Casa Colonial 1830: web design
GOAL
Design a website that allows travelers to make bookings to the Casa Colonial 1830 hotel.
ROLE
UX / UI Designer
PROJECT DURATION
The project lasted approximately two months, including the research phase.
TOOLS
Adobe XD, Illustrator and Photoshop.
OVERVIEW
Casa Colonial 1830 seamlessly blends history and tradition within its beautiful spaces. The hotel’s primary goal is to fully immerse visitors in the vibrant atmosphere of Trinidad, offering an authentic experience of the local culture.
The users
Creating user personas for our UI/UX project is a crucial step in understanding our target audience. Here are two user personas we developed.
Insights gathered from user research
Cultural immersion is key
Travelers prefer environments where one can deeply connect with local culture and history.
Comfort and authenticity
Visitors are looking for accommodations that combine modern conveniences with a traditional ambience.
Participation in events
Travelers desire to engage in local history and culture through various events and activities.
Information architecture (sitemap)
Wireframes
The designer wireframes focus on key functionalities such as cultural event listings, booking options, user accounts, and personalized ecommendations.
Graphic resources
TYPOGRAPHY
COLOR PALETTE
COMPONENTS
Mockups
The prototypes bring the wireframes to life, showcasing an intuitive interface that seamlessly integrates functionality and aesthetics.
Takeaways
Involving users throughout the project development process means that the website adds value for both visitors and Casa Colonial 1830. The website provides detailed information and allows booking of activities and visits to Trinidad’s historic sites through an intuitive design with simple and fluid navigation.
