Recreate a Favorite App with UXPilot
Design 10 key screens for an app idea using AI-powered workflows.
The scenario
Use the scenario to understand the project context and what you’ll be working on.
This design brief is part of the Uxcel Community contest in collaboration with UXPilot.ai.
Before you begin, please note:
- You need to sign up for UXPilot and complete your designs there to participate in the challenge.
- To give you more creative freedom, UXPilot is providing an additional 200 free credits for this challenge.
- You can claim your extra credits here: https://uxpilot.ai/?campaign_id=promo_1SCgceFa1DYVihNzo6zCOJgP
Your challenge is to use UXPilot to recreate the essential experience of a favorite app, or design an MVP for your own brand/startup.
You don’t need to design the entire app. You can focus on the 10+ most essential screens that capture the product’s core journey and user value. Alongside your designs, explain the AI prompts you used and how you refined them to achieve your results.
Details
Your task
Here’s what you need to do for your project:
- Choose an existing app to recreate or your own brand/startup idea
- Design at least 10 essential screens that cover a key flow (e.g., onboarding, home/dashboard, search, detail, profile, settings)
- Generate wireframes and high-fidelity UIs with UXPilot (mobile, desktop, or both)
- Ensure consistency in style, layout, and branding across your screens
- Share your AI prompts and iterations, explaining how they shaped the final design
- Create a short case study describing your process, challenges, and key learnings
- Bonus points for making your submission interactive or including a video walkthrough 🎥
Prizes
The top 10 submissions will receive the prizes in the following order
- 1st place: $1,000
- 2nd place: $300
- 3rd place: $200
- 4th-10th place: Free Uxcel Pro (1 year) + UXPilot Premium (3 months)
- Every participant will get a discount to Uxcel Pro Membership and UX Pilot Premium
Note: winners can also donate their prize to a charitable cause of their choice.
Instructions
Read the instructions to ensure your project receives maximum visibility.
- You can edit your project at any time
- You must have a Uxcel account (free or Pro)
- Winners will be announced within 7 days after the contest closes
- You must review at least 2 other project submissions to be eligible for the live contest
Note: please make sure you're 18+ years old and are allowed to take part in a skill-based competition from your country.
Evaluation criteria
Your project will be evaluated using the following criteria:
Content— Does the submission cover at least 10 essential screens and include clear AI prompts and explanations?
Visual Design— Are the screens polished, consistent, and aligned with the product’s brand?
Accessibility— Are color, typography, and layouts readable and inclusive for different users?
Presentation— Is the case study well-structured and does it clearly explain your design decisions and AI prompt strategy?
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What are Uxcel Briefs?
Uxcel Briefs are hands-on, real-world project challenges designed to help learners apply their skills in practical product scenarios. Each Brief simulates a situation you might encounter in a modern product team—requiring critical thinking, creativity, and user-focused solutions.
Briefs cover a variety of topics aligned with Uxcel’s six core skill categories: UX Research, Visual Design, Interaction Design, Content Strategy, Product Thinking, and Leadership. They include a clear scenario, task, recommended tools, and curated resources to guide your approach. By completing a Brief, you can sharpen your problem-solving skills, grow your portfolio, and receive expert feedback from mentors.
Briefs cover a variety of topics aligned with Uxcel’s six core skill categories: UX Research, Visual Design, Interaction Design, Content Strategy, Product Thinking, and Leadership. They include a clear scenario, task, recommended tools, and curated resources to guide your approach. By completing a Brief, you can sharpen your problem-solving skills, grow your portfolio, and receive expert feedback from mentors.
Who are Uxcel Briefs for?
Anyone looking to strengthen their product thinking and communication skills can benefit from Briefs. While they're especially useful for designers, they’re also valuable for product managers, researchers, content strategists, and aspiring professionals who want to learn how to break down product challenges and present thoughtful solutions.
How do I earn a high score on a Brief?
Start by studying the scenario and completion criteria closely. Uxcel provides relevant lessons and resources to help you prepare before diving into the challenge. Treat each Brief like a real-world project: brainstorm ideas, consider multiple approaches, and test your decisions.
Strong submissions typically go through multiple iterations and demonstrate both problem-solving and attention to detail. You’ll also improve faster by reflecting on mentor feedback, identifying patterns in your mistakes, and applying those lessons to future projects.
Strong submissions typically go through multiple iterations and demonstrate both problem-solving and attention to detail. You’ll also improve faster by reflecting on mentor feedback, identifying patterns in your mistakes, and applying those lessons to future projects.
How can I submit a Brief?
Anyone can access and complete Briefs, but only Pro members can submit their work for professional feedback from Uxcel mentors. If you're not a Pro member, you can still work on the Brief and seek feedback from peers or within the Uxcel community.
When submitting a Brief, you'll upload a showcase image, give your project a name, and write a brief description. For tips on effective submissions, check out our best practices here.
When submitting a Brief, you'll upload a showcase image, give your project a name, and write a brief description. For tips on effective submissions, check out our best practices here.
Who reviews my Brief submission?
Submitted Briefs are reviewed by Uxcel Mentors—experienced professionals from top companies who offer clear, actionable feedback. In addition, your project will be published to the Showcase page, where community members can comment, like, and offer their own perspectives. This peer engagement helps simulate a real-world design review process.
How long does it take to get feedback?
Mentor reviews typically arrive within 24–48 hours after submission. The more active your Brief is—through likes and community engagement—the more visible it becomes on the Showcase page.
Pro tip: Share your submission with your network to increase visibility and feedback. Our algorithm takes likes and reviews into account when ranking projects on the Showcase page.
Pro tip: Share your submission with your network to increase visibility and feedback. Our algorithm takes likes and reviews into account when ranking projects on the Showcase page.
Can I redo a Brief or submit more than once?
Yes! Briefs are built for practice and improvement. You can revisit the same Brief to iterate on your previous work or try a different approach. Submitting multiple times helps reinforce learning, build confidence, and track your growth over time.
Do Briefs help me build a portfolio?
Absolutely. Each completed Brief can serve as a portfolio project that demonstrates your ability to think through problems, craft user-centered solutions, and communicate your process. It’s a great way to showcase your skills to hiring managers or teammates in a credible, structured format.