FREELANCE
Kyoto Project Center
Kyoto IQP Database
In WPI's archive of IQPs, there are 7,000+ projects listed, and continuously growing. The Venice Project Center narrows down the search, while providing a distinctive identity and description.
I led the creation of a project center website for Kyoto, showcasing 40+ projects as a resource for policymakers, students, and faculty to explore and gain insights for future work.
Product
Website Database
Skills
Product Design
Stakeholder Management
Front-End Development
My Role
Designer & Developer
Timeline
October 18 - December 13, 2024
Team
Jason Zhang, Arjun Bhat, Szymon Mamro
Design Goal
Dedicated Platform for Visibility
At Worcester Polytechnic Institute, students take part in the Interactive Qualifying Project (IQP)— a hands-on, humanitarian project that can take place anywhere in the world. Each IQP project contains a published report and accompanying resources, all of which are stored in WPI's Digital E-Project library, a website repository of thousands of projects.
The Kyoto Project Center stands out as a unique site, with students tackling on projects tied to the region's evolving tourism industry and community dynamics. While the center had a strong identity and brand presence within the university, there was no dedicated way to centralize and showcase the Kyoto-specific projects to prospective business partners and students. This gap sparked the idea for a tailored platform with one that could present and preserve the site in a way that reflects its distinct character.
Key Stakeholder Needs
Prospective students, faculty, and sponsors can view the Kyoto Project Center mission and info.
A database list of Kyoto IQP projects, with search/filter functionality.
The website must reflect the identity of Kyoto and our work here.
Ideation & Design
Zen
In crafting a website that reflects Japanese sensibilities, embracing the principle of Zen create not just a beautiful interface, but also an experience with cultural depths.
Zen emphasizes mindful simplicity, removing unnecessary distractions and highlighting what matters most. We need clean layouts and intentional structure. The ample white conceptualizes "ma" (間)—the meaningful pause or space between elements. Content can breathe and it invokes a calm experience. The standard black text offers highest readability and supports the minimalist elegance.
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