Projects

Bookscape

An interactive website that raises awareness about the blind community through an engaging, immersive experience. The site will showcase how the library fosters a supportive network and amplify its social impact.

Year

2024

Scope

Web Design

Role

Product designer

The society often underestimates the size and impact of the visually impaired population, viewing it as a small group. However, this community is much larger than commonly assumed.

The Problem

Sighted people often lack the proactive awareness or willingness to connect with and genuinely understand the blind and visually impaired community. This has led to the invisibility and neglect of this group in many areas, including the field of design.

Design Goal

Aims to create an interactive, user-friendly website that highlights the blind community's experiences while showcasing the library's role in providing support and resources. By fostering empathy and understanding, the website seeks to inspire greater awareness and engagement.

Design Strategy

To develop an empathy-driven design using storytelling to build emotional connections and understanding.

Using sound, music, and haptic feedback to create a rich, layered experience that resonates with all users. Ensuring that every feature is accessible and enjoyable for users with varying abilities, offering alternative ways to interact with the content.


© 2026 Mina(Yangchen) Cui All rights reserved.

Projects

Bookscape

An interactive website that raises awareness about the blind community through an engaging, immersive experience. The site will showcase how the library fosters a supportive network and amplify its social impact.

Year

2024

Scope

Web Design

Role

Product designer

The society often underestimates the size and impact of the visually impaired population, viewing it as a small group. However, this community is much larger than commonly assumed.

The Problem

Sighted people often lack the proactive awareness or willingness to connect with and genuinely understand the blind and visually impaired community. This has led to the invisibility and neglect of this group in many areas, including the field of design.

Design Goal

Aims to create an interactive, user-friendly website that highlights the blind community's experiences while showcasing the library's role in providing support and resources. By fostering empathy and understanding, the website seeks to inspire greater awareness and engagement.

Design Strategy

To develop an empathy-driven design using storytelling to build emotional connections and understanding.

Using sound, music, and haptic feedback to create a rich, layered experience that resonates with all users. Ensuring that every feature is accessible and enjoyable for users with varying abilities, offering alternative ways to interact with the content.


© 2026 Mina(Yangchen) Cui All rights reserved.

Projects

Bookscape

An interactive website that raises awareness about the blind community through an engaging, immersive experience. The site will showcase how the library fosters a supportive network and amplify its social impact.

Year

2024

Scope

Web Design

Role

Product designer

The society often underestimates the size and impact of the visually impaired population, viewing it as a small group. However, this community is much larger than commonly assumed.

The Problem

Sighted people often lack the proactive awareness or willingness to connect with and genuinely understand the blind and visually impaired community. This has led to the invisibility and neglect of this group in many areas, including the field of design.

Design Goal

Aims to create an interactive, user-friendly website that highlights the blind community's experiences while showcasing the library's role in providing support and resources. By fostering empathy and understanding, the website seeks to inspire greater awareness and engagement.

Design Strategy

To develop an empathy-driven design using storytelling to build emotional connections and understanding.

Using sound, music, and haptic feedback to create a rich, layered experience that resonates with all users. Ensuring that every feature is accessible and enjoyable for users with varying abilities, offering alternative ways to interact with the content.


© 2026 Mina(Yangchen) Cui All rights reserved.