Nearby Chats — Location-Based Chat

Nearby Chats — Location-Based Chat App UI/UX

Role: UI/UX Designer

Overview

Nearby Chats is a mobile chat app concept that helps users discover and join real-time conversations around their location, with a focus on clarity, speed, and local engagement.

Problem

Existing chat apps make it hard to find relevant local conversations. Feeds feel crowded, location context is missing, and users can’t easily tell which chats are active—leading to low engagement.

Solution

I designed a location-based chat experience with map-driven discovery, clear room details, and activity indicators. The clean UI reduces friction and helps users quickly join meaningful nearby conversations.

Process:

Research → User flows → Wireframes → Visual design → Iteration

Tool

figma