Background

The Home Made is a mobile App that helps you hire professional Workers/Artisans with a simple click. This application will cater to both households & organizations, it will offer & prefer services such as cleaning, electrician, carpenter, welder, private hair stylist, & many more.

Problem Statement

User’s have had a hard time getting good skilled professionals at the particular time they need the service. Some of these services might include painter, tutor beautician & many more.

Research

Prior to initiation, comprehensive user research, interviews, competitor analysis, and empathy mapping were conducted to crystallize the project's vision.

UX Design & Wireframes

The goal is to create a swift, smooth, and understandable user experience. Wireframes are utilized to envision the application's layout.

Visual Design

A visually stimulating and captivating user interface, featuring an interactive color palette and distinctive iconography, is designed to engage and attract users effectively.

The Goal

The main aim of this project is to give users an intuitive & smooth experiences & obtain all their needs by the services provided. Home Made app allows users request, book & hire professionals with ease & comfort.
User-friendly Interface
Artisan Chat
Service Variety
Seamless Booking
Trusted Artisans

Design Process

The User-Centered Design (UCD) methodology was integral to my design process, emphasizing a user-first approach throughout each phase. The project timeline illustrates the duration spent on each stage, from initial research to the completion of the final product.

01. Discover 1-2 Weeks

  • Problem Research
  • Competitor Analysis
  • Market Research

02. Define 1-2 Weeks

  • User Research
  • Empathy Map
  • User Persona

03. Ideate 2 Weeks

  • User Flow
  • Brainstorming
  • Paper Sketching

04. Design 2-3 Weeks

  • Low-fi Wireframes
  • High-fi Wireframes
  • Visual Design
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Target Audience Research

The target audience are household & families. It can be used by both single Men & Women who have busy schedules as well as for their comfort & also for families.

Age 21-36

Thus is the average age of single men & women who spend their valuable time busy with work & will benefit greatly from the services rendered by Artisan

Age 36-46

They are the family people. They are mostly the busiest & the ones with kids. They are more likely to need various services that will help ease their busy schedule.

Age 46-66

They are the elderly ones who usually have grand-children & most likely to need various services to help with daily chores

Survey Questions
& Statistics Results

I carried out a survey on 32 people from all walks of life to better understand user problems & challenges. Some survey questions & statistics result are given below.

How frequent do you need Artisans in your home for cleaning, repairs, plumbing etc?

Sometimes
42.7%
Often
32.2%
Always
16.2%
Never
8.9%

69.8%

Of respondents agree that they have recurring services they need artisans for at home.

90.9%

Of respondents said they have not used an app that helps solve this problem.

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Of respondents out of 32 people said Jiji helps solve a similar problem.

44.2%

Of respondents agree that an all-in-one mobile app to hire artisans will help solve this problem.

User Persona & Empathy Map

The findings from the user research & analysis helped access user behaviors & attitudes which is elaborated in user persona & empathy map
Devices:
Emma Lee
Sales Manager
Dubai, UAE
With my busy schedule and working from home at times, I would love to be able to book a variety of services at the beginning of the week for all the daily services needed for that week.

Goals

  • Get artisans any time of the day.
  • Book all artisans to be needed at the beginning of the week.
  • Get artisans from a trusted & registered company.
  • Be able to get artisans urgently without having to look ahead.

Frustrations

  • Can't find artisans when I need them urgently.
  • Doesn't trust different services.
  • A busy schedule doesn't allow her to remember to call artisans monthly for recurring services.
I want to be able to book a variety of services at the beginning of the week for all the daily services needed for that week.
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John David
English Teacher
Dubai, UAE
David's motive is to have an app that he can rely on when he needs a professional to fix a broken AC or any type of thing at home.

Goals

  • Need to know the reasons for the extra charges.
  • Need to be notified before the appointments get cancelled.
  • It would be better if technician directly visits instead of giving instructions through phone call.

Frustrations

  • Losing bills & found difficulty in claiming warranty.
  • Would have not cancelled the service if he already knew about the cancellation charges.
  • Service centre not confirming appointment so he has to find another one.
  • Technician not showing up on time or not showing up at all.
I need to be able to rely on an app when I need a professional and have a holistic view of the services I have booked.
Says
  • “Want to be able to refer good artisans I have used to friends”
  • “Busy schedule often means forgetting to call home service artisans.”
  • “Want artisans who people have tried & verified to be excellent”
Feels
  • “Want to make use of a proven artisans”
  • “Want to be able to get different services at the comfort of his home”
  • “Want to be able to book one trusted Artisan to help recurring services”
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Thinks
  • “Where can I get a trusted & tested artisan?”
  • “Is there a way I can get services & pay per hour?”
  • “Will the artisan know exactly what I want?”
Does
  • “I try & do what I can do myself”
  • “I ask around for Artisans if I have to”
  • “I leave my house to get the service when need be”

Interviews

I interviewed both current and potential users of an app addressing this issue, as well as skilled workers and artisans, to understand their service experiences and gather insights on potential improvements for both providers and users.
Jacob Warnhalter
Jacob Warnhalter
Sales Executive
The app's handy, but a clearer pricing structure upfront would be helpful to avoid surprises.
Jacob Warnhalter
Elina Kuznetsova
Marketing Manager
I've found the app really convenient for quick fixes around the house. However, I think it could improve by offering a clearer pricing structure. Sometimes, I'm not sure about the cost until the job is almost done.
Jacob Warnhalter
Alex Tino
Software Engineer
I appreciate the variety of services offered, but I've had a couple of instances where the artisans arrived much later than scheduled. Timely service is crucial for me, so better time management would enhance my experience.
Jacob Warnhalter
Anton Gonzales
Product Manager
It's great for emergencies. More detailed reviews of artisans would help in making informed choices.
Jacob Warnhalter
Ahmed Alaa
Plumber
The app brings in consistent work, but the payment process is a bit slow. Faster payouts would really help us manage our finances better.
Jacob Warnhalter
Jafer
Electrician
More visibility for top-rated artisans on the app would be beneficial for business growth.
Jacob Warnhalter
Marta Branco
Makeup Artist
The app's user interface is a bit complex. Simplifying it would make job management easier.
Jacob Warnhalter
Asamoa Kwame
AC Technician
I've gained more clients through the app, which is great. However, an improved scheduling system would help prevent overbooking and manage expectations.
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UI Design

Home Page

Upon successful sign-in, the user is instantly directed to the homepage, where they can access all vital information and explore new features.

Services

The user now has the chance to pick from a large pool of services for their everyday needs.

Updates On Services You Follow

This functionality enables users to receive updates in the form of Stories or Statuses from their preferred artisans.

Top Professionals Around You

The user can see a personalized display of top-rated services, curated based on the address they have registered.

Search & Filter Page

The search & filter page can show an advanced filter system for effective search results.

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Search

Users can select from recent, popular, and suggested services, personalized based on their previous searches.
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Advanced Filter

Users can now use an advanced filter to search for services based on date, time, service type, rating, and price.
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Search Results

Users can now receive multiple service results tailored to their specified criteria in the advanced filter.
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Notification & Messaging

The notification and messaging page displays a comprehensive list of all notifications and messages.

Notification

Users can access various updates including appointment confirmations, payment details, discounts, and offers.
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Messages

This feature enables users to chat with the service provider directly within the app.
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Chat

Users can securely chat with artisans, including options for voice notes, calls, or attachments for clearer communication.
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My Appointments

This gives information about scheduled appointments and appointments history.

Scheduled Appointments

The user is able to view all upcoming booked services with the option to cancel or contact the artisan.
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Appointments History

Users can view past completed and cancelled appointments, with an option to refer the artisan to a contact or friend.
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Artisan Profile

Showing a full detailed profile of the artisan including information about the artisan, services offered, and reviews.

Pick your specialist

Users can now pick their preferred specialist based on their ratings and reviews.
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Service Details

The user can now view the details of the service they want to book, including the price, duration, and description.
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Verified Partners

Users can now view the verified partners of the platform and choose to book their services.
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Prototype

This is a prototype of the final product that we are aiming to build.