Frond – Project Management App

A mobile & web app that makes planning feel fun, not stressful.

Frond is a playful project management app designed to make organizing everything from a wedding to a trip to New York to a weekly sprint, simple and enjoyable.

The Challenge

The client wanted a project management tool that wasn’t just for work, but for life. Something lighthearted and easy to use, compared to the overwhelming, corporate feel of most PM apps.

Our goal: design an experience that’s as fun as it is functional.

The Process

Research: Analyzed leading competitors (Asana, Trello, Notion) to spot gaps in usability and tone.

Wireframes: Built flows for task creation, collaboration, and tracking across both mobile and web.

Design System: Developed a friendly, simple system with playful colors, rounded UI elements, and consistent patterns.

Testing: Iterated based on QA feedback to ensure smooth, bug-free handoff to development.

The Solution

Playful Design Language: UI that balances clarity with personality—bright colors, rounded edges, and fun micro-interactions.

Universal Use: Designed to work for any project—personal or professional—without overwhelming users.

Consistency Across Platforms: Created a seamless experience between mobile and web, ensuring accessibility anywhere.

The Impact

Frond stood out by combining task management with playfulness, filling a unique space between productivity and lifestyle apps. Early testers praised its simplicity and fun tone, saying it felt less like “work” and more like “planning with a friend.”

Reflection

This project reinforced the importance of balancing functionality with delight. I learned how thoughtful design systems can scale across platforms while still keeping the product approachable and fun.