Guiding principles of interaction and usability for the development of a Architecture script

Abstract

This project had as main objective the development of a digital script, in an app format, about the main Portuguese contemporary architectural references, located in national territory.

The study was divided into two phases: the first phase consisted of the analysis of the main digital platforms and mobile applications on the market related to the Portuguese architecture. It was intended to analyze in detail these solutions, with a main focus on the evaluation of their interaction and usability; the second phase, through the research carried out, developed a new solution, an app, specifically related to contemporary Portuguese architecture.

In this work, a theoretical-practical research methodology was used, with the analysis of theoretical bodies, formal models and the realization of a practical project, applied research. In this study process, themes such as User-Centered Design and Design Thinking were addressed.

As a result, it was intended to develop a set guiding principles in order to achieve a complete and efficient experience in the use of the application.