This paper presents the design and development of Student Nest, a mobile application tailored to address the housing challenges faced by international students. One of the primary hurdles for these students is securing a guarantor to support their rental applications, a requirement that often impedes access to accommodation. Student Nest offers a user-friendly platform where international students can connect with guarantors who meet housing industry standards. The application integrates key features such as a secure verification process, seamless communication between students and guarantors, and detailed guidelines on guarantor responsibilities. By streamlining the guarantor request process, this platform aims to alleviate one of the significant barriers to securing accommodation, contributing to a smoother transition for students relocating to new countries. The design process follows a user-centered approach, focusing on simplicity, security, and reliability, ensuring that both students and guarantors have a positive and efficient experience. The implications of this platform extend beyond solving housing challenges, potentially shaping more accessible rental practices within the broader housing industry.
IRE Journals:
Odunuga Atinuoluwadide Moromoke , Olayinka Odutola
"Designing A Mobile Application for the Housing Industry: Creating A Guarantor Request Platform for International Students - Student Nest" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 7 Issue 4 2023 Page 548-564
IEEE:
Odunuga Atinuoluwadide Moromoke , Olayinka Odutola
"Designing A Mobile Application for the Housing Industry: Creating A Guarantor Request Platform for International Students - Student Nest" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 7(4)