Google Nest Thermostat & App: Redesigned to be
HighEnd & Innovative.
[Team]
Rachana Rachaprolu | Bingxi Liu | Venti Vu | Yuxuan Zhang | Krishnika Kundu
[Key Concepts]
Research | User Testing | Design Systems | WireFrames | Component Libraries | Prototyping | Accessibility
As Design Strategist, I led the system-driven redesign of the Google Nest Thermostat and its companion app to create a high-end, intuitive, and emotionally intelligent user experience. Over a 10-week sprint, I defined the visual and interaction strategy, developing a scalable design system built on consistency, clarity, and modularity. From moodboard analysis to layout grids, component libraries, and color tokens, every design choice ensured seamless integration across physical and digital touchpoints.
I directed the creation of interactive mid-to-high fidelity prototypes in Figma and guided user testing through A/B experiments, SUS surveys, and interviews, validating usability and refining emotional resonance. The outcome was a cohesive and elevated interface that transformed climate control from a purely functional task into a frictionless, human-centered, and delightful smart home experience.








Google Nest App & Thermostat: Reimagined.
As Design Strategist, I directed Nest’s redesign through a modular design system, cohesive UI, and iterative testing, creating an intuitive, emotionally intelligent experience uniting physical and digital smart home interactions.
Role
Design Strategist
(Team Of 05)
Timeline
10 weeks
Type
UX|UXR|UI
Tools
User Testing Synthesis, Branding & Integration,
Prototyping, Design Systems Development.
Challenge
Microsoft Word’s dense toolbars, inconsistent formatting logic, & low discoverability increased cognitive load. Users felt lost, relied on hidden shortcuts, and struggled to work efficiently without making formatting mistakes, dealing with inconsistencies.
Approach
We conducted research and synthesis to redesign Word’s core writing flow using intent-based toolbars, clearer hierarchy, and progressive disclosure; simplifying discovery while preserving advanced power-user functionality through smart defaults.
Result
The redesign significantly reduced time to find features, lowered formatting errors, and increased engagement. Users experienced clearer workflows, faster writing, and greater trust in formatting actions without sacrificing flexibility or control.











































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