OMro
Overview
A pocket-sized passive device that connects those who’ve crossed paths.
Team
Haipei C.
Elisha J.
Gerri Z.
My Role
3D Modeling
UX/UI Design
context
The way people socialize has fundamentally shifted.
Performative
Fragmented
Emotionally Distant
We asked 57 people about how they socialize.
Insight
People hate small talk.
Lack of opportunity, not disinterest.
Cliques prevent new friendships from forming.
Easy to meet, hard to connect.
Define
Design principles
Serendipitous connections
Same place at the same exact time, and how it could grow into a connection and making that possible with Omro.
Subtle presence, not overpowering.
Strip down to its simplest form and focus on human connection through presence.
Built for lasting bonds
Lasting bonds, going against fostering surface-level, one and done friendships but ones that are lasting.
Prioritize privacy and emotional safety
Prioritize privacy and emotional safety. Establish safeguards and guidelines throughout our experience.
challenge
How might we spark meaningful encounters between strangers in everyday spaces?
Storyboard
We started ideating with an initial storyboard illustrating the user flow of the envisioned product.
Brainstorm
Based on our storyboard, we wrote down key features of our product and drew initial sketches.
3 Initial Ideas
From our sketches, we selected the following 3 to get more feedback.
Prototype
Initial prototype
App information architecture diagram
What would the expereince look like?
Moodboard
Final design
In a world of infinite noise, Omro brings back the quiet. A soft signal. A maybe.
Pocket-sized device, intentional connection
Powered by thoughtful design and subtle technology, Omro is a pocket-sized guide to noticing, crossing paths, and embracing the beauty of everyday encounters.
