Redistro Free Store


Redistro is a mutual aid network that operates a ‘Free Store’ in Greenfield, MA, where donated material goods are recycled and redistributed to the community. The store fosters a system of voluntary support without the need for direct exchange. Redistro’s mission is to strengthen local resilience and care by connecting people to material, social, and educational resources.

The client wanted a “quirky” site design similar to Craigs List and Wikipedia. This did not match our developers’ tastes, but as the client is always right, we complied. Redistro’s team was very happy with it (but we still think it looks odd.)

Team

Joshua Ruddock Owen Sheaffer

Year

2024

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A Scope of Work (SOW) document is a formal document that defines the specific tasks, deliverables, timelines, and expectations for a particular project or contract. It serves as a guide to ensure both parties (usually the client and the contractor/service provider) have a clear understanding of what is to be accomplished, how it will be done, and the standards or guidelines to be followed.

The Redistro team were very good at online meetings, and gave us great direction and feedback. We really enjoyed working with them, although we had to learn a lot.

A wireframe is a visual blueprint or schematic representation of a website’s layout, structure, and functionality. It serves as a basic framework that outlines the arrangement of elements like headers, footers, navigation menus, content areas, buttons, and other key components without focusing on design details such as colors, text, or images. Wireframes help designers, developers, and stakeholders plan the user experience (UX) and ensure a clear, functional website structure before moving on to more detailed design and development stages.

Wireframe PDF

User stories and flows are tools used in development to define and map out user interactions with a system. A user story is a brief, simple description of a feature or functionality from the perspective of an end user, typically following the format: “As a [user], I want to [do something] so that I can [achieve a goal].” This helps prioritize development based on user needs. A user flow is a visual representation of the steps a user takes to complete a task or goal within an application or website. It outlines the sequence of interactions and decisions a user makes, ensuring a smooth and intuitive experience by mapping out the logical progression of actions. Together, user stories and flows guide the design and development process, ensuring the product meets user expectations and delivers a seamless experience.

The Redistro community does most of its communication on Signal, so the site ended up a lot less information-rich and interactive than we first imagined it would need to be.

User Stories and Flows PDF
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