Master of Design 2023

Graduating Mid-Year Showcase

Sanskruti Khara

Hey, I'm Sanskruti. I studied commerce for my bachelor's degree, but I didn't feel a strong connection to it. So, I took a year off to figure out what I really love and discovered Interaction Design. I absolutely enjoy making users' experiences better and finding creative solutions. Switching from commerce to design wasn't easy, but my passion for it made the transition a bit smoother. Besides design, I adore spending time in nature, chasing beautiful sunsets, connecting with animals, and learning hands-on activities like pottery.
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Email: sanskruti.khara@gmail.com

Sanskruti Khara, AirWare

AirWare is a web application specifically crafted to interact with the AirSticks, a unique gestural digital musical instrument created at Monash University's SensiLab. As part of this client project, my three teammates and I undertook extensive research regarding apps that facilitate MIDI transmission. We also conducted interviews with sound artists to gain a profound understanding of this intricate tool. Drawing from our research insights, we designed the app with a focus on providing a seamless experience for first-time users. Our design process involved utilising Figma for the visual aspects and ProtoPie for prototyping purposes.

Sanskruti Khara, 'Monash Event'

The primary objective of our client project, which also served as our final year capstone project, was to enhance the social life of Monash University students. After researching students' experiences with university events, we discovered the need for a unified platform to access event information. To address this, we designed the Monash Event app as a micro-app within the Monash Study app. Additionally, we created a web-based organiser's dashboard for event management. The designs were crafted using Figma and prototyped with ProtoPie. The accompanying video showcases a prototype of the organiser's dashboard created by myself and my teammate, Aayushi.

Sanskruti Khara, 'DivingDeep'

I took on the DivingDeep project to enhance the user experience of a local business. By gathering data from the current DivingDeep website and conducting user testing, I designed the app and enhanced the user flow accordingly. The resulting app allows users to conveniently access, save, and register for all the upcoming treks. The app's design and prototype were created using Figma, ensuring a visually appealing and user-friendly interface.

Sanskruti Khara, Plan It (Redesign)

The main goal of this project was to revamp an app that I had previously developed. During the process, I extensively explored various design styles and carefully reassessed the information architecture of the initial app. Eventually, I decided to adopt a unique design style, which allowed me to step out of my comfort zone and delve into new creative avenues. This project acted as a catalyst for a fresh perspective on design, motivating me to embrace bold and innovative approaches.