Chariot
User Centered Design | Fall 2025
UX/UI Design & Interactive Prototyping
Chariot is a concept developed as part of a group project exploring semi-autonomous vehicles, focusing on how passengers interact through user research and interface design.
What we do in this project.
We designed a user interface for a semi-autonomous vehicle focused on flexibility, visibility, and ease of use. Our research revealed a need for more customizable in-car systems, which led to the development of an adjustable widget layout and adaptive day and night modes.
Building on insights from user research and initial interface exploration, the team focused on rethinking the in-car experience for semi-autonomous vehicles.
We developed a user interface that emphasizes flexibility, visibility, and ease of use. Informed by research on user behavior and accessibility, the design introduces a customizable widget system and adaptive day and night modes to better support different environments and user needs.
Through prototyping and testing, the team created an interactive system that simulates real-world interactions within a semi-autonomous setting. This process allowed us to refine functionality, validate design decisions, and improve the overall passenger experience.
The final outcome highlights new approaches to navigation, communication, and personalization, offering a more adaptable and user-centered vision for in-car interfaces.
We introduced sunrise and sunset color modes to maintain clear visibility across changing lighting conditions. Glare in bright daylight and low-light environments at night can reduce contrast and strain the eyes, so adapting the interface ensures information stays readable and comfortable to use.
I designed an adjustable widget-based interface that allows users to customize their screen based on individual preferences. Our research showed that many users felt existing in-car interfaces were too rigid, so this approach aimed to create a more flexible and personalized experience that better adapts to different needs and usage styles.
