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LWL8 Hydration Partner

Case study

iOS, Android, Wear OS, Apple Watch

4 Months

Intro

People rarely forget their phones, work, or meetings.
But they often forget something much simpler — drinking water.

LWL8 was designed to solve this behavioral gap through a connected smart bottle ecosystem that combines reminders, adaptive tracking, and meaningful hydration insights.

My Role

I led the design of the LWL8 mobile experience from 0 → 1, shaping both the product thinking and execution.

End-to-end UX design (Research → Delivery)

UI design system and visual direction

Micro-interactions & motion design

Cross-platform design (Android, iOS, Widgets, Watch App)

Collaboration with product & engineering for real-world constraints

Team

Product Designer (Me)

Engineers

Product Manager

THE PROBLEM

Hydration Wasn’t the Problem. Consistency Was.

Most users already understood the importance of staying hydrated.
They carried water bottles to work, gyms, study spaces, and while traveling.

Yet hydration was still inconsistent.

During focused work, meetings, workouts, or commuting, users lost track of when they last drank water. Most only remembered hydration after feeling tired or dehydrated.

Most users already understood the importance of staying hydrated.
They carried water bottles to work, gyms, study spaces, and while traveling.

Yet hydration was still inconsistent.

During focused work, meetings, workouts, or commuting, users lost track of when they last drank water. Most only remembered hydration after feeling tired or dehydrated.

Most users already understood the importance of staying hydrated.
They carried water bottles to work, gyms, study spaces, and while traveling.

Yet hydration was still inconsistent.

During focused work, meetings, workouts, or commuting, users lost track of when they last drank water. Most only remembered hydration after feeling tired or dehydrated.

“I realize I haven’t had water only when I feel exhausted.”

Solutions

Automatic Reminders

LWL8 provides smart and customizable reminders that gently prompt users to drink water at the right time. These reminders are designed to fit into daily routines without being distracting, helping users stay consistently hydrated.

Goal vs. Intake Tracking

The app visually shows how much water the user has consumed compared to their daily hydration goal. A clear progress indicator helps users easily understand their intake and stay motivated to reach their target.

Hydration Insights

LWL8 analyzes users’ drinking patterns and provides simple insights about their hydration habits. These insights help users understand their behavior and make better decisions to improve their overall health.

Historical Tracking

Users can view their past hydration records to track long-term progress. Historical data helps them identify patterns, measure improvement, and maintain consistent hydration habits.

Find My Bottle

The app includes a “Find My Bottle” feature that helps users quickly locate their smart bottle if it is misplaced. This ensures hydration tracking is not interrupted and adds convenience to the overall experience.