UI design · Concept · 2025

Paula

An AI-based daily planner and companion for older people living with forgetfulness.

Paula, the illustrated assistant, smiling
Role
UX / UI
Timeline
Winter 2024/25
Tools
Figma
Client
HdM Stuttgart, UI Design, semester 3
Status
Concept

[01] Overview

Help with everyday life, without the black-mirror feeling.

Paula is a concept for people facing forgetfulness or early Alzheimer's. It's designed around the persona of Karl, 72, a retired master carpenter who wants to stay independent but feels left behind by modern technology.

Paula is an illustrated assistant that plans the day with him, reminds him of what's coming up and keeps him in touch with family. She is designed to be warm and approachable rather than technical.

Paula waving
01 / Hello
Paula smiling
02 / Listening
Paula with a calm expression
03 / Idle
Overview of the Paula high-fidelity Figma file
04 / Hi-fi screens (Figma overview)
First version of the Paula avatar
05 / First avatar