Ven-T

Tourists and vacationers in Asturias often struggle to discover local events near their location. Without a centralized source of reliable information, they rely on word-of-mouth, risking missed opportunities for events they might enjoy.

Event planners also face challenges, lacking a modern and effective platform to promote their activities. Traditional methods, such as posters or outdated websites, limit their reach and create barriers for new or smaller-scale events.

Ven-T is an event-listing app designed to connect people with events around them while promoting tourism in rural Asturias. The app provides a user-friendly platform for tourists and locals to explore events and helps event planners reach a broader audience through modern features such as:

• A searchable map of event locations.
• Options to save favorite events.
• Reviews and information from past attendees.

Ven-T aimed to fill the gap in the market by offering a seamless experience for both users and event organizers.

Through user interviews, several key patterns emerged:

• People often rely on acquaintances or local contacts to learn about traditional events.
• Event information is rarely sought online due to unreliable or incomplete results.
• Users expressed interest in discovering diverse events beyond traditional parties.

Ven-T bridges the gap between tourists, locals and event planners by offering a centralized and reliable platform. Key features include:

• A map-based interface for exploring events.
• Save-to-favorites functionality.
• Easy filtering and recommendations based on user behavior.

Feature Prioritization

Using a Feature Prioritization Matrix, essential functionalities were identified to ensure user needs were met without overcomplicating the initial development.

Wireframe & Prototypes

Early sketches explored multiple layouts and filtering options. Iterative design sessions refined the app’s focus, ensuring a simple and intuitive user experience.

• Initial Prototypes: Early designs included unnecessary features, prioritizing aesthetics over functionality. Feedback and research highlighted the need to streamline the app.

Ven-T's development began with a focus on replicating the high-fidelity designs as closely as possible while ensuring performance and feasibility. Some design compromises were necessary to optimize speed and usability.

The app was successfully developed and made available for download during its beta phase, providing initial users with a seamless way to discover events and gather valuable feedback.

Note: Ven-T is no longer available for download, but it represents a completed development cycle with a functional product.