Case study
Only.one
We created a webapp to save the worlds oceans.
3M
Over 3 million actions for ocean conservation taken
70%
Over 70% of users participated in at least one Conservation Mission
$2,500
Amount saved per month compared to a payroll hire
Team
Lead designer, design director, technical manager, designer, developer.
What we did
Design
Brand
Custom Code
Deliverables
Website
App
Duration
15 weeks
Tech stack
Figma
With over 7M Instagram followers, renowned wildlife photographer, Paul Nicklen founded Only One to enable his followers to have greater impact on the world oceans.
Problem statement
Only.one needs to transform its substantial but passive Instagram following into an active and engaged community, as users currently lack the tools and opportunities to take meaningful action toward ocean conservation.
Hypothesis
To drive greater impact, Only One must create a platform that empowers users to feel a sense of agency and responsibility for global ocean health, fostering deeper involvement in conservation initiatives and increasing platform engagement.
Solution
In close partnership with Only One's team, Rise initiated a collaborative process to develop an engaging platform. Through workshopping, ideating, and iterating on a product solution, we enabled members to discover and engage in conservation missions. Weekly meetings and a single point of contact facilitated seamless integration into their internal schedule, while lean software delivery methods ensured agility in our approach.
During the Discovery phase, we conducted a three-day workshop in Lisbon, using the Google Sprint method to generate ideas from all stakeholders.
Our design team then focused on a user-centered process to refine the core product experience, identify monetization potential, and establish growth loops. The resulting web app empowered users to act on issues they cared about, providing real-time results and enhancing community sharing.
With over 7M Instagram followers, renowned wildlife photographer, Paul Nicklen founded Only One to enable his followers to have greater impact on the world oceans.
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With over 7M Instagram followers, renowned wildlife photographer, Paul Nicklen founded Only One to enable his followers to have greater impact on the world oceans.
Problem statement
Only.one needs to transform its substantial but passive Instagram following into an active and engaged community, as users currently lack the tools and opportunities to take meaningful action toward ocean conservation.
Hypothesis
To drive greater impact, Only One must create a platform that empowers users to feel a sense of agency and responsibility for global ocean health, fostering deeper involvement in conservation initiatives and increasing platform engagement.
Solution
In close partnership with Only One's team, Rise initiated a collaborative process to develop an engaging platform. Through workshopping, ideating, and iterating on a product solution, we enabled members to discover and engage in conservation missions. Weekly meetings and a single point of contact facilitated seamless integration into their internal schedule, while lean software delivery methods ensured agility in our approach.
During the Discovery phase, we conducted a three-day workshop in Lisbon, using the Google Sprint method to generate ideas from all stakeholders.
Our design team then focused on a user-centered process to refine the core product experience, identify monetization potential, and establish growth loops. The resulting web app empowered users to act on issues they cared about, providing real-time results and enhancing community sharing.
With over 7M Instagram followers, renowned wildlife photographer, Paul Nicklen founded Only One to enable his followers to have greater impact on the world oceans.
Problem statement
Only.one needs to transform its substantial but passive Instagram following into an active and engaged community, as users currently lack the tools and opportunities to take meaningful action toward ocean conservation.
Hypothesis
To drive greater impact, Only One must create a platform that empowers users to feel a sense of agency and responsibility for global ocean health, fostering deeper involvement in conservation initiatives and increasing platform engagement.
Solution
In close partnership with Only One's team, Rise initiated a collaborative process to develop an engaging platform. Through workshopping, ideating, and iterating on a product solution, we enabled members to discover and engage in conservation missions. Weekly meetings and a single point of contact facilitated seamless integration into their internal schedule, while lean software delivery methods ensured agility in our approach.
During the Discovery phase, we conducted a three-day workshop in Lisbon, using the Google Sprint method to generate ideas from all stakeholders.
Our design team then focused on a user-centered process to refine the core product experience, identify monetization potential, and establish growth loops. The resulting web app empowered users to act on issues they cared about, providing real-time results and enhancing community sharing.
With over 7M Instagram followers, renowned wildlife photographer, Paul Nicklen founded Only One to enable his followers to have greater impact on the world oceans.
Problem statement
Only.one needs to transform its substantial but passive Instagram following into an active and engaged community, as users currently lack the tools and opportunities to take meaningful action toward ocean conservation.
Hypothesis
To drive greater impact, Only One must create a platform that empowers users to feel a sense of agency and responsibility for global ocean health, fostering deeper involvement in conservation initiatives and increasing platform engagement.
Solution
In close partnership with Only One's team, Rise initiated a collaborative process to develop an engaging platform. Through workshopping, ideating, and iterating on a product solution, we enabled members to discover and engage in conservation missions. Weekly meetings and a single point of contact facilitated seamless integration into their internal schedule, while lean software delivery methods ensured agility in our approach.
During the Discovery phase, we conducted a three-day workshop in Lisbon, using the Google Sprint method to generate ideas from all stakeholders.
Our design team then focused on a user-centered process to refine the core product experience, identify monetization potential, and establish growth loops. The resulting web app empowered users to act on issues they cared about, providing real-time results and enhancing community sharing.
We produced lean designs that were ready for development, minimizing handoff challenges and expediting the implementation process.
We produced lean designs that were ready for development, minimizing handoff challenges and expediting the implementation process.
We produced lean designs that were ready for development, minimizing handoff challenges and expediting the implementation process.
We produced lean designs that were ready for development, minimizing handoff challenges and expediting the implementation process.
Our landing page were created to engage visitors and boost conversions, incorporating striking visuals and clear calls to action aligned with your business objectives.
We established comprehensive brand guidelines that defined your visual identity, tone, and messaging, ensuring consistency and coherence across all marketing materials and platforms.
We produced lean designs that were ready for development, minimizing handoff challenges and expediting the implementation process.
We produced lean designs that were ready for development, minimizing handoff challenges and expediting the implementation process.
We produced lean designs that were ready for development, minimizing handoff challenges and expediting the implementation process.
We produced lean designs that were ready for development, minimizing handoff challenges and expediting the implementation process.
Our landing page were created to engage visitors and boost conversions, incorporating striking visuals and clear calls to action aligned with your business objectives.
We established comprehensive brand guidelines that defined your visual identity, tone, and messaging, ensuring consistency and coherence across all marketing materials and platforms.
We produced lean designs that were ready for development, minimizing handoff challenges and expediting the implementation process.
We produced lean designs that were ready for development, minimizing handoff challenges and expediting the implementation process.
We produced lean designs that were ready for development, minimizing handoff challenges and expediting the implementation process.
We produced lean designs that were ready for development, minimizing handoff challenges and expediting the implementation process.
Our landing page were created to engage visitors and boost conversions, incorporating striking visuals and clear calls to action aligned with your business objectives.
We established comprehensive brand guidelines that defined your visual identity, tone, and messaging, ensuring consistency and coherence across all marketing materials and platforms.
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