Complex site- Estate Rentals
A premium platform offering luxury vacation rentals, gourmet catering, and professional driver services for American tourists visiting Israel.
New site
UX Research
UI Design
Tool: Figma
Team
1 Product Manager
1 Engineering Manager
3 Developers
1 Designer
2 QA testing
Tools
Figma
Jira
Skills
Visual Design
User Research
Responsive Web Design
Problem Solving
My Role
Product Design
Research & Testing
Complex site- Estate Rentals
A premium platform offering luxury vacation rentals, gourmet catering, and professional driver services for American tourists visiting Israel.
New site
UX Research
UI Design
Tool: Figma
Overview
Estate Rentals Vacation Homes is a comprehensive platform designed for American tourists visiting Israel, offering a seamless vacation experience through a combination of luxury accommodations, bespoke catering, and dedicated driver services. The client approached us with a vision to create a platform that not only provided high-end vacation homes but also simplified the logistics of a luxurious, all-inclusive stay in Israel.
Identified Issues
The primary goals were:
Create an easy-to-use platform where users could find and book vacation rentals in popular Israeli destinations, such as Jerusalem.
Incorporate additional services like gourmet catering and professional driver services, allowing tourists to enjoy a stress-free stay without having to manage multiple service providers.
Ensure seamless user experience for American clients, with intuitive navigation, fast booking, and clear service options.
User Needs and Solutions
Additional Services
The client wanted to ensure that the website clearly communicated that it offers more than just vacation rentals. It was essential that users, upon visiting the site, immediately understood that they were being provided with additional services like catering and driver options, not just accommodations.
Solution:
After conducting research and exploring different design options, I implemented a solution involving interactive expandable sections. These collapsible boxes clearly indicated the availability of services beyond just rentals, such as catering and a dedicated driver, ensuring users recognized that this was more than just a typical property rental site.
Key Property Information at a Glance
Need:
The property cards needed to present essential information at a glance, so users could quickly assess whether the listing met their needs before diving into more details.
Solution:
I designed property cards that provided key information right at the top, ensuring an intuitive and efficient browsing experience.
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The price is displayed prominently to avoid any confusion and make it easier for users to compare listings.
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Tags were incorporated to highlight key features such as “New Property” or “No Pets Allowed,” giving users a quick understanding of important property attributes at a glance.
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Additional information such as the number of beds and the location is clearly presented to give users a general overview without needing to click further.
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Each listing also includes details on the property host, showing the name or a picture of the host. This can help users decide whether to explore more, especially if they recognize the host or feel a connection.
A. The price is displayed prominently to avoid any confusion and make it easier for users to compare listings.
B. Additional information such as the number of beds and the location is clearly presented to give users a general overview without needing to click further.
C. Each listing also includes details on the property host, showing the name or a picture of the host. This can help users decide whether to explore more, especially if they recognize the host or feel a connection.
D. Tags were incorporated to highlight key features such as “New Property” or “No Pets Allowed,” giving users a quick understanding of important property attributes at a glance.
Property Details Page
Explore the essential sections of the property details page
Quick Navigation:
A floating navigation bar right below the images allows users to quickly jump to key sections, enhancing ease of use.
Quick Navigation Bar: After the images, a navigation bar with icons allows users to quickly jump to the section they need by clicking on the relevant icon.
Booking Card: A fixed booking card accompanies users as they scroll through the page, making it easy to confirm the reservation whenever they're ready.
Room Details: Information on the rooms, including whether each room has a bathroom, and whether rooms are connected, helpful for families with children.
Updated Calendar: A dynamic calendar that shows available dates, nightly rates, and whether the property is partially or fully booked.
Nearby Attractions: A section that highlights nearby amenities such as restaurants, shopping centers, and museums.
Host Information: Detailed information about the property host, including name, verification status, and a personal message.
Persistent Booking Card:
A booking request card remains visible as users scroll, allowing them to book instantly without returning to the top
Room and Amenities Info:
Detailed information on the rooms, including private bathrooms and room connections, perfect for families or groups of couples.
Host Information:
Detailed information about the property host, including name, verification status, and a personal message.
Updated Calendar: A dynamic calendar that shows available dates, nightly rates, and whether the property is partially or fully booked.
Nearby Attractions: A section that highlights nearby amenities such as restaurants, shopping centers, and museums.
Catering & Driver Services Pages
These pages were designed to showcase the additional services offered by Estate Rentals, beyond just accommodations. The Catering page allows users to browse and select gourmet meal options delivered directly to their vacation home, while the Driver Services page provides easy access to booking a dedicated driver for tours and transportation throughout Israel. The goal was to make these services easy to find, select, and book, enriching the overall user experience and making their stay more convenient and enjoyable.