⚠️ Disclaimer : The case study writing is still WIP, it will be finished soon

Context

Digital technology is everywhere in our daily lives and is most often presented in a visual way.

We use it for the most essential tasks and yet very few apps and websites meet the accessibility standards for visually impaired people on a global scale.

Problem

Orientation aids for the visually impaired are crucially lacking in empathy.

How can we improve the sense of present time for visually impaired people?

Soundscape approaches navigation differently

Soundscape aims to create inclusive and emotionally resonant navigation experiences, empowering visually impaired individuals to explore urban environments independently and confidently through personalized auditory memories.

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Positive impact for users and businesses:

• Enhanced urban accessibility and inclusivity.
• Potential boost in local tourism and businesses through improved navigation experiences. </aside>

Key Design Decisions & Interview Insights

Targeting Partially Sighted Users

Interview Insight:

• Users rely heavily on their residual vision when using a navigation application and for orientation.
• Audio cues act as a secondary aid to completing the task.

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Visual accessibility of the app remains a primary focus

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Design Response:

To ensure maximum accessibility in SoundScape, I followed W3C and ADA accessibility guidelines: