Herdenk.nl
30 June 2024
Herdenk.nl is a unique online platform dedicated to sharing news and stories related to death, along with published obituaries and condolence registers. The site offers a space for people to find information, read stories, and connect through shared experiences of grief. Our challenge was to design a UX/UI that honored the sensitive nature of the subject while fostering a sense of community and empathy.
We used symbolic elements like paper and leaves, reminiscent of turning pages, to reflect themes of remembrance and continuity.
Functionally, we structured the user journey to prioritize ease of navigation, allowing visitors to quickly find obituaries, news articles, and condolence registers. We introduced a dynamic search feature, enabling users to look up recent passings in their region, meeting the needs of the 55% of users seeking such information.
Our UI design also emphasized accessibility and inclusivity, ensuring that users from all backgrounds could easily engage with the platform. The design elements, inspired by sculptural art and the tradition of honoring the deceased through physical memorials, translated well into the digital space, providing a sense of timelessness.
Herdenk.nl is poised to became a leading platform for online mourning and remembrance in the Netherlands, offering various ways for users to engage with products and services related to the sensitive themes of death and commemoration. Our design approach balanced practical needs with a thoughtful, empathetic presentation, helping users to share in grief and cherish loving memories together.
The visual design embraced a soft, warm palette to create a comforting and respectful environment. This subtle yet meaningful aesthetic helped evoke a feeling of peace and contemplation for users visiting the site.
