UI/UX Design for AR/VR : What, How and Scope!

Immersive technologies like AR (Augmented Reality) and VR (Virtual Reality) gain pace, designing intuitive and seamless user experiences has become crucial. As a learning project I have picked to dive into the XR (Extended Reality) world and see how UI/UX designers are working to create a seamless experience just like VisionOS, Meta Quest, etc. and as I have come close to know that it’s not just about overall looks or aesthetics - it’s about designing for depth, interaction and spatial awareness in XR environments.

What is UI/UX design for AR/VR? : Unlike the traditional UI/UX design for AR/VR extends beyond a flat or plane screens into 3D spacers. Users just don’t click or scroll - they interact using gestures, voice, eye tracking, commands and even motion sensors. This means the traditional way of thinking needs be changed come up with newer approach and consider spatial interactions, ergonomics and real-world context to create intuitive experiences.

How designers make it work? : Creating AR/VR interfaces involves a mix of user research, prototyping, and usability testing—tailored for immersive spaces. One of the biggest challenges is ensuring comfort and ease of navigation in a 360° environment. Elements like spatial hierarchy, visual feedback, and interaction flow must be carefully crafted to avoid cognitive overload or motion sickness. Softwares like Blender, Adobe Aero, Maya can be used to create these 3D assets and environment, but for this particular experiment I used an online tool named BEZI, it provide a basic 3D environment and allows me to directly access my Figma designs in the environment. This allows me to create a basic prototype and see how all this works in the real world.

The Future of AR/VR UI/UX Design : As AR and VR technology evolves, the focus will shift toward adaptive interfaces, AI-driven personalization, and haptic feedback to enhance immersion. Designers will need to master 3D interaction patterns, leverage eye-tracking data, and create ergonomic experiences that feel natural and intuitive.

In this rapidly advancing field, tools like Bezi empower designers to experiment, iterate, and refine UI/UX solutions that push the boundaries of digital interaction. The future of design is no longer confined to screens—it’s unfolding in immersive, interactive spaces.