Cracked Light is an iOS app designed to visualize the long-term benefits of meditation by transforming abstract progress into tangible feedback. The app uses a central metaphor: a black orb that gradually cracks open to reveal light as users track their meditation practice over time. The goal is to make the subtle, cumulative benefits of meditation more immediate and engaging, bridging the gap between long-term well-being and short-term motivation.

• Design Tools: Figma for wireframes and user journey design
• 3D Assets: Blender for creating dynamic orb transformations
• Development: Swift and UIKit framework in Xcode
• Audio: Custom soundtrack composed in GarageBand

The app was developed end-to-end, from ideation and wireframing to coding and asset creation, within a five-week timeline. Each interaction—from haptic feedback to the orb's evolving visual state—was carefully crafted to immerse users in a meditative experience while tracking their progress.

This project also served as a personal exploration into the intersection of design, technology, and mindfulness. By creating an intuitive interface and combining multimedia elements, the app transforms meditation into a visually rewarding practice.

Cracked Light highlights how digital tools can support mental health and mindfulness by translating abstract concepts like self-improvement into immediate, sensory-rich feedback. This approach showcases the potential of interactive technology to cultivate lasting well-being through meditation and beyond.

Future iterations will explore integrations with advanced tools, such as virtual reality, biosensors, or narrative-based guided meditations, to further enhance the immersive experience.