College for Creative Studies | A partnership with CCS Transportation Studio | March 12 - April 30, 2023Beyond Travel
We have designed an exclusive tablet to serve as the primary human-centric interface for passengers aboard our air yacht. This tablet empowers passengers to control the onboard environment and stay connected with the outside world. It seamlessly integrates with the aircraft’s lighting, heating system, cameras, and window glass. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as augmented reality (AR) on the window glass and zoom functionality, we provide an immersive and effortless experience for passengers.
”Immerse yourself in a personalized Air Yacht experience. Our interface design combines AR technology with captivating moments, showcasing Earth’s history, cultural heritage, and endangered wildlife. Join us in promoting sustainability and cultural awareness, while enjoying an extraordinary journey.”
Trend Research
” Travelers value journey and also its effect on the environment.”
75%
of global travelers believe a trip is more enjoyable when the journey feels like part of it in 2022. (Source: partner.booking.com)
40%
of global airline customers aged between 25 and 34 reported that they have a bad conscience when flying (source: McKinsey & Co)
” Global travelers seek off-grid vacations to escape, with many also interested in luxury.”
44%
of global travelers are looking for ‘off-grid’ style vacations to escape from reality (source: Booking.com).
48%
of global travelers are interested in combining the idea of “Off-grid” with luxuries to have a more indulgent stay (source: Booking.com).
” Increasing remote working, the opportunity to work from everywhere.”
54%
of job applications on LinkedIn in July 2022 were for remote work, a steep rise from January 2020 (Source: Frobes).
68%
of Americans would opt for complete remote work in 2023 (Source: Zippia)
Target Group
Age:
- Based on the lifestyles, it includes adults older than 24-year-old.
Social status:
- Urban professionals
- Working remotely
- Extended Working hours
- Upper average income
Problems:
- Finding new travel Destination.
- Craving a deeper bond with nature, mindful of preserving its integrity.
- Having bad conscience when flying
Benchmark
Lazzarini Design Studio designs an eco-friendly hybrid of private jet and mega-yacht and offers luxurious amenities.
US-Space Perspective plans eco-friendly space travel in 2024 without carbon footprint.
World View designed an Explorer spaceflight capsule for virtual space tourism flight.
Journey map
Exploring the potential of the Zhangjiajie Resort Zone, nestled in China's pristine landscape, presents an exciting venture. Despite its allure, accessibility remains a challenge due to its remote location. Moreover, the influx of tourists threatens the delicate local ecosystem. Our journey focuses on enhancing tourism while preserving nature, aiming for sustainable development and memorable experiences for all.
Transportation Design Idea | Air Yacht
By: ZIHENG ZHANG
UI Mood Board
UX Design Ideas
Personalization
Personalization allows passengers to customize their ambient by setting light, temperature for different moments.
Capturing Unique Moments
The timer recording feature lets passengers capture time-lapse pictures of unique moments by setting a timer to automatically take pictures at specific intervals.
Green Horizon
Being more respectful of the planet by passing through Earth's history using AR technology. Select a year on your tablet to unveil the vegetation and architectural wonders of that era, fostering a greater connection with our planet's past.
Creature Connection
Explore wildlife with a Lyncean eye, acquainting yourself with endangered animals and their habitats to support conservation. Utilize zoomable glass technology on windows for an immersive experience, deepening your understanding and encouraging active conservation involvement.
High Fidelity UI Prototype
Final Prototype