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I'm building Until it Melts: a cozy, retro productivity space.
~~the idea~~
A few weeks ago, I was scrolling through TikTok and kept seeing videos of people studying alongside physical objects,
~like a video of melting ice or a candle slowly burning down.
I loved the idea of using these as a calming visual aid to track time.
I wanted to capture that feeling, but wrap it in the nostalgia of an old-school 2000s PC desktop to make a workspace you actually want to spend time in.
~~how it works~~
1. You input your tasks and set your session time.
2. You watch a calming visual to track your progress.
3. If you start falling behind your set pace, your tasks physically "heat up"
4. Need company? Pick a desk companion that hangs out on your screen and reacts to how your work session is going.
5. Need a break? Play a game or jot down some notes!
~~the vision~~
Productivity doesn't have to be boring. Sometimes you just need a digital workspace that feels like a cozy, retro game to get in the zone.
Can't believe how fun it was to bring this vibe to life using Figma Make.
Try it out: https://untilitmelts.figma.site
Let's get things done before the ice melts. 🧊 More updates coming soon!
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PostBox 📮
Bringing back the joy of waiting for mail 💌
A digital mailbox designed for wonder, anticipation, and connection 📬
As a kid, I waited all day to come back home to check our mail box. Waiting for surprises from family and friends.
PostBox is a playful digital mailbox that brings back the excitement of waiting for real mail!
Instead of instant messages, users send colorful postcards that arrive after a random delay, turning communication into a memorable experience. Designed with a childlike, joyful aesthetic inspired by paper letters, stamps, and illustrated postcards.
PostBox creates anticipation, surprise, and emotional connection in a world of instant notifications. The goal is to transform everyday messaging into meaningful moments people remember.
We are all, need sometimes to get back to basic, old time memories.
The Creation Process 🧠
1. The Idea 💡
While traveling around the world, I found myself exhausted by endless instant messages and emotional texting. I started missing the old feeling of anticipation — the excitement of waiting for a letter or postcard to arrive.
2. Sketching the Concept 📜
I grabbed a blank sheet of paper and sketched my vision: a playful digital mailbox that would bring back the joy of waiting and discovering messages.
3. Building the Foundation 📨
Using Figma Make and a carefully crafted prompt, I generated the initial version of the product and established the core user experience.
4. Refining the Experience 🧸
I iterated on the design based on my original sketches, focusing on a simple, childlike, and memorable aesthetic. Every detail was designed to evoke nostalgia, curiosity, and emotional connection.
5. Bringing It to Life ✏️
All animations and visual assets were created using Figma Weave. I combined generated images and motion elements to create a magical and engaging experience.
6. Share the Joy 🤩
Finally, I shared the project with the Figma community and friends to gather feedback and spread the experience of meaningful, anticipation-driven communication.
You are welcome to give it a try and reminds yourself of all those memories
The random delay mechanic is such a clever design choice. It's what actually recreates the physical mail experience instead of just mimicking the aesthetics. The illustrated world you built around it really sells the whole feeling.
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Every detail was crafted to balance aesthetics, usability, and visual storytelling.
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