Opaline

Project Overview

Brand

Opaline is a conceptual e-commerce lighting brand that treats illumination as both a functional necessity and a design statement. Curated for style-conscious homeowners, it blends warm aesthetics, character-driven design, and accessibility to help customers shape their home's ambiance.


Case Study

The goal was to design a distinct, highly usable e-commerce platform that stands out from established competitors. Guided by competitive audits, user personas, sitemaps, wireframes, and promotional email strategies, the project culminated in a cohesive design system and interactive prototype. The final product delivers an intuitive, visually engaging shopping journey built around clear product details and trust-building interactions.

User Personas

Through market positioning and competitive analysis, user archetypes were developed to help map out the key motivations and decision-making habits of Opaline’s target audience. Grounding the design strategy in these user profiles provided a clear framework for building a tailored, trustworthy, and engaging e-commerce experience.

Assets

Logo

Color palette

Graphic elements

Competitive Audit Matrix

& Key Takeaways

Sitemap

The sitemap structures Opaline’s products into clear indoor, outdoor, and specialty lighting categories, keeping cart and account actions easily accessible. This predictable architecture reduces friction, helping new visitors browse for inspiration while returning customers shop efficiently.