LightNFT

LightNFT

LightNFT

Case study

Case study

Case study

My role

Research, UX/UI, Visual design, Micro-interaction, Motion

My role

Research, UX/UI, Visual design, Micro-interaction, Motion

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Timeline

14 weeks / May 2023 - Aug 2023

Timeline

14 weeks / May 2023 - Aug 2023

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Instructor

Paula Seo (Mattel staff designer)

Instructor

Paula Seo (Mattel staff designer)

Context

LightNFT is an AR platform that creates an immersive experience for NFT enthusiasts and enhances NFT usability.

Micro-interaction

Add effects to NFT

Add effects to NFT

Add effects to NFT

Join a community

Join a community

Join a community

Share 3D NFT

Share 3D NFT

Share 3D NFT

Key features

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Build your AR space

Effortlessly create an AR space and seamlessly drag your NFTs into the scene.

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Build your AR space

Effortlessly create an AR space and seamlessly drag your NFTs into the scene.

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Build your AR space

Effortlessly create an AR space and seamlessly drag your NFTs into the scene.

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Enjoy your NFTs

Just AR NFT? Not that interesting... So, customize your NFTs with AI!

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Enjoy your NFTs

Just AR NFT? Not that interesting... So, customize your NFTs with AI!

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Enjoy your NFTs

Just AR NFT? Not that interesting... So, customize your NFTs with AI!

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Community

A specific community for NFT enthusiasts. Easily share the collections and 3D spaces in just a few simple steps.

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Community

A specific community for NFT enthusiasts. Easily share the collections and 3D spaces in just a few simple steps.

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Community

A specific community for NFT enthusiasts. Easily share the collections and 3D spaces in just a few simple steps.

Pain points

NFT exploded during the pandemic,
but the clout has dropped dramatically in recent years. Why?

NFT sales drop

83%

in 2022 ($2.37bn drop in revenue)

in 2022 ($2.37bn drop in revenue)

NFT art sales drop by

$120m

in 2022 (-87% in revenue)

in 2022 (-87% in revenue)

Overall NFT sales drop a lot, lack of clear use cases for NFTs.

The key problem is -
NFT IS FAR FROM REAL LIFE.

Interview insights

#1

It’s hard to create a deeper connection between NFT and the user, people are separate from the market.

#2

The factors that determine the value of NFT are erratic, and it is difficult for users to analyze trends through data, which is unstable.

#3

Should use NFT to create specific emotional benefits, let NFT create sentiment for people, instead of just showing a picture.

#4

Make the NFT have a link to real life so that it can bring extra value to a specific group of people.

Problem statement

Due to the single form of NFT, and lack of connection with the user, NFT isn't as popular as it was before.

Solution

Create a platform for building connections with NFT collectors, and create a customized and immersive space for them to enjoy their own NFT collections.

Target market

Moscow

Design thinking

AR space

How might we create a customized and immersive platform for NFT collectors?

Enable users to create personalized AR spaces by dragging and dropping their NFTs.

By using AI, users can enjoy increased interactivity by easily modifying the movements and expressions of their NFTs.

Past design

Past design

AR only, no further interaction. Peset NFT movements and expressions only.

Not engaging, just see the 3D NFT model in the space.

New design

New design

AR integrates with AI to create a more dynamic interaction.

Add a touch of magic to NFTs, encouraging users to engage with their NFTs in the AR space.

NFT enthusiasts space

How might we create a customized and immersive platform for NFT collectors?

Past design

Past design

Share collection and AR space flow are unclear. Besides that, it is hard to distinguish the message type.

Not clear where to get started.

New design

New design

Improved visual hierarchy for clarity, simplified button text, and immediate expansion of the advanced panel for streamlined sharing options.

Easier to understand the user flow.

Visual language

Visual attributes

Enchanting

Connecting

Applying

Visual style

Create a pixel-style icon set that aligns with the platform's visual identity, adding a playful and engaging touch.

Final design

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Quick guidance

Allow users add their wallets easily.

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Quick guidance

Allow users add their wallets easily.

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Quick guidance

Allow users add their wallets easily.

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NFT collection

The entrance for users to AR rooms, and they can check all their NFTs here.

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NFT collection

The entrance for users to AR rooms, and they can check all their NFTs here.

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NFT collection

The entrance for users to AR rooms, and they can check all their NFTs here.

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AI magic

Enable text input to customize the NFT, dynamically changing its expression or movement based on the prompt.

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AI magic

Enable text input to customize the NFT, dynamically changing its expression or movement based on the prompt.

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AI magic

Enable text input to customize the NFT, dynamically changing its expression or movement based on the prompt.

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Discovery

Introduce 2 tabs to separate 'My world' and 'Explore,' making it easy to discover and join new NFT enthusiast groups.

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Discovery

Introduce 2 tabs to separate 'My world' and 'Explore,' making it easy to discover and join new NFT enthusiast groups.

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Discovery

Introduce 2 tabs to separate 'My world' and 'Explore,' making it easy to discover and join new NFT enthusiast groups.

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Group share

Create clear categories and enable seamless sharing of content among NFT enthusiasts.

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Group share

Create clear categories and enable seamless sharing of content among NFT enthusiasts.

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Group share

Create clear categories and enable seamless sharing of content among NFT enthusiasts.

Copyright

2025 Ennis Zhuang

Copyright

2025 Ennis Zhuang

Copyright

2025 Ennis Zhuang