Driving User-Friendly Innovation: Designing a
Comprehensive Car Directory Platform
Comprehensive Car Directory Platform
Project Type:
Freelancer
Role:
Product Designer
Core technologies:
Figma
Country:
Albania
Client Background
The client aimed to create a comprehensive online platform for buying and selling cars, targeting both individual sellers and businesses in Albania. The platform’s goal was to make car listings accessible and visually appealing while ensuring ease of navigation for users with diverse needs.
Challenge
The main challenges included:
- Designing a user-friendly interface that caters to both individual car sellers and large-scale dealers.
- Streamlining the car search and listing process to ensure users can quickly find vehicles that meet their needs.
- Creating a seamless registration and communication process for buyers and sellers to interact directly.
- Ensuring the platform is visually engaging while maintaining functionality across various devices.
Solutions
Homepage Design:
- Developed a clean and intuitive interface with a prominent search bar, enabling users to search cars by brand, model, year, and other filters.
- Included a dynamic section for featured brands and latest car listings to attract user attention.
Search Results Page:
- Designed a detailed and responsive search results page with filtering options like price range, fuel type, body style, and more.
- Added high-quality car images and essential details (price, mileage, transmission) to allow users to compare listings easily.
Car Details Page:
- Crafted a dedicated page for each listing with comprehensive information, such as vehicle specifications, seller details, and contact options (message or call).
- Integrated a map feature to display the seller’s location for added convenience.
Seller Features:
- Designed an intuitive form for sellers to list cars with options to upload images, specify features, and provide detailed descriptions.
- Created a user-friendly registration page for both individuals and businesses, ensuring a smooth onboarding process.
Buyer-Seller Communication:
- Added messaging functionality for users to directly contact sellers, fostering better engagement and trust.
What I Learned
This project taught me valuable lessons about designing for a diverse audience and balancing user needs with business goals. Key takeaways include:
- The importance of crafting a user-friendly experience that simplifies complex workflows.
- How to prioritize essential features while maintaining a clean and visually appealing design.
- The significance of effective communication and collaboration with stakeholders to ensure the platform aligns with their vision.
- Adapting designs for mobile and desktop users, ensuring accessibility across all devices.
Final Pages
Web & Mobile version
