Kaizendo
Kaizendo
Kaizendo is a mobile application for task tracking. There is nothing extra in this app, just you and your tasks! The interface is designed in a minimalist style, which fits well with this theme so that nothing distracts you from completing your tasks
Kaizendo is a mobile application for task tracking. There is nothing extra in this app, just you and your tasks! The interface is designed in a minimalist style, which fits well with this theme so that nothing distracts you from completing your tasks
How did this idea
come about
How did this idea
come about
The idea came up while my friend and I were working on a project. There were a lot of tasks and remembering all of them was quite a challenge. That's why we needed an app for task tracking. Notion is, of course, a good app, but we needed something even simpler!
So I decided to make my own app
The idea came up while my friend and I were working on a project. There were a lot of tasks and remembering all of them was quite a challenge. That's why we needed an app for task tracking. Notion is, of course, a good app, but we needed something even simpler!
So I decided to make my own app
Project Goals
Project Goals
Create a simple and intuitive application that even a child can understand. Considering our main goal, we need a suitable style for it. We are talking about minimalism. In my opinion, only minimalism can convey that very simplicity
Create a simple and intuitive application that even a child can understand. Considering our main goal, we need a suitable style for it. We are talking about minimalism. In my opinion, only minimalism can convey that very simplicity
Development stages
Development stages
Stage 1 - Discovery & Research
Stage 1 - Discovery & Research
I did a deep dive into reviews and comments on similar task tracker apps, and it helped me get a really clear picture of the main user pain points. I found out that the most important thing is having zero entry barriers: users want a super simple app without any over-the-top registration funnels, where they can just jump in and start planning tasks right away. Plus, I noticed a real need for organizing tasks by adding subtasks.
Instead of running expensive surveys (which can lean towards biased answers), I went with UX competitive analysis and Voice of the Customer (VoC) research. This approach helped me not just hear what users are saying, but actually uncover the root problem: the fear of extra steps and a cluttered UI. These exact insights became the main driver for the project
I did a deep dive into reviews and comments on similar task tracker apps, and it helped me get a really clear picture of the main user pain points. I found out that the most important thing is having zero entry barriers: users want a super simple app without any over-the-top registration funnels, where they can just jump in and start planning tasks right away. Plus, I noticed a real need for organizing tasks by adding subtasks.
Instead of running expensive surveys (which can lean towards biased answers), I went with UX competitive analysis and Voice of the Customer (VoC) research. This approach helped me not just hear what users are saying, but actually uncover the root problem: the fear of extra steps and a cluttered UI. These exact insights became the main driver for the project
Stage 2 - Design Philosophy
Stage 2 - Design Philosophy
Once I had the data on real user needs, I started designing the app's architecture. I decided to go with radical minimalism. I strongly believe that we shouldn't overwhelm the user with some over-complicated UI or extra visual noise.
The main goal here is to minimize the user’s cognitive load. Instead of trying to cram in every possible feature, I focused on 'Quick Info Capture' and progressive disclosure. This means the main screen shows only what’s critical for today, while complex settings or history are tucked away-they'll only pop up when the user actually needs them. I put the main focus right on the task list to ensure maximum focus and keep distractions away
Once I had the data on real user needs, I started designing the app's architecture. I decided to go with radical minimalism. I strongly believe that we shouldn't overwhelm the user with some over-complicated UI or extra visual noise.
The main goal here is to minimize the user’s cognitive load. Instead of trying to cram in every possible feature, I focused on 'Quick Info Capture' and progressive disclosure. This means the main screen shows only what’s critical for today, while complex settings or history are tucked away-they'll only pop up when the user actually needs them. I put the main focus right on the task list to ensure maximum focus and keep distractions away
Stage 3 - UI & Color Psychology
Stage 3 - UI & Color Psychology
The palette is built on Supportive Design. Instead of loud colors, I chose pastel and earthy tones. This is a functional UX move: it cuts down cognitive load and stops visual noise from bombarding the user. The app feels like a calm partner, not a demanding machine.
Psychological Anchoring:
Beige (Nature Base): A neutral backdrop (sand, linen) for long sessions. It keeps the UI visually light and reduces eye strain.
Green (Growth & Focus): The color of progress. Perfect for highlighting completed tasks and current workflows, signaling: "You’re moving forward."
Purple (Creativity & Structure): Tailored for conceptual planning and deep-dive projects that require focus over daily routine.
Working with pastels meant hitting WCAG AA compliance was a must. The main challenge was keeping text perfectly readable despite the heavy use of white space. To solve this, I baked a strict rule into the design system: the accent color must always deliver solid contrast against the text
The palette is built on Supportive Design. Instead of loud colors, I chose pastel and earthy tones. This is a functional UX move: it cuts down cognitive load and stops visual noise from bombarding the user. The app feels like a calm partner, not a demanding machine.
Psychological Anchoring:
Beige (Nature Base): A neutral backdrop (sand, linen) for long sessions. It keeps the UI visually light and reduces eye strain.
Green (Growth & Focus): The color of progress. Perfect for highlighting completed tasks and current workflows, signaling: "You’re moving forward."
Purple (Creativity & Structure): Tailored for conceptual planning and deep-dive projects that require focus over daily routine.
Working with pastels meant hitting WCAG AA compliance was a must. The main challenge was keeping text perfectly readable despite the heavy use of white space. To solve this, I baked a strict rule into the design system: the accent color must always deliver solid contrast against the text
Result
Result
The final product, Kaizendo, is a comprehensive system where every element works to reduce cognitive and visual load. I intentionally built the app around progressive disclosure, delivering exactly what the user needs at any given moment-and absolutely nothing extra.
Key UX Achievements:
Focus-Driven Architecture: The design is tailored for single-tasking. Instead of forcing the user to categorize or tag everything right away, I focused on a clean, centralized list. This eliminates decision fatigue and lets users see their entire day at a glance without any extra mental effort.
Emotional UX: The three-theme pastel palette acts as a 'supportive space.' It’s more than just a color choice—it’s a psychological anchor I created to help users connect planning with relaxation and order.
Scalability: I designed the architecture to allow seamless integration of complex features down the road (like sync or calendars) without breaking the clean, minimalist vibe.
The final product, Kaizendo, is a comprehensive system where every element works to reduce cognitive and visual load. I intentionally built the app around progressive disclosure, delivering exactly what the user needs at any given moment-and absolutely nothing extra.
Key UX Achievements:
Focus-Driven Architecture: The design is tailored for single-tasking. Instead of forcing the user to categorize or tag everything right away, I focused on a clean, centralized list. This eliminates decision fatigue and lets users see their entire day at a glance without any extra mental effort.
Emotional UX: The three-theme pastel palette acts as a "supportive space." It’s more than just a color choice-it’s a psychological anchor I created to help users connect planning with relaxation and order.
Scalability: I designed the architecture to allow seamless integration of complex features down the road (like sync or calendars) without breaking the clean, minimalist vibe
Contacts
Contacts
Ready to talk?
Ready to talk?
Tell me about your idea, project, and we will definitely discuss it's implementation!
Contact me by email - merkin.karter@gmail.com
Tell me about your idea, project, and we will definitely discuss it's implementation!
Contact me by email - merkin.karter@gmail.com
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I create websites that don’t just look good - they actually work well for real people. I stay with every project long after launch, providing ongoing technical support.
And if needed, I bring reliable frontend developers on board to make sure everything runs smoothly
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