Bhagavad Gita For All – App Redesign
Bhagavad Gita For All – App Redesign
A cleaner, intuitive, and spiritual app experience in 4 days.
A cleaner, intuitive, and spiritual app experience in 4 days.
Introduction
Introduction
Problem Statement
The original “Bhagavad Gita For All” app lacks in offering user-friendly experience due to excessive visual clutter, an overpowering pink color scheme, and inefficient navigation flows. Core content was hidden behind unnecessary steps and dense interfaces, causing cognitive overload and making spiritual exploration less inviting than intended.
Objective
The goal was to reimagine the app’s user experience and visual design by prioritizing clarity, intuitive structure, and a calming aesthetic, making spiritual wisdom easily accessible to a diverse user base. This redesign aimed to modernize interaction flows, minimize distractions, and create a serene digital space aligned with the app’s spiritual essence.
Project Overview
Project Overview
Brief Summary
This project involved a rapid redesign of the “Bhagavad Gita For All” app, focusing on key screens such as Sign In/Up, Home, Explore, Buy, Quiz, and Profile. The process began with in-depth problem analysis, competitive benchmarking, and culminated in the delivery of a cleaner, more organized interface—executed within a four-day timeline.
Outcome
The finished redesign achieved a serene look and seamless navigation, transforming overwhelming text and visual density into a soothing, visually appealing app.
The result is an experience that invites all users - regardless of age or digital fluency - to navigate, learn, and engage with spiritual content comfortably and confidently.
Motivation
Drawn by personal interest in spirituality and motivated by a gap in accessible, well-designed spiritual apps, the decision to pursue this project was reinforced by real user pain points. Converting inspiration from leading competitor apps and firsthand frustrations as a user, the project became an opportunity to blend design skill with cultural relevance, ultimately aiming to make ancient wisdom resonate in a modern context.
Research & Insights
Research & Insights
Motivations
Sought to transform a spiritually significant app that was visually overwhelming and unintuitive into a serene, accessible experience that aligns with its teachings.
Felt motivated to address usability gaps after recognizing how design flaws prevented meaningful engagement with spiritual content.
Wanted to create an interface that matches the peace, clarity, and wisdom embodied by the Bhagavad Gita, making it approachable for users of all backgrounds.
Research Highlights
Competitive analysis of leading apps like Glorify and Bhakti revealed that users favor clean layouts, easy onboarding, and structured navigation for spiritual content.
User pain points centered on cognitive overload from dense screens, unclear CTAs, and inefficient multi-step flows for core actions like exploration, bookmarking, and buying.
Discovered that visually segmenting information and streamlining navigation boosts engagement, trust, and repeat usage in spiritual apps.
Takeaway
Providing a calming, organized interface is essential for fostering deeper spiritual learning through mobile apps.
Reducing visual clutter and minimizing taps to complete tasks leads to higher satisfaction and lowers barriers for spiritual seekers in all age groups.
Thoughtful placement of features - such as intuitive bookmarks, direct buying, and accessible quiz progress - makes the experience rewarding and encourages sustained interaction.
User Demographics
User Demographics
The app serves a broad age range: young adults, middle-aged and seniors. The redesign ensures accessibility, calm visuals, and intuitive controls, making spiritual learning appealing and seamless for all life stages.
Age Groups
18-34: Tech-savvy, expects smooth onboarding, instant access, and appealing design for exploring spirituality amidst busy routines
35-59: Seeks easy navigation and practical features for in-depth, consistent learning with minimal barriers
60 and above: Values readability, clear pathways, and simple instructions, wishing for a calm, supportive environment to explore or revisit spiritual content
User Persona
User Persona
Rajeev Verma
Working Professional
Age: 26
Gender: Male
Location: Bangalore
Education: Graduation
Goal
Explore spiritual wisdom in a modern, distraction-free environment.
Track progress across chapters and quizzes, bookmark favorite shlokas, and receive daily spiritual insights.
Access content quickly, regardless of time or technical skill level.
Frustrations
Overwhelmed by excessive text and redundant options in the original app.
Confused by unclear navigation, missing progress indicators, and lack of immediate sign-in alternatives.
Dislikes having to perform too many steps to access core spiritual content or purchase the book.
Design
Design
The redesign focused on bringing clarity and serenity to the app, significantly reducing clutter and aligning visuals with a calm, spiritual theme. Streamlined navigation, simplified sign-up options, and improved visual hierarchy made each feature more intuitive and enjoyable. Each screen revision addressed user pain points, ensuring the experience feels welcoming, modern, and deeply connected to the app's spiritual purpose.
Sign In Screen
Before
After
Swapped pink background for white, giving a premium, minimal look.
Swapped pink background for white, giving a premium, minimal look.
Added social login for faster onboarding.
Added social login for faster onboarding.
Removed logo to streamline layout.
Removed redundant logo to streamline layout.
Sign Up Screen
Before
After
Reduced steps to a single-click sign-up.
Reduced steps to a single-click sign-up.
Offered sign-up via email and social handles for user convenience.
Offered sign-up via email and social handles for user convenience.
Home Screen
Before
After
Decluttered interface and moved secondary info to profile.
Decluttered interface and moved secondary info to profile.
Search bar, top-right bookmarks, and notifications for quick access.
Search bar, top-right bookmarks, and notifications for quick access.
Highlighted single daily shloka, carousels for chapters/modes, and clear book offer with ratings and testimonials.
Highlighted single daily shloka, carousels for chapters/modes, and clear book offer with ratings and testimonials.
Explore Screen
Before
After
Reduced text and steps; added visual cards for shlokas and topics.
Reduced text and steps; added visual cards for shlokas and topics.
Merged navigation for easier exploration.
Merged navigation to cut from 4 screens to 2 for easier exploration.
Combined all three modes in a tabbed layout in Tailored Lessons.
Combined all three modes in a tabbed layout.
Card-based visual summary and integrated search bar for faster switching.
Card-based visual summary and integrated search bar for faster switching.
Buy Screen
Before
After
Full in-app purchase flow with price, rating, book features, and user count at a glance.
Full in-app purchase flow with price, rating, book features, and user count at a glance.
Profile Screen
Before
After
Key controls (language, payments, addresses, orders) made prominent; support and point history are directly accessible.
Key controls (language, payments, addresses, orders) made prominent; support and point history are directly accessible.
Quiz Screen
Before
After
Info summary now as a top-right icon; users begin quiz instantly.
Reduced steps to a single-click sign-up.
Step indicator and persistent question summary aid navigation.
Offered sign-up via email and social handles for user convenience.
Clean, focused answer selection.
Offered sign-up via email and social handles for user convenience.
Points History Screen
Before
After
Points total emphasized on top.
Points total emphasized on top.
Streamlined, readable breakdown of accumulation history, clean and intuitive.
Streamlined, readable breakdown of accumulation history, clean and intuitive.
Impact
Impact
The redesigned app delivers clarity, calmness, and intuitive organization, directly addressing user pain points while fostering spiritual engagement. Users benefit from faster onboarding, easier navigation, and visually attractive screens that respect their need for both functionality and serenity.
Conclusion
Conclusion
This case study demonstrates how applying user-centered design principles and evidence-based decisions, spiritual apps can shift from cluttered and confusing interfaces to experiences that promote ease, learning, and inner peace. The “Bhagavad Gita For All” redesign not only modernizes the look but meaningfully supports users in their spiritual journey.
Prototype
Prototype
Bhagavad Gita For All – App Redesign
Bhagavad Gita For All – App Redesign
A cleaner, intuitive, and spiritual app experience in 4 days.
A cleaner, intuitive, and spiritual app experience in 4 days.
Introduction
Introduction
Problem Statement
The original “Bhagavad Gita For All” app lacks in offering user-friendly experience due to excessive visual clutter, an overpowering pink color scheme, and inefficient navigation flows. Core content was hidden behind unnecessary steps and dense interfaces, causing cognitive overload and making spiritual exploration less inviting than intended.
Objective
The goal was to reimagine the app’s user experience and visual design by prioritizing clarity, intuitive structure, and a calming aesthetic, making spiritual wisdom easily accessible to a diverse user base. This redesign aimed to modernize interaction flows, minimize distractions, and create a serene digital space aligned with the app’s spiritual essence.
Project Overview
Project Overview
Brief Summary
This project involved a rapid redesign of the “Bhagavad Gita For All” app, focusing on key screens such as Sign In/Up, Home, Explore, Buy, Quiz, and Profile. The process began with in-depth problem analysis, competitive benchmarking, and culminated in the delivery of a cleaner, more organized interface—executed within a four-day timeline.
Outcome
The finished redesign achieved a serene look and seamless navigation, transforming overwhelming text and visual density into a soothing, visually appealing app.
The result is an experience that invites all users - regardless of age or digital fluency - to navigate, learn, and engage with spiritual content comfortably and confidently.
Motivation
Drawn by personal interest in spirituality and motivated by a gap in accessible, well-designed spiritual apps, the decision to pursue this project was reinforced by real user pain points. Converting inspiration from leading competitor apps and firsthand frustrations as a user, the project became an opportunity to blend design skill with cultural relevance, ultimately aiming to make ancient wisdom resonate in a modern context.
Research & Insights
Research & Insights
Motivations
Sought to transform a spiritually significant app that was visually overwhelming and unintuitive into a serene, accessible experience that aligns with its teachings.
Felt motivated to address usability gaps after recognizing how design flaws prevented meaningful engagement with spiritual content.
Wanted to create an interface that matches the peace, clarity, and wisdom embodied by the Bhagavad Gita, making it approachable for users of all backgrounds.
Research Highlights
Competitive analysis of leading apps like Glorify and Bhakti revealed that users favor clean layouts, easy onboarding, and structured navigation for spiritual content.
User pain points centered on cognitive overload from dense screens, unclear CTAs, and inefficient multi-step flows for core actions like exploration, bookmarking, and buying.
Discovered that visually segmenting information and streamlining navigation boosts engagement, trust, and repeat usage in spiritual apps.
Takeaway
Providing a calming, organized interface is essential for fostering deeper spiritual learning through mobile apps.
Reducing visual clutter and minimizing taps to complete tasks leads to higher satisfaction and lowers barriers for spiritual seekers in all age groups.
Thoughtful placement of features - such as intuitive bookmarks, direct buying, and accessible quiz progress - makes the experience rewarding and encourages sustained interaction.
User Demographics
User Demographics
The app serves a broad age range: young adults, middle-aged and seniors. The redesign ensures accessibility, calm visuals, and intuitive controls, making spiritual learning appealing and seamless for all life stages.
Age Groups
18-34: Tech-savvy, expects smooth onboarding, instant access, and appealing design for exploring spirituality amidst busy routines
35-59: Seeks easy navigation and practical features for in-depth, consistent learning with minimal barriers
60 and above: Values readability, clear pathways, and simple instructions, wishing for a calm, supportive environment to explore or revisit spiritual content
User Persona
User Persona
Rajeev Verma
Working Professional
Age: 26
Gender: Male
Location: Bangalore
Education: Graduation
Goal
Explore spiritual wisdom in a modern, distraction-free environment.
Track progress across chapters and quizzes, bookmark favorite shlokas, and receive daily spiritual insights.
Access content quickly, regardless of time or technical skill level.
Frustrations
Overwhelmed by excessive text and redundant options in the original app.
Confused by unclear navigation, missing progress indicators, and lack of immediate sign-in alternatives.
Dislikes having to perform too many steps to access core spiritual content or purchase the book.
Design
Design
The redesign focused on bringing clarity and serenity to the app, significantly reducing clutter and aligning visuals with a calm, spiritual theme. Streamlined navigation, simplified sign-up options, and improved visual hierarchy made each feature more intuitive and enjoyable. Each screen revision addressed user pain points, ensuring the experience feels welcoming, modern, and deeply connected to the app's spiritual purpose.
Sign In Screen
Before
After
Swapped pink background for white, giving a premium, minimal look.
Swapped pink background for white, giving a premium, minimal look.
Added social login for faster onboarding.
Added social login for faster onboarding.
Removed logo to streamline layout.
Removed redundant logo to streamline layout.
Sign Up Screen
Before
After
Reduced steps to a single-click sign-up.
Reduced steps to a single-click sign-up.
Offered sign-up via email and social handles for user convenience.
Offered sign-up via email and social handles for user convenience.
Home Screen
Before
After
Decluttered interface and moved secondary info to profile.
Decluttered interface and moved secondary info to profile.
Search bar, top-right bookmarks, and notifications for quick access.
Search bar, top-right bookmarks, and notifications for quick access.
Highlighted single daily shloka, carousels for chapters/modes, and clear book offer with ratings and testimonials.
Highlighted single daily shloka, carousels for chapters/modes, and clear book offer with ratings and testimonials.
Explore Screen
Before
After
Reduced text and steps; added visual cards for shlokas and topics.
Reduced text and steps; added visual cards for shlokas and topics.
Merged navigation for easier exploration.
Merged navigation to cut from 4 screens to 2 for easier exploration.
Combined all three modes in a tabbed layout in Tailored Lessons.
Combined all three modes in a tabbed layout.
Card-based visual summary and integrated search bar for faster switching.
Card-based visual summary and integrated search bar for faster switching.
Buy Screen
Before
After
Full in-app purchase flow with price, rating, book features, and user count at a glance.
Full in-app purchase flow with price, rating, book features, and user count at a glance.
Profile Screen
Before
After
Key controls (language, payments, addresses, orders) made prominent; support and point history are directly accessible.
Key controls (language, payments, addresses, orders) made prominent; support and point history are directly accessible.
Quiz Screen
Before
After
Info summary now as a top-right icon; users begin quiz instantly.
Reduced steps to a single-click sign-up.
Step indicator and persistent question summary aid navigation.
Offered sign-up via email and social handles for user convenience.
Clean, focused answer selection.
Offered sign-up via email and social handles for user convenience.
Points History Screen
Before
After
Points total emphasized on top.
Points total emphasized on top.
Streamlined, readable breakdown of accumulation history, clean and intuitive.
Streamlined, readable breakdown of accumulation history, clean and intuitive.
Impact
Impact
The redesigned app delivers clarity, calmness, and intuitive organization, directly addressing user pain points while fostering spiritual engagement. Users benefit from faster onboarding, easier navigation, and visually attractive screens that respect their need for both functionality and serenity.
Conclusion
Conclusion
This case study demonstrates how applying user-centered design principles and evidence-based decisions, spiritual apps can shift from cluttered and confusing interfaces to experiences that promote ease, learning, and inner peace. The “Bhagavad Gita For All” redesign not only modernizes the look but meaningfully supports users in their spiritual journey.
Prototype
Prototype
Bhagavad Gita For All – App Redesign
Bhagavad Gita For All – App Redesign
A cleaner, intuitive, and spiritual app experience in 4 days.
A cleaner, intuitive, and spiritual app experience in 4 days.
Introduction
Introduction
Problem Statement
The original “Bhagavad Gita For All” app lacks in offering user-friendly experience due to excessive visual clutter, an overpowering pink color scheme, and inefficient navigation flows. Core content was hidden behind unnecessary steps and dense interfaces, causing cognitive overload and making spiritual exploration less inviting than intended.
Objective
The goal was to reimagine the app’s user experience and visual design by prioritizing clarity, intuitive structure, and a calming aesthetic, making spiritual wisdom easily accessible to a diverse user base. This redesign aimed to modernize interaction flows, minimize distractions, and create a serene digital space aligned with the app’s spiritual essence.
Project Overview
Project Overview
Brief Summary
This project involved a rapid redesign of the “Bhagavad Gita For All” app, focusing on key screens such as Sign In/Up, Home, Explore, Buy, Quiz, and Profile. The process began with in-depth problem analysis, competitive benchmarking, and culminated in the delivery of a cleaner, more organized interface—executed within a four-day timeline.
Outcome
The finished redesign achieved a serene look and seamless navigation, transforming overwhelming text and visual density into a soothing, visually appealing app.
The result is an experience that invites all users - regardless of age or digital fluency - to navigate, learn, and engage with spiritual content comfortably and confidently.
Motivation
Drawn by personal interest in spirituality and motivated by a gap in accessible, well-designed spiritual apps, the decision to pursue this project was reinforced by real user pain points. Converting inspiration from leading competitor apps and firsthand frustrations as a user, the project became an opportunity to blend design skill with cultural relevance, ultimately aiming to make ancient wisdom resonate in a modern context.
Research & Insights
Research & Insights
Motivations
Sought to transform a spiritually significant app that was visually overwhelming and unintuitive into a serene, accessible experience that aligns with its teachings.
Felt motivated to address usability gaps after recognizing how design flaws prevented meaningful engagement with spiritual content.
Wanted to create an interface that matches the peace, clarity, and wisdom embodied by the Bhagavad Gita, making it approachable for users of all backgrounds.
Research Highlights
Competitive analysis of leading apps like Glorify and Bhakti revealed that users favor clean layouts, easy onboarding, and structured navigation for spiritual content.
User pain points centered on cognitive overload from dense screens, unclear CTAs, and inefficient multi-step flows for core actions like exploration, bookmarking, and buying.
Discovered that visually segmenting information and streamlining navigation boosts engagement, trust, and repeat usage in spiritual apps.
Takeaway
Providing a calming, organized interface is essential for fostering deeper spiritual learning through mobile apps.
Reducing visual clutter and minimizing taps to complete tasks leads to higher satisfaction and lowers barriers for spiritual seekers in all age groups.
Thoughtful placement of features - such as intuitive bookmarks, direct buying, and accessible quiz progress - makes the experience rewarding and encourages sustained interaction.
User Demographics
User Demographics
The app serves a broad age range: young adults, middle-aged and seniors. The redesign ensures accessibility, calm visuals, and intuitive controls, making spiritual learning appealing and seamless for all life stages.
Age Groups
18-34: Tech-savvy, expects smooth onboarding, instant access, and appealing design for exploring spirituality amidst busy routines
35-59: Seeks easy navigation and practical features for in-depth, consistent learning with minimal barriers
60 and above: Values readability, clear pathways, and simple instructions, wishing for a calm, supportive environment to explore or revisit spiritual content
User Persona
User Persona
Rajeev Verma
Working Professional
Age: 26
Gender: Male
Location: Bangalore
Education: Graduation
Goal
Explore spiritual wisdom in a modern, distraction-free environment.
Track progress across chapters and quizzes, bookmark favorite shlokas, and receive daily spiritual insights.
Access content quickly, regardless of time or technical skill level.
Frustrations
Overwhelmed by excessive text and redundant options in the original app.
Confused by unclear navigation, missing progress indicators, and lack of immediate sign-in alternatives.
Dislikes having to perform too many steps to access core spiritual content or purchase the book.
Design
Design
The redesign focused on bringing clarity and serenity to the app, significantly reducing clutter and aligning visuals with a calm, spiritual theme. Streamlined navigation, simplified sign-up options, and improved visual hierarchy made each feature more intuitive and enjoyable. Each screen revision addressed user pain points, ensuring the experience feels welcoming, modern, and deeply connected to the app's spiritual purpose.
Sign In Screen
Before
After
Swapped pink background for white, giving a premium, minimal look.
Swapped pink background for white, giving a premium, minimal look.
Added social login for faster onboarding.
Added social login for faster onboarding.
Removed logo to streamline layout.
Removed redundant logo to streamline layout.
Sign Up Screen
Before
After
Reduced steps to a single-click sign-up.
Reduced steps to a single-click sign-up.
Offered sign-up via email and social handles for user convenience.
Offered sign-up via email and social handles for user convenience.
Home Screen
Before
After
Decluttered interface and moved secondary info to profile.
Decluttered interface and moved secondary info to profile.
Search bar, top-right bookmarks, and notifications for quick access.
Search bar, top-right bookmarks, and notifications for quick access.
Highlighted single daily shloka, carousels for chapters/modes, and clear book offer with ratings and testimonials.
Highlighted single daily shloka, carousels for chapters/modes, and clear book offer with ratings and testimonials.
Explore Screen
Before
After
Reduced text and steps; added visual cards for shlokas and topics.
Reduced text and steps; added visual cards for shlokas and topics.
Merged navigation for easier exploration.
Merged navigation to cut from 4 screens to 2 for easier exploration.
Combined all three modes in a tabbed layout in Tailored Lessons.
Combined all three modes in a tabbed layout.
Card-based visual summary and integrated search bar for faster switching.
Card-based visual summary and integrated search bar for faster switching.
Buy Screen
Before
After
Full in-app purchase flow with price, rating, book features, and user count at a glance.
Full in-app purchase flow with price, rating, book features, and user count at a glance.
Profile Screen
Before
After
Key controls (language, payments, addresses, orders) made prominent; support and point history are directly accessible.
Key controls (language, payments, addresses, orders) made prominent; support and point history are directly accessible.
Quiz Screen
Before
After
Info summary now as a top-right icon; users begin quiz instantly.
Reduced steps to a single-click sign-up.
Step indicator and persistent question summary aid navigation.
Offered sign-up via email and social handles for user convenience.
Clean, focused answer selection.
Offered sign-up via email and social handles for user convenience.
Points History Screen
Before
After
Points total emphasized on top.
Points total emphasized on top.
Streamlined, readable breakdown of accumulation history, clean and intuitive.
Streamlined, readable breakdown of accumulation history, clean and intuitive.
Impact
Impact
The redesigned app delivers clarity, calmness, and intuitive organization, directly addressing user pain points while fostering spiritual engagement. Users benefit from faster onboarding, easier navigation, and visually attractive screens that respect their need for both functionality and serenity.
Conclusion
Conclusion
This case study demonstrates how applying user-centered design principles and evidence-based decisions, spiritual apps can shift from cluttered and confusing interfaces to experiences that promote ease, learning, and inner peace. The “Bhagavad Gita For All” redesign not only modernizes the look but meaningfully supports users in their spiritual journey.
Prototype
Prototype