Who are we solving for?
Defining Users
After reviewing the research we gathered, the next step was to look deeper into who we were solving these design issues for.
People separated by distance or time
Audience Profile
Drift is designed for long-distance couples, digital-native friends, and lucid dreamers who want more meaningful connection.
USER JOURNEY
A long-distance dream date
May, in California, schedules a dream with Ben in New York. They meet on a dream beach, build a sandcastle, and explore snowy mountains. The next morning, a photo from their dream appears in her gallery.
Turn lucid dreams into shared experiences
Solution
Drift is a concept app that lets users plan, enter, and remember shared dreams with trusted people. It blends intentional sleep with imaginative connection.
Make time
for each other
Smart Scheduling
Coordinate dream sessions with trusted contacts through
easy, simple scheduling.
The app handles the logistics
so users can focus fully
on connection, not complexity.
Move through magic
Dream Interface
Once dreaming, users navigate using simple gestures like swiping or tapping. The interface stays minimal and unobtrusive, displaying key info like dream time, location, and connection status without breaking immersion.
Wake up
with a memory
Dream Gallery
After waking, users receive a curated recap of their dream experience.
Photos taken in-dream appear in a personal gallery, like souvenirs from another world.
Trusted connections only
Edge Case
To prevent unwanted interactions, users can only add people they know offline. Friend requests require a shareable dreamer code, which can be revoked or refreshed at any time.
Designed for safety, balance, and accessibility
Built with Care
Requires mutual consent through friend codes
Built-in limits to prevent overuse or dependence
Gesture-based UI with future plans for audio and multilingual support
