Modernizing imagery experience on Google Map for clarity and harmony
May 2025 - Aug 2025
Google Maps helps billions of people navigate, explore, and understand the world through accurate, real-time, and visually rich map experiences.
UX designer collaborating with visual and motion designers, as well as product managers.
Modernized the 2D satellite map experience by refining labeling and other key elements to work seamlessly with Street View and Immersive View, creating a unified imagery experience. Advocated for and secured product buy-in to begin developing and launching the first 3D satellite map.
Overview
The satellite map felt dated and cluttered, underserving a significant portion of Google Maps’ 1 billion+ users.
Screenshot taken from Google Map Mobile (Aug 2025)
Many users love the 3D satellite view on desktop, but it’s not yet available in our mobile experience.
Screenshot taken from Google Map Desktop (Aug 2025)
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How might we modernize the current satellite map and envision the future of imagery experience on Google Maps?
Concept mock for demonstration purposes only. Not affiliated with or representative of Google’s products, designs, or internal work.
Concept mock for demonstration purposes only. Not affiliated with or representative of Google’s products, designs, or internal work.