Work Details
Buildwize — Comprehensive Construction App
Buildwize Mobile app
User research, UX/UI design, prototyping
Project Type
Complete App Design (Concept to Prototype)
Project Overview
Buildwize is an all-in-one construction management app designed to simplify communication, coordination, and project tracking for contractors, builders, and site managers, home owners . The goal was to create an intuitive, modern, and mobile-first experience that centralizes tasks, project updates, payments, and documentation.
Problem Statement & Goals
Problem:
Construction professionals often juggle multiple apps and offline workflows for tasks like labor tracking, material management, and site updates. This leads to poor communication, delays, and data loss.
Challenges identified:
- Fragmented workflows across tools .
- Lack of real-time project visibility .
- Inefficient documentation and reporting.
- Overcomplicated UI in existing platforms .
Objective
To empower individuals undertaking construction projects by providing a one-stop platform that simplifies every step of the journey, from finding reliable professionals to managing the complete build process. BuildWize aims to create a more efficient, cost-effective, and transparent construction experience, empowering individuals to achieve their building dreams with confidence.
Starting Lean
Instead of a huge launch, I took a Lean Startup approach to BuildWize. This means starting with a basic version focusing on the biggest user pain points, like finding reliable professionals and comparing material prices.
By releasing this Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to a small test group, I could gather real user feedback through surveys, interviews, and app usage data. This validates my initial assumptions – are users finding what they need easily? Does the marketplace help them save money?
With this valuable feedback, I can continuously improve BuildWize. I’ll learn what works, prioritize the most impactful features, and iterate quickly using the Build-Measure-Learn cycle. This lets me gradually add powerful features like budgeting tools, virtual feasibility studies, and AI design suggestions, all based on what users actually need.
This Lean approach helps me minimize risk, save resources, and ensure BuildWize solves real problems for users in the construction industry.
User Research & Insights
Research methods:
- 1. Contractors and site supervisors interview .
- 2. User interview with home owners .
Key Questions:
- 1. What are your biggest pain points when managing construction projects?
- 2. Do you find it difficult to compare prices and find good deals on construction materials?
- 3. What specific concerns or questions would you want addressed through a virtual feasibility study?
- 4. What features would be most valuable to you in a construction management tool (e.g., schedule, budget tracking, communication tools)?
- 5. What aspects of Build Wize do you find most beneficial for your construction projects?
Key insights:
1. Complex Stakeholder Management
- Faces challenges coordinating between clients, engineers, laborers, and suppliers.
- Needs a unified communication and project management platform.
2. Difficulty Managing Timelines & Budgets
- Struggles to keep track of multiple project deadlines and expenses simultaneously.
- Expressed the need for smart budgeting and real-time cost tracking features.
3. Finding Reliable Professionals & Materials
- Often wastes time verifying contractors, suppliers, and sourcing materials.
- Suggested having a verified professional directory and integrated marketplace.
4. Value in BuildWize Features
- Appreciates BuildWize’s 3D video-based feasibility studies for real-time project validation.
- Finds AI-powered land measurement and design suggestions particularly useful during early planning.
5. Feedback on Improvement Areas
- Requested more detailed professional profiles (ratings, previous projects, certifications).
- Suggested customization in design recommendations based on project type and budget.
- Wanted specific input options in the smart budgeting tool for finer financial control.
6. Overall Perception
- Described BuildWize as a promising and practical app that simplifies complex construction workflows.
- Believes it could significantly improve efficiency, transparency, and collaboration across teams.
Competitive Analysis & Insights
Insight
- Finding Nearby Professionals: Different platforms are good at offering a variety of services and are trusted by users. But they face tough competition and need to ensure quality. They can grow and improve quality.
- Material Marketplace: They offer a wide range of products and focus on business-to-business services. But, they need to address issues related to pricing and competition. They can grow by adding more product categories and improving their online presence.
- Smart Budgeting: These tools have many features, but they need to work on their pricing models and integration with other systems. They can improve by working together and constantly updating their features..
- Virtual Feasibility Study: These tools are good at mapping and visualizing projects, but they need to be more user-friendly and accessible. They can grow by expanding into different industries and improving user training.
- AI Land Measurement: These tools provide real-time data, but they require specialized training to use. They can grow by expanding into different industries and working with industry leaders.
- AI-Powered Design Suggestions: These platforms offer visual ideas and are easy to use. But, they need to manage the amount of content and competition. They can improve by integrating with Augmented Reality and enhancing their features.
- Construction Management Tools: These tools have many features, but they can be expensive and difficult to learn. They can improve by integrating with other tools and constantly updating their features.
Strategic Takeaway
- While competitors solve isolated pain points, BuildWize unifies the construction journey from land measurement to AI-driven design, budgeting, and verified professional hiring under one seamless, intelligent platform.
User Persona
Crazy 8s (Ideas & Selected Ideas)
Crazy 8 Ideas
- 1 .Gamified Learning and Skill Development – Gamified learning for construction professionals.
- 2. Collaborative 3D Design Platform – Integrates a collaborative 3D design platform for real-time teamwork among architects, engineers, and contractors.
- 3. AI-powered Material Recommendation – Uses AI to suggest construction materials based on project requirements, preferences, and real-time market data.
- 4. Interactive Project Timeline and Resource Allocation – Interactive timeline for visualizing tasks, dependencies, and resource allocation in real-time.
- 5. Augmented Reality Construction Site Planning – Uses AR to overlay planned construction projects onto real-world sites through mobile devices.
- 6. Blockchain-powered Construction Contract Management – Employs blockchain for secure and transparent contract management.
- 7. Community Forum for Construction Professionals – A platform for professionals to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate.
- 8. BuildWize VR Training – Trains users in equipment operation, safety procedures, and task handling in a VR environment.
Selected Ideas
- 1 . Verified professional directory
- 2. Material marketplace
- 3. Smart budgeting tool
- 4. Virtual feasibility study
- 5. AR land measurement
- 6. AI-powered design suggestions
- 7. Construction management tools
Refined Problem Statement & How Might We
Refined Problem statement
- Difficulty finding reliable and verified local professionals: Sourcing qualified professionals like civil engineers, architects, and contractors is often time-consuming and lacks transparency.
- Limited access to transparent material pricing and options: Comparing prices and finding trusted suppliers for construction materials is cumbersome and lacks readily available information.
- Inaccurate budgeting and cost overruns: Traditional budgeting methods are often imprecise, leading to cost overruns and project delays.
- Inefficient feasibility studies and land measurement: Manual methods for feasibility studies and land measurement are time-consuming and prone to errors.
- Lack of personalized design inspiration and limited customization: Finding design inspiration tailored to individual preferences, budget constraints, and local trends is difficult.
- Ineffective construction management tools: Collaboration and progress tracking during construction projects are often hampered by outdated tools and fragmented workflows.
Solution
- BuildWize aims to be the ultimate go-to solution for construction projects by providing a unified platform that seamlessly integrates cutting-edge technologies to address these challenges and empower users with a more efficient, cost-effective, and user-friendly construction experience.
Key features
- Verified professional directory: Discover and connect with qualified local professionals like civil engineers, architects, and contractors with user reviews and ratings for transparency.
- Material marketplace: Compare prices, access exclusive deals, and get detailed material specifications from trusted suppliers near you.
- Smart budgeting tool: Generate personalized budget recommendations based on project details and preferences.
- Virtual feasibility study: Upload 3D land videos for AI-powered analysis of terrain, regulations, and potential challenges, eliminating the need for physical site visits.
- AR land measurement: Utilize your phone's camera for accurate and effortless land area measurement.
- AI-powered design suggestions: Get inspirational design ideas customized to your preferences, budget, and local trends with enhanced customization options.
- Construction management tools: Track project progress, manage tasks, collaborate with your team, and streamline communication within the app.
How Might We
- How might BuildWize become the ultimate go-to solution for construction projects, seamlessly providing detailed material specifications, empowering users with insights into local professionals, refining budgeting tools for personalized recommendations, and introducing AI-powered design suggestions with enhanced customization options to offer a more efficient, cost-effective, and user-friendly construction experience?
- By integrating a comprehensive system that delivers detailed material specifications, offers insights into local professionals through reviews and ratings, refines budgeting tools for personalized recommendations based on specific project details, and introduces AI-powered design suggestions with increased customization options, BuildWize aims to be the definitive solution for a streamlined, user-friendly, and innovative construction project management experience.
User flow
Wireframe
UI Design
Usability Test, Learnings & Outcomes
Objective
To evaluate which version of the Construction Management dashboard provides a more intuitive, efficient, and visually appealing user experience for project tracking and report generation.
Two versions were compared:
- Version A: Original dashboard (simple grid-style layout)
- Version B: Redesigned dashboard (enhanced filters and structured hierarchy)
Participants
- 6 construction professionals (contractors, project managers, and site engineers)
- Age range: 25–45
- Devices Used: Mobile
Tasks Given
- 1) Identify how many projects are overdue, in progress, and completed.
- 2) Generate a custom report filtered by: Status: Overdue Team: Civil City: Bengaluru Date Range: 01–19 Sep 2023
- 3) Share insights about the overall layout and ease of use.
Qualitative Insights
Version A – Original
Strengths:
Compact layout and quick overview of project statuses.
“Generate Report” feature is visible and easy to find.
Pain Points:
- Users confused by overlapping filters and lack of hierarchy.
- Status boxes too similar visually—hard to focus quickly.
- Date selection interaction was unclear for some users.
Version B – Redesigned
Strengths:
Clear separation of filters (Status, Date, City, Team).
Strong visual hierarchy with highlighted active filters.
Easier readability and faster decision-making.
Consistent spacing and clear “Generate Report” button placement.
Pain Points:
Slightly more scrolling due to filter options.
One participant suggested a quick summary bar at the top.
Key Findings
- Users performed tasks faster and with fewer errors in Version B.
- Visual clarity and logical grouping of filters helped users understand the flow immediately.
- Version B was rated more professional and scalable for future features.
Impact
- Simplifying professional sourcing: Find verified local architects, engineers, and contractors with user reviews for transparency.
- Improving project management: Track progress, manage tasks, collaborate with your team, all within a single app.
- Enhancing budgeting accuracy: Generate personalized cost estimates based on project details and preferences.
- Expediting feasibility studies: Conduct virtual studies with AI-powered analysis, eliminating physical site visits.
- BuildWize simplifies construction projects, saving time, reducing costs, and offering a more user-friendly experience
- Facilitating design inspiration: Get AI-powered design suggestions tailored to your budget, preferences, and local trends.
- Improving project management: Track progress, manage tasks, collaborate with your team, all within a single app.
Conclusion
BuildWize empowers individuals undertaking construction projects with increased efficiency, cost savings, and a more user-friendly experience, ultimately transforming the construction industry through seamless technology integration.
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