u/ib_ka152

[Critique] I built a Japanese Vocab PWA with Gemini—blending Neumorphism, Glassmorphism & MD3. Would love your UI/UX feedback!

I’ve been working on a Japanese vocabulary learning PWA. My primary target audience is Chinese speakers, but to get your valuable insights here, I’ve deployed a special English beta version (with localized typography and a condensed vocabulary list).

​I developed this PWA through a collaborative process with Gemini. I focused on the design logic and user flows, while utilizing Gemini for the technical implementation and code structure. It’s been a fascinating experiment in 'vibecoding' and PWA development.

https://ibka512.github.io/Progressive/

​🎨 Design Concept:

I wanted to step away from traditional flat flashcard apps and create a more tactile, immersive experience. To achieve this, I experimented with blending three distinct styles:

​Neumorphism: To give interactive elements a sense of physical depth.

​Glassmorphism & Liquid Glass: For overlays and containers to create a soft, breathing feel.

​Material Design 3 (MD3): To ensure the underlying structural logic and component states remain intuitive.

​🤔 What I need help with:

​Visual Hierarchy & Cohesion: Does the mix of these three styles feel cohesive, or does it clash and create visual noise?

​Accessibility / Contrast: Does the glass/matte effect compromise the readability of the text? I want to ensure the vocabulary remains the primary focus.

​Any brutal and constructive critique on the UI design and UX flow is highly appreciated. Thank you for your time!

u/ib_ka152 — 9 hours ago