Case Study  ·  Automotive · UX · Web

Lexus.com
Vehicle Model Page

Led the redesign of Lexus.com model pages, shifting from disconnected feature lists to a narrative driven atomic design system that showcased each vehicle's distinctiveness while cutting production time across the full model lineup.

Role Lead UX Designer
Year 2018
Type Web · UI · Automotive
Client Lexus
3
Core Modules
75%
Creative Production Cost
Global
Multi Region Rollout

Lexus.com
Vehicle Model Page

I led the redesign of the model pages on Lexus.com to improve user experience and streamline asset production. The primary goal was to present comprehensive information about each vehicle while focusing on storytelling to highlight their unique attributes. By shifting from isolated features to a narrative driven approach, we effectively showcased each model's distinctiveness. Additionally, I implemented an atomic design structure to enhance reusability across components, resulting in a successful redesign that balanced user engagement with production efficiency.

A key part of the work was partnering closely with the strategy team to reframe what a model page could be. Rather than a reference document users jumped around in, we envisioned it as a single continuous experience, the way a Disneyland ride works: you sit down, and the story unfolds around you as you move through it. Every module was sequenced intentionally so the user was carried through the full narrative of the vehicle without ever needing to navigate away or hunt for information.

Role Lead UX Designer
Year 2018
Scope Web · UI · Global

Project Goals

The existing model pages presented vehicle information in isolation, disconnected features without a cohesive story. Each feature section lived on its own dedicated page, which required an enormous volume of individual creative assets to support. The cost and time to produce and maintain those assets across a full model lineup was unsustainable at scale.

The redesign needed to solve both problems at once: consolidate feature content into a single, cohesive view while maintaining the richness of the storytelling. By streamlining how features were displayed, we reduced creative asset production costs by 75% and gave the team a system that could scale across all Lexus models globally.

Consolidated Feature View
Replace individual individual feature pages with a single streamlined view, eliminating the unsustainable creative asset burden that came with maintaining separate pages per model.
Atomic Design System
Implement a reusable component structure to enhance consistency and streamline asset production across all models.
Narrative Driven Design
Shift from isolated feature lists to a cohesive storytelling approach that highlights each model's unique character.
Global Responsiveness
Ensure a seamless, consistent experience across devices and regions for a global audience.

Research to Delivery

I led the design process end to end, from initial discovery through to engineering handoff, working closely with stakeholders, product managers, and global development teams to ensure the system could scale across all Lexus models.

01
Strategy & Vision
Working alongside the strategy team, we redefined what a model page could be. Instead of a reference document users navigated piecemeal, we designed a single continuous page experience, like a Disneyland ride where you sit down and the story unfolds around you. Every module was sequenced so the user moved through the full vehicle narrative without ever leaving the page.
02
Research & Discovery
Audited existing model pages, analyzed user behavior data, and benchmarked against leading automotive and luxury brand experiences to identify gaps and opportunities.
03
Design Concept
Developed the narrative driven framework, organizing each model page around a story arc rather than a feature checklist, with the Hero, Visualizer, and Information Layer as the three core modules.
04
The Challenge
Designing a system flexible enough to work across dozens of Lexus models, each with different feature sets, imagery, and regional requirements, while maintaining a consistent, premium feel.
05
User Testing & Key Findings
Testing validated that the narrative approach improved time on page and feature comprehension. The color swatch visualizer drove significantly higher engagement on trim selection compared to the previous static layout.

Three Modules, One System

The redesign centered on three core modules that worked together as a unified system. Each module was designed as a set of atomic components, enabling rapid assembly of new model pages without bespoke design work.

Hero Module

The Hero block highlighted campaign level content, incorporating high quality visuals, MSRP details, and multiple call to action buttons. Video support was added for immersive storytelling, with mobile specific adjustments such as autoplay guidelines to enhance performance.

Hero Module desktop

Visualizer Module

The features included a model selection interface with carousel style browsing, allowing users to easily explore various options. Customization was enhanced through color swatches, enabling users to visualize different configurations. Pagination provided a seamless way to navigate and explore multiple visual perspectives of each vehicle.

Visualizer Module desktop

Information Layer

The Information Layer consolidated detailed specifications, trim comparisons, and feature breakdowns into a user friendly format. Features such as tooltips and accordion style tabs streamlined complex data presentation.

Information Layer desktop
Full UI Spec

Impact that moved the needle

The modular design and interactive features significantly boosted user retention on the model page, driving improved engagement. Enhanced navigation and well placed CTAs led to higher conversions, encouraging more users to explore offers and inventory. The responsive design ensured a seamless, consistent experience across devices and regions, enforcing global accessibility.

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User Time on Page
75%
Creative Production Cost
Global
Multi Region Rollout

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