Cansu Dagbagli Ferreira · CLIENT: Cansu Dagbagli Ferreira
The redesign of Hockinghills.com introduces a streamlined and contemporary booking platform for nature stays and outdoor activities. Prioritizing clarity and usability, the updated design features a minimalist approach that highlights the natural beauty of Hocking Hills. A refined user interface, optimized navigation, and a set of over 100 custom icons enhance accessibility and functionality. The result is a cohesive and engaging digital experience that simplifies trip planning while staying true to the brands dedication to nature, community, and seamless exploration.
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- The redesign of Hockinghills.com modernizes the booking platform for nature stays and outdoor activities in Hocking Hills State Park. The project involved a complete brand refresh, UX and UI enhancements, and the creation of over 100 custom icons. The updated design improves navigation, refines the user experience, and ensures visual consistency across the platform while maintaining the brands deep connection to the local community and natural environment.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Desktop and mobile screens were designed for the whole website in a responsive manner.
- Tags
- website, travel, outdoors, icon design, user interface
- Production Technology
- The design thinking method of Diverge and Converge was used. All design was realized digitally as vector based assets with Adobe Creative Suite and Figma.
- Design Challenge
- Even though an extensive design system was created, the project requirements evolved according to the project needs and as a result of that, keeping the consistency was a challenge.
- Project Duration
- 1 year from June 2023 to June 2024
USA and France - Operation Flow
- Hockinghills website is used for researching and booking accommodations, activites in Hocking Hills national park.
- Research
- According to the real user data from the existing website, user problems and needs are analysed and UX improvements are done accordingly.
- Inspiration
- The redesign is inspired by the need for clarity and ease of use, allowing the natural beauty of Hocking Hills to take center stage. The minimal and modern design approach removes visual clutter, creating a seamless and intuitive experience. A refined icon set enhances usability without distraction, while the structured layout and clean typography ensure effortless navigation. The result is a functional yet elegant platform that connects users to nature with simplicity and efficiency.
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