BlockBar is a blockchain-authenticated auction platform for direct, secure trading of premium spirits and wines, ensuring absolute authenticity straight from the producers.
My primary objective was to create a detailed MVP prototype using Figma, dividing work into 6 week long sprints, following Lean UX principles. I worked in a cross-functional team, emphasizing rapid prototyping and continuous feedback between team members and stakeholders.
Client
BlockBar
Agency
Philosophie
My Role
Product Design
Team
Delivery Lead
Engineer
Product Designer
Tools
Figma,
Miro,
Photoshop
Project Length
6 weeks
Achievements
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$7 Million 1st Year Sales Milestone
In its first year, BlockBar achieved sales of $7 million, and by the second year, it reached sales of $25 million.
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Explosive User Growth
The platform quickly gained popularity, amassing over 300,000 users in its initial rollout.
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Partnerships with Major Brands
BlockBar has successfully partnered with some of the world's biggest wine and spirits brands, such as 1800 Tequila, Ardbeg Fon Fhòid, Patrón Tequila, and Glenfiddich.
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Recognition and Awards
BlockBar was shortlisted for the prestigious LVMH 2022 Innovation Award at VivaTech in Paris and was featured in British GQ's ten coolest things of the week.
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Successful NFT Product Drops
Since launching, BlockBar has launched over 27 product drops, many selling out instantly. For instance, 15 NFTs for a 46-year-old Glenfiddich whisky sold in four seconds, while a $18,000, four-decade-old Glenfiddich single malt was issued as an NFT. A Hennessy 8 cognac NFT sold for 70.47 Ethereum, or around $226,450.
Personas
Sketches
For BlockBar's visually impactful screens, I explored numerous ideas through sketching and collaborative 'crazy 8' exercises with my team. This process generated a wide variety of concepts, from which we selected the most compelling design. The design was then refined into detailed wireframes and mockups.
Wireframes
For most of BlockBar's pages, we utilized Figma to create wireframes, employing reusable components for rapid iteration on the less visually complex screens. This method streamlined the design process, allowing for efficient refinement and evolution of the user interface while maintaining a focus on functionality and aesthetic balance.
Hi-Fidelity Screens and protypes
In crafting BlockBar's high-fidelity mockups, I combined luxury with modern minimalism, employing soft edges and smooth animations for a premium user experience. The chosen color palette, typography, and imagery reflect the exclusivity of the high-end spirits market.
A crucial aspect of the design involved the strategic implementation of animations and nuanced transitions, enhancing the overall sense of luxury and sophistication.
