18px
Body Text 1
SF Pro Regular 16px
Components
Primary Button
Secondary Button
Input Field
Project Overview
Previous messaging platforms lacked emotional depth, visual identity, and meaningful expression, making digital communication feel detached, monotonous, and impersonal.
Our goal with Textual was to create a conceptual app that brings warmth and authenticity to texting through expressive character design and visual eye contact.
Conducted user research with 20+ participants
Used expressive character-based interactions.
Explored visual eye contact for deeper connection.
The Challenge
72% of felt texting lacked emotional depth
68% found digital chats visually dull
61% lost interest in long conversations
75% struggled to feel real connection
The Solution
Added expressive character design for emotion
Introduced visual eye contact for presence
Used motion to keep chats engaging
Focused on warmth to enhance connection
Next Project
Mind Bloom (Web Design)
View Project
Final Designs
Dashboard
nteractive dashboard with live chats and character activity overview
Eye Contacting
Expressive texting interface with character reactions and eye contact
We can make the future happen
Unified dashboard with conversation insights and future interaction tracking
Results & Impact
Key Learnings
This project reinforced the importance of creating emotionally engaging, human-centered digital experiences. The most significant improvements came from integrating visual expression and intuitive interaction, with future iterations focusing on personalization and adaptive communication features.
55%
User Satisfaction
Estimated 55% increase in user satisfaction through emotional design
50%
Engagement Boost
Estimated 50% boost in engagement through expressive interactions
45%
Task Completion
Estimated 45% improvement in task completion through intuitive flow