The useful future of printed material such as magazines and books have been under the microscope lately with the digital age taking prominence in daily lives. This project is my answer to the dropping sales in magazine subscription. Taking the core elements and traits from print but mixing them with the more social orientated digital world, I was able to create an App that takes the original aim of the magazine, and connects people through similar interest, but in a digital format. In my mind, it’s the kind of App that does nothing fancy but everything right.
The principal idea for this app was based on having a new way for readers to consume and connect with magazines. Initially magazines had a community feel, a following based on similar interest. There is no reason why we can’t use today’s platforms to engage the audience with valuable content and layouts, whilst connecting them through content related situations.
The ability to comment on any paragraph helps connect these people who have a similar interest in the topic. I.e. using a travel magazine, users can share their comments, photos, or questions based on mutual experiences with the writer. As a result, connecting people from across the globe based on shared experiences.
