Budaya
Art Exhibition
Budaya is an art exhibition and marketplace app that celebrates traditional culture and ancient craftsmanship. It connects artists, collectors, and enthusiasts through a digital space where heritage meets modern technology.
The onboarding flow for Budaya was designed to feel calm, welcoming, and deeply connected to nature. Using a color palette inspired by green leaves and brown soil, the visuals evoke a sense of warmth and cultural authenticity from the very first interaction. The process is kept simple—users can sign up easily through Google or email, followed by a quick selection of their interests such as traditional crafts, paintings, or performances. This allows Budaya to personalize the experience while maintaining a smooth, intuitive flow. The combination of natural tones, minimal design, and thoughtful interactions helps users feel grounded and inspired as they begin their cultural journey through Budaya.
The Home and Browsing experience in Budaya was crafted to showcase art in a way that feels both unique and respectful to its cultural roots. The layout features a distinctive composition that highlights the most popular and featured art pieces, inviting users to explore from the moment they open the app. A clean search bar and intuitive filter options make browsing effortless, allowing users to refine their journey by category, region, or art style. Each artwork result is presented with generous spacing and subtle accent details, ensuring that the art remains the true focal point of the interface. This balance of thoughtful layout and cultural storytelling creates a browsing experience that feels curated—like walking through a modern gallery inspired by ancient traditions.
To make cultural learning more engaging, Budaya introduces a gamified quiz feature that encourages users to explore and deepen their appreciation of traditional art. The quizzes cover various cultural themes—such as regional crafts, ancient techniques, and iconic artworks—turning education into an interactive experience. Visually, the interface stays true to Budaya’s nature-inspired palette of earthy browns and greens, complemented by traditional patterns and gentle animations that celebrate the richness of heritage. Users earn badges or points as they progress, creating a sense of achievement while reinforcing cultural knowledge in a playful, meaningful way.
The Profile page in Budaya was designed to feel personal and empowering—giving users a space to showcase their artistic identity and track their cultural journey. From this page, users can upload their own artworks, share stories behind each creation, and view how their pieces contribute to the wider Budaya community. Alongside the art portfolio, the page also displays quiz progress, earned badges, and cultural achievements, reinforcing a sense of growth and connection. The interface maintains Budaya’s warm, nature-inspired palette of greens and browns, paired with clean layouts and elegant typography that reflect balance and harmony.
