UI/UX • 2025
YEAR
2025
ROLE
UX Designer
TIMELINE
October - November
SKILLS
Product Design
UX Research
Interaction Design
OVERVIEW
A headache free experience
At the core of the HOTLAP design philosophy is a commitment to user-centric simplicity and visual elegance. Recognizing that modern fans consume data on the go, the app prioritizes a clean, scannable layout that presents complex information—from sector times to championship permutations—in a digestible format.
The dark-themed interface not only reduces eye strain but also evokes the premium, high-tech aesthetic of Formula 1 itself. Every screen, from the schedule to the driver standings, is crafted to eliminate clutter and provide a seamless navigational experience, ensuring users can find what they need in seconds, not minutes.
HOTLAP's feature set is built around the four pillars of the fan experience: tracking the season, following live events, diving into statistics, and staying updated. The dynamic homepage serves as a central dashboard, surfacing the most relevant news and results.
The comprehensive Championship section offers detailed standings for both drivers and constructors, complete with performance metrics. Meanwhile, the interactive Schedule provides countdowns, session times adjusted to local time zones, and rich post-race results, turning a static calendar into an engaging, indispensable tool for every race weekend.
Beyond delivering data, HOTLAP aims to create a personalized connection to the sport. The Profile section allows users to select their favorite drivers and teams, tailoring the content feed and notifications to their specific interests. This focus on customization transforms the app from a simple data browser into a personal F1 companion.
Future iterations are envisioned to include home screen widgets for at-a-glance updates and live activities for real-time race data, further solidifying HOTLAP's position as the essential, all-in-one platform for the dedicated Formula 1 enthusiast.
