Designing a Personalised Dashboard for Air Quality & Occupancy
CHALLENGE
CHALLENGE
CHALLENGE
I led the design of a dashboard widget that visualises air quality alongside occupancy levels, helping users identify patterns and take action. The challenge was to present two very different data sets in a clear, actionable way while ensuring the interface remained intuitive across desktop and mobile. Working closely with stakeholders, I refined the experience to balance simplicity with depth, enabling users to quickly interpret trends and make informed decisions.
This was the challenge driving the business’s ambition to launch a new mobile app. The right approach wasn’t obvious: a quick browser-based solution or a native app with greater capabilities?
As the design lead, I guided cross-functional teams through workshops, user validation, and iterative design. What we created wasn’t just an app but a platform that empowered users to reclaim value from their personal data, putting Google at the centre of the experience.
THE SOLUTION
THE SOLUTION
I designed a dual-layered graph overlaying occupancy and air quality trends, with alerts highlighting critical changes. Filters allowed users to focus on key metrics like CO2 or virus risk, while a responsive design ensured usability across devices.
The initial idea was simple: let users earn by browsing. But discovery workshops revealed this wouldn’t meet deeper user needs. Whilst familiar, browsing alone wasn’t inspiring or empowering.
Through stakeholder discussions, I proposed a bold pivot: allow users to earn directly from their Google data. Google, as a tech giant, has accumulated vast user data. Enabling people to reclaim value from it felt innovative and empowering. The challenge was to make this idea intuitive and seamless.
BEYOND THE MVP
BEYOND THE MVP
Beyond the initial release, I considered the broader user journey. A separate setup flow would allow users to customise metrics, set alerts, and configure tracking—ensuring long-term flexibility and scalability.
Discovery uncovered key user needs: simplicity, transparency, and control. This shaped a vision for users to easily connect their Google accounts, track earnings, and feel empowered.
I prioritised concepts and developed wireframes focused on trust and ease of use. User testing refined the designs further, ensuring the process was intuitive at every step. The final experience made connecting accounts and earning from data seamless and rewarding.
OUTCOME
OUTCOME
Users could immediately see if air quality issues were linked to office crowding
The widget enabled preventative measures before conditions worsened.
The framework was designed to scale, allowing for future data insights.
Early consideration of onboarding and customisation set the foundation for long-term usability.
This project demonstrated the power of turning complex data into simple, actionable insights. A well-designed dashboard isn’t just about visualising information—it’s about empowering better decisions now and in the future.
It empowered users whilst driving significant growth and strengthening brand trust.
By taking bold risks and listening to users, we created a product that gave them control over their data and set a new standard for digital empowerment. The project also set a scalable design framework for future digital products.