BelARt — AR-Powered Community Engagement App
The BelARt is an innovative initiative in Bellevue that integrates Augmented Reality (AR) technology with public art to enhance community engagement and cultural experience. This project aims to transform urban spaces into interactive art venues, fostering social connection and celebrating local artistic diversity. Through this immersive AR experience, residents and visitors in Bellevue will have a unique opportunity to connect with the city's cultural heritage in a technologically advanced and engaging manner.
Meta
The City of Bellevue
Global Innovation Exchange
Collaborators:
Yulia Lápicus
Kathy Qiu
Wanying Mo
Fengzhen Cui
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Problem Statement
Designated as an art village in 2009 and recognized as an art district in 2020, the BelRed Arts District is home to an extensive amount of public art and art businesses.
The launch of East Link light rail in March 2024 will bring a significant increase in visitors to BelRed.This presents a great opportunity to showcase the area's vibrant art scene. However, the BelRed Arts District needs to find ways to increase its visibility and engagement within the community to promote local arts and foster stronger connections. Despite its rich creative and business potential, the district faces the challenge of getting more people involved and interested in the arts.
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My Role
As the Lead Designer and Product Manager for the BelARt project, I was responsible for blending creative vision with strategic execution. My role involved overseeing the design aspects of the AR experiences, ensuring they were not only aesthetically appealing but also resonated with the users.
During that time, I led a cross-functional team, managed project timelines, and ensured our deliverables met stakeholder expectations.
