Case study
Ar | Lib
The path to becoming an architect is fraught with challenges, both academic and creative. Architecture students often encounter setbacks in their pursuit of extraordinary design. This unique project serves as a framework for creative minds who face obstacles, offering a toolkit for overcoming hurdles, exploring fresh ideas, and achieving success. It's more than just a collection of design solutions; it's a narrative of perseverance and determination, a testament to the power of unwavering resolve.
What is Ar | Lib?
Ar | Lib is a mobile app that will help architecture students find the information they need, quickly and easily. No more hours spent searching through endless pages of text, or sifting through irrelevant results. Ar | Lib will deliver the most relevant information, so the students can focus on their design work.
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Ar | Lib is like having a personal research assistant for students. It will find the information they need, no matter how obscure or difficult to find. It will also keep them organized, so they can easily track their sources and stay on top of their research.
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Ar | Lib is more than just a research tool. It is a powerful resource that will help students save time, improve their research skills, and produce better designs.
A series of screens displaying different features of the app.
Average design-cycle of a student
The hiccup
Insights from student interviews revealed a common pattern in their working process. Most students struggled between Phase I and Phase II of the design process, which consumed more time. This is despite the fact that research only accounts for 25% of the overall design process. However, it has a significant impact on the final outcome.
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The purpose of this mobile application is to address this need. The app will provide students with a platform to access qualitative and quantitative research information, eliminating unnecessary steps and allowing them to focus on other phases of the design process. This will help students save time and produce better designs.
