UI, DESIGN SYSTEM & ANIMATION
COP28, the 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), was the largest mega event ever hosted in Dubai. This high-profile conference brought together world leaders, climate activists, policymakers, and industry experts to discuss and negotiate global climate policies aimed at tackling the pressing climate crisis. The significance of this event required a digital solution that could manage the diverse needs of thousands of attendees while also providing a platform for interaction and engagement. As such, the COP28 app was developed with the aim of enhancing attendee participation, streamlining logistics, and serving as a central hub for all conference-related activities. Beyond just creating an event app, we focused on defining a clear User Interface (UI) and developing a thorough design system that would serve not only the immediate needs of COP28 but also lay the groundwork for future COP events.
APP FEATURES AND DESIGN CHALLENGES
The COP28 app was designed with a host of features to meet the diverse requirements of the event and its attendees. The app included a dynamic content feed for real-time updates, a detailed event directory with booking capabilities, interactive maps for easy navigation, and a comprehensive calendar to help attendees plan their schedules efficiently. One of the key aspects of the app was the dual access control system, which allowed for tailored experiences based on user type. Public users were granted access to general content, while delegates had exclusive access to higher-tier resources and functions. One of the main challenges we faced was ensuring that the design system we created was not only scalable but also adaptable for future COP events. It needed to accommodate the varied needs of users across different regions and events while maintaining a consistent look and feel. This required a highly flexible, yet cohesive design system that could support both present and future requirements.