Hearth

Where love grows warmer

A private digital space for couples to nurture their relationship through daily interactions, shared activities, and moments of connection.

App Concept

Design Philosophy

Warm, intimate, and comforting—like being wrapped in a soft blanket on a rainy day.

Target Users

  • Couples in long-distance relationships
  • Partners with busy, conflicting schedules
  • Couples seeking to deepen their connection
  • New couples building relationship foundations
  • Long-term couples keeping the spark alive

Core Principles

  • Prioritize meaningful interactions over quantity
  • Create gentle routines for connection
  • Facilitate growth through shared experiences
  • Preserve memories in thoughtful ways
  • Foster a sense of shared space despite distance

Key Screens

Welcome & Onboarding

Hearth

Where love grows warmer

Create your private space to connect with your partner, even when you're apart.

Connect with Partner

Send an invitation to your partner to join your Hearth:

or

Share this unique code with your partner:

HTH724

Your partner will need to download Hearth and enter this code to connect with you.

Your Shared Space

E
Erika
Online now
🌱
🐱
Day 3

Daily Question

"What small thing made you smile today?"

R

Saw a dog that looked exactly like ours!

E
R

Our Home

Mood Garden

Updated 10m ago
🌻
Your mood Happy
🌿
Erika's mood Peaceful

Coming Up

MAY 12
Date Night
Virtual dinner & movie
3d
MAY 28
Anniversary
6 months together!
19d

Our Progress

Level 3
🌱
65/100 connection points
Next reward: 35 points

Connection Rituals

Daily Check-ins

Morning Ritual

Start your day connected

Complete

"How did you sleep? What's on your mind this morning?"

E
Slept well! Excited about our weekend plans ❤️
R
Not great, but better than yesterday. Coffee helping! Miss you 💚

Evening Ritual

Reflect on your day together

8:00 PM

Evening check-in unlocks in 3 hours

Your Streak

14 days
M
T
W
T
F
S
S

You've completed both check-ins every day for 2 weeks!

Tea Time

Virtual Tea Date

Take a moment to enjoy a warm drink together, even when you're apart.

You Ready
Erika Preparing

Preparation Guide

1
Get your favorite tea or coffee
2
Find a comfortable spot to sit
3
Click "Start Tea Time" when ready

Waiting for Erika

They'll join soon

Scheduled Tea Times

SAT 10 AM
Weekend catch-up

Handcrafted Messages

E
Erika
typing...

Hey! How's your day going? 😊

9:32 AM

Pretty good! Just finished that project I was telling you about

9:45 AM

That's awesome! I knew you could do it 💪

We should celebrate this weekend!

9:47 AM

Definitely! What did you have in mind?

9:50 AM
Today
Handcrafted Note

I'm so proud of you! ❤️

Can't wait to see you this weekend

- Erika

11:15 AM

Create a Note

Note Style

Delivery

Send now

Key Features

Shared Digital Space

Customizable virtual home that evolves with your relationship, complete with day/night cycles and interactive elements.

  • Customizable decor and ambiance
  • Virtual pets to care for together
  • Weather effects based on your locations

Tea Time Rituals

Virtual date moments designed to create authentic connection despite physical distance.

  • Synchronized preparation timers
  • Ambient café sounds and effects
  • Thoughtful conversation starters

Mood Garden

Share emotions in a beautiful, visual way that nurtures understanding and empathy.

  • Living plant metaphors for emotions
  • Partner mood notifications
  • Emotional pattern insights

Handcrafted Messages

Create and receive meaningful notes that feel personal and tangible.

  • Customizable note designs
  • Scheduled surprise deliveries
  • Voice notes with visual patterns

Connection Rituals

Daily routines that promote meaningful relationship habits and consistent communication.

  • Morning & evening check-ins
  • Daily questions for deeper connection
  • Streak tracking for habit building

Comfort Corner

Support features designed for difficult moments when your partner needs you most.

  • "Hug button" with haptic feedback
  • Pre-recorded comfort messages
  • Synchronized breathing exercises

Development Roadmap

This conceptual mockup represents the first version of Hearth. Future development would expand on these core features.

1

Core Experience

  • Basic shared space with customization
  • Daily questions and check-ins
  • Simple messaging and note creation
  • Mood sharing functionality
2

Enriched Features

  • Tea Time virtual date experience
  • Advanced note creation tools
  • Interactive home elements (pets, plants)
  • Memory timeline and photo sharing
3

Advanced Connection

  • Comfort Corner with haptic feedback
  • Shared activities (reading, watching)
  • Relationship growth insights
  • Seasonal themes and special events