Evaluating the Impact of 3D Visualizationson Website Usability and User Experience

Authors

  • Jure Ahtik University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Natural Science and Engineering, Department of Textiles, Graphic Arts and Design, Chair of Information and Graphic Art Technology, Snežniška 5, Ljubljana, Slovenia Author
  • Žan Reberšek-Gavrič Brode 24, 3305 Vransko, Slovenia Author
  • Helena Gabrijelčič Tomc University of Ljubljana, Faculty of Natural Science and Engineering, Department of Textiles, Graphic Arts and Design, Chair of Information and Graphic Art Technology, Snežniška 5, Ljubljana, Slovenia Author https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0192-4833

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.25027/ag.33.3.2

Keywords:

3D visualizations; 3D graphics; user-centred design (UCD); user experience question- naire (UEQ); usability testing; website interface design.

Abstract

This study investigates the usability and user experience of integrating 3D visualizations and short 3D animations into the website interface of a marketing agency. The research evaluates how computer-generated 3D elements influence user interaction, perception, and overall website performance. The experimental phase documents the design process, including software selection, web interface development, and the creation of 3D assets. Target user groups were defined and represented through personas, which informed the specification of website functionality, content structure, and information architecture. Wireframes were designed to determine the spatial organization of interface components, while parallel development focused on producing 3D models and animations intended for web deployment. Usability testing was conducted using the standardized User Experience Questionnaire (UEQ) supplemented with domain-specific questions. Participants interacted with a functional prototype to assess system usability, visual engagement, and navigational efficiency. The findings provide an analysis of user experience outcomes associated with the incorporation of 3D elements into web interfaces. The results offer practical guidance and best-practice recommendations for designers, developers, and content creators seeking to implement 3D visual content as a functional and aesthetic component of modern website design.

Published

2025-12-29 — Updated on 2025-12-29

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How to Cite

Evaluating the Impact of 3D Visualizationson Website Usability and User Experience. (2025). Acta Graphica, 33(3), 96-106. https://doi.org/10.25027/ag.33.3.2