Muse Widgets Fegalegaleai Fa'apitoa by Oleg Sukhorukov

Muse Widgets Fegalegaleai Fa'apitoa by Oleg Sukhorukov is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Uʻamea in Mamanu Fe'avea'i Competition Category.

UʻameaFe'avea'i· 2025

Muse Widgets Fegalegaleai Fa'apitoa

by Oleg Sukhorukov

Client: Astra Strateg LLC

A' Design Award Uʻamea Winner in Fe'avea'i Category

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The Design

About Muse Widgets Fegalegaleai Fa'apitoa

O le Muse o se polokalame iOS fou e toe fa'atulagaina ai le fa'aleleia o lau mata autu. E ofoina mai ai se aoina filifilia o widgets ma ata pupuni e maualuga ona lelei ma uma ona mamanuina, e mafai ai e tagata fa'aoga ona suia a latou masini ma se taumafaiga itiiti. E le pei o polokalame widgets masani e mana'omia ai le fa'atatau tele, e fa'afaigofieina e le Muse lenei faiga - e mafai e tagata fa'aoga ona filifilia se galuega ma se autu vaaia e ausia vave ai se lau mata autu matagofie ma fetaui lelei. O widgets ta'itasi e mamanuina fa'aeteete e tagata faufale ma maua i sitaili eseese, mai le fa'aitiitiga mafolafola i le fa'atusa mea moni fa'alāamatia ma fa'afetā'i.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Uʻamea

O le A' Design Award Uʻamea na manumalo ai Muse Widgets Fegalegaleai Fa'apitoa, o se faamaoniga mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu lelei e faataunuu ai manaʻoga faapolofesa ma pisinisi e faamoemoeina mai galuega ua mamanuina lelei. O ē manumalo i le Uʻamea e faaalia ai le tomai tele, le faapitoa maualuga, le malamalama o tagata poto ma le mafai fatufatuaʻi o ē na faia. E faamoemoeina Muse Widgets Fegalegaleai Fa'apitoa e avea ma mea ua matuā vivii, mataʻina ma pelepelea e aogā ma fou. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Uʻamea e tuufaatasia ai faiga sili o le pisinisi ma e iai uiga faatekonolosi mafai ua fesoʻotaʻi ma le poto ma le taleni. Ona o lona faatuatuaina, e tatau ai Muse Widgets Fegalegaleai Fa'apitoa ona faaaloalogia ma ua mamanuina e tuuina mai ai faaleleiga o le olaga e fesoasoani e faia ai e le lalolagi se nofoaga e sili atu ona lelei.

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