Ui / Ux Pixel Craft : Ultimate Product Design Challenge

UI / UX Pixel Craft – INNOVATEX 4.0 | Presidency University An intensive mini-hackathon conducted under INNOVATEX 4.0 as part of the MakerSpace Cluster. Pixel Craft challenges teams to conceptualize, design, and deliver a complete high-fidelity UI/UX solution for a real-world application within a limited timeframe. Participants will analyze user needs, define problem statements, create wireframes, develop intuitive interfaces, and build seamless user flows using Figma. The event simulates real-world product design environments where creativity, usability, and strategy matter equally. Objective: Design a complete high-fidelity UI/UX solution within 6 hours Apply strong design thinking and user-centric principles Justify design decisions with clarity and logic Balance aesthetics, functionality, accessibility, and feasibility Eligibility: Open to undergraduate students from recognized institutions Valid college ID card is mandatory Offline mode only Team Composition: 4 members per team One team per participant only Entire team must remain present throughout the event Competition Format: Two-phase design sprint Total duration: 6 hours Event Flow: Design Sprint Phase 1 – Research & Wireframing (3 Hours): Analyze the given problem statement Conduct user research and define personas Ideate concepts Create low- to mid-fidelity wireframes in Figma Design Sprint Phase 2 – High-Fidelity Design (3 Hours): Develop complete high-fidelity UI screens Finalize user flow and navigation logic Refine typography, color systems, spacing, and layout Prepare final design for submission Final Evaluation (10 Minutes per Team): Present the design to the judges Submit the official Figma link Justify decisions and answer queries Design & Technical Specifications: Platform & Tools: Figma only Participants must bring their own laptops Internet access is limited to reference and collaboration Design Requirements: Wireframes High-fidelity UI screens Complete user flow and navigation system The entire design must be created during the 6-hour event Permitted Components: Manual design using Figma tools Custom components created during the event Self-designed icons and visual elements Prohibited Components: Pre-built UI kits or templates Copied designs from existing apps/websites AI-generated layouts or automated designs External assets created before the event Pre-Existing Work Policy: Teams must start with a blank Figma file No pre-designed assets allowed Reuse of past designs leads to disqualification Design Standards: Accessibility considerations Consistent typography and color systems Clear navigation and usability Logical user journey mapping Submission Guidelines: Final submission must include: Figma design link (complete solution) Design presentation (PDF/PPT) including: Problem statement Design process Key UI/UX decisions User flow explanation Optional documentation on challenges and feasibility No source code required Late or incomplete submissions will be disqualified Judging Criteria: Innovation & Creativity – 25% Technical Implementation – 25% Feasibility & Accuracy – 20% Presentation & Communication – 15% Impact & Relevance – 15% Judges’ decisions will be final and binding. Safety & Compliance Rules: Handle laptops and electrical equipment safely Use only legitimate licensed software Maintain clean workspaces Follow all organizer instructions Any misconduct (plagiarism, harassment, cyber misuse, tampering) results in immediate disqualification