Android12
OS Design
Role
OS Design
Status
Complete
Services
Waterfall / Linear
Project Type
Mobile & Tablet App
Software Used
Brief
While working in cooperation with VHEDIA, I was tasked with the project of creating a custom UI theme design to be developed for their car headunits that came in various designs, models and bases. The theme had to include consideration for custom widgets & personalisation whilst remaining simple enough for all variants of users to be able to troubleshoot either via a provided PDF guide or over the phone from one of the support technicians
Goals
Design a flexible, easy-to-use UI theme compatible across multiple car headunit models, supporting custom widgets and straightforward troubleshooting.
The challenge
Designing a universal UI theme for VHEDIA’s range of car headunits posed the challenge of catering to multiple hardware designs, models, and operating bases, while ensuring usability for a wide range of drivers.
Process
We began by identifying the technical constraints and understanding user scenarios across different headunit configurations. This informed a design framework adaptable to various screen sizes, resolutions, and layouts.
Research
Analyzed hardware variations, user scenarios, and support documentation needs to ensure universal usability and effective customer support.
Brand Identity System
The theme was designed with a balance of customisation and simplicity, supporting personal widgets and user preferences while maintaining an intuitive, streamlined interface for everyday use.
Colour Palette
Explore this palette of colors, each representing a unique shade with space for a description or additional content.
Primary
#590508
Secondary
#8A020D
Tertiary
#901721
Other
#01011E
Alternative
#fefefe
Wireframing
Wireframes mapped out navigation flows, widget placement, and key user interactions, allowing us to test adaptability across different model dimensions before committing to final visuals.
UI Design
The visual design emphasised clarity and accessibility, using a clean, bold interface style optimised for in-car visibility, with clear iconography and consistent placement of core functions.
Development Process
Design assets and specifications were documented for integration by the development team, with built-in support for PDF-based troubleshooting guides and remote assistance by VHEDIA’s technical staff.