Muse Mga Custom Interactive Widget by Oleg Sukhorukov

Muse Mga Custom Interactive Widget by Oleg Sukhorukov is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award nga Puthaw in Disenyo sa Teknolohiyang Mobile, Aplikasyon ug Software Competition Category.

PuthawMobile· 2025

Muse Mga Custom Interactive Widget

by Oleg Sukhorukov

Client: Astra Strateg LLC

A' Design Award nga Puthaw Winner in Mobile Category

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The Design

About Muse Mga Custom Interactive Widget

Ang Muse usa ka bag-o kaayong iOS customization app nga nagbag-o sa pagpersonal sa home screen. Nagtanyag kini og piniling koleksyon sa pre-designed, taas og kalidad nga mga widget ug wallpaper, nga nagtugot sa mga tiggamit sa pag-usab sa ilang mga aparato gamit ang gamay ra nga paningkamot. Dili sama sa tradisyonal nga widget apps nga nanginahanglan og daghang pag-customize, gipasayon sa Muse ang proseso—ang mga tiggamit makapili og function ug visual theme aron sa instant makab-ot ang usa ka pinino ug aesthetically cohesive nga home screen. Ang matag widget maingat nga gihimo sa mga designer ug anaa sa lain-laing estilo, gikan sa flat minimalism ngadto sa futuristic ug mahika nga skeuomorphism.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award nga Puthaw

Muse Mga Custom Interactive Widget usa ka mananaog sa A' Design Award nga Puthaw, usa ka dungganon nga pag-ila nga gihatag sa maayong mga disenyo nga nakatagbo sa propesyonal ug industriyal nga mga gikinahanglan nga gipaabot gikan sa maayo ang pagkadisenyo nga mga paglalang. Ang mga mananaog sa Puthaw nagpakita og dakong kahanas, taas nga espesyalisasyon, eksperto nga pagsabot, ug mamugnaon nga abilidad sa ilang mga tiglalang. Gilauman nga ang Muse Mga Custom Interactive Widget mahimong gipabilhan, gihangaan, ug gihigugma nga paglalang nga praktikal ug bag-o. Kini nga disenyo nga nakadaog og A' Design Award nga Puthaw naghiusa sa labing maayong mga praktis sa industriya ug adunay hanas nga teknikal nga mga kinaiya nga nalambigit sa kahibalo ug talento. Muse Mga Custom Interactive Widget gitahod tungod sa pagkamaabtik niini ug gidisenyo aron maghatag og mga pagpaayo sa kalidad sa kinabuhi nga makatabang sa paghimo sa kalibutan nga mas maayong dapit.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Muse Widgets and Wallpapers is a next-generation iOS customization app that offers pre-designed, high-quality widgets and wallpapers, ready to use out of the box. Unlike traditional widget apps that require manual customization, Muse provides a seamless experience where users simply select a function and a visual theme, instantly achieving a polished, professional look. Each widget is meticulously crafted by designers and available in a variety of styles - from flat minimalism to futuristic and magical skeuomorphism.
Dimensions & Packaging: Muse Widgets and Wallpapers is an iOS application optimized for iPhone and iPad, supporting devices running iOS 16 and later. Built with a lightweight architecture, it ensures fast performance and minimal battery consumption. Widgets follow Apple system and are available in three sizes: small, medium, and large. High-resolution wallpapers are tailored for all iPhones, from iPhone SE3 to 16 Pro Max, and a wide range of iPads.
Tags: Widgets, iOS customization, Wallpapers, Interactive, Skeuomorphic Design
Production Technology: Muse Widgets and Wallpapers is developed using Swift and SwiftUI, ensuring seamless integration with iOS and optimized performance. The app utilizes Core Graphics and Core Animation to enhance visual appeal and interactivity. Each widget is crafted with a modular design system, allowing dynamic customization while maintaining consistency. Advanced UI/UX methodologies were applied to create an intuitive experience, balancing aesthetics and functionality.
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge was balancing design flexibility with ease of use. Many customization apps overwhelm users with complex settings, so we focused on pre-designed, high-quality widgets that work out of the box. Another hurdle was ensuring performance optimization - interactive elements had to be visually rich yet lightweight. Adapting to Apple’s evolving widget framework also required continuous refinement to maintain seamless functionality.
Research: This project involved user experience research focused on mobile customization behavior. The objective was to understand user preferences for widget and wallpaper personalization. We conducted surveys and usability tests with iOS users of different demographics to analyze trends. Data collection included heatmaps, A/B testing, and user feedback. Results showed a strong demand for ready-made, high-quality designs. Insights led to a seamless, pre-designed customization approach, enhancing usability and engagement.
Inspiration: The inspiration for Muse comes from the growing demand for aesthetic and effortless home screen customization. Many widget apps offer customization but require users to manually design their layouts, which can be overwhelming. We wanted to create a solution that balances creativity and simplicity - where every design is pre-crafted by professionals, ensuring a beautiful and cohesive look with minimal effort. Our approach draws from modern UI trends, giving users diverse stylistic choices.
Project Duration: The project started in Odesa, Ukraine, on July 9, 2021, and is expected to be completed in Portland, OR, USA, on May 1, 2025.
Operation Flow: Muse offers a seamless and intuitive experience. Users simply select a widget type, choose a visual theme, and add it to their home screen in just a few taps - no complex customization required. Widgets are interactive, adapting to user preferences while maintaining a cohesive design. High-resolution wallpapers complement the widgets, ensuring a polished look. Muse simplifies personalization, allowing users to effortlessly create a stylish and functional home screen.
Image Credits: Image #3 : Photographer Oleg Sukhorukov, Birthday, 2022.
Image #4 : Photographer Oleg Sukhorukov, How to Install, 2024