Problem
Unlike freelance marketplaces, home renovation platforms face:
- unclear project requirements
- inconsistent pricing expectations
- chaotic communication between homeowners and providers
This leads to poor matches, wasted time, and low trust on both sides.
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Key Insight
A direct copy of freelance marketplaces doesnβt work here.
π Homeowners need guided input and clarity before matching
π Service providers need qualified leads, not volume
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Solution
- Transformed the Upwork-style bidding model into a structured job posting system tailored for home renovation
- Designed guided project creation flows to reduce vague requirements and improve estimate accuracy
- Built a controlled bidding experience to prevent spam and irrelevant outreach
- Introduced fair lead distribution logic to avoid provider competition imbalance
- Created a scalable design system across 100+ screens for consistent product growth
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Impact
- Increased conversion rate by 62% through structured flows and improved matching quality
- Reduced communication friction by replacing unstructured messaging with guided interactions
- Delivered a scalable foundation for a two-sided marketplace product
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