When we think of a "redesign," we often imagine a complete overhaul of an entire application. But in professional UX practice, true impact is found in the "small moments"—the specific, daily interactions where users encounter friction. A focused redesign is often more valuable than a broad one because it demonstrates deep UX thinking

To master the art of the redesign, you must move beyond aesthetics and focus on solving for Decision Fatigue. Here is a strategic framework for the Spotify UX Redesign Challenge:

1. Identifying the High-Friction Moment

Instead of trying to fix everything, choose one specific interaction that users face daily:

  • The Challenges: Finding a song quickly, choosing what to play next, or managing complex playlists.
  • The Friction: Users often feel overwhelmed when they have too many choices and too little guidance

2. Understanding User Intent

What is the user actually trying to do in that moment?

  • The Goal: Usually, it’s not to browse a library—it’s to start listening without thinking too much and to stay in their current mood.
  • The Strategic Shift: Good UX isn't about adding features; it’s about reducing the effort required to reach that goal

3. Designing for a Narrow Scope

The best way to show your skill is to limit your scope. Redesign just one screen, one interaction, or one decision point

The UX Rule: Less scope equals better UX thinking. It forces you to justify every change and subtraction.

Conclusion

When you present your redesign, don't just show the "after" shot. Show what you changed, what you removed, and exactly why it’s easier now. Remember: Great UX is invisible