Venus OS

Victron Energy

A completely redesigned interface that enhances user experience and aesthetics of Victron Energy system monitoring and data visualisation. A scalable and modular solution delivering value to both the business and its users.

✦ Design Strategy

✦ UI/UX

✦ Prototyping

✦ UX Research

✦ Product Design

Top-down view of a workspace showing a person using a wireless keyboard and mouse in front of a large monitor displaying a complex UI design. On the right, Victron Energy equipment including a Cerbo GX and display are connected and active on a green cutting mat.

High-resolution interface of a Victron Energy touchscreen display, featuring a sleek dark UI with vibrant circular data visualizations. Clean typography and iconography present system levels and power metrics with clarity and modern design consistency.

Our Process

The project began with a deep dive into the business layout, products, users, and the challenges and opportunities that required attention. The main goal was to support business objectives and craft the best possible end-user experience.
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The Define & Research phase established a solid foundation that served as a guide for the following stages.The initial work defined a set of aligned goals, validated ideas, and ensured that every design decision was grounded and beneficial to the overall scope.
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Close collaboration is essential throughout all design and product development processes.At Cliff Design, modern digital products are never static — they are organic systems, constantly evolving, updating, and improving.

Visual representation of the UX/UI design process showing six stages — Define, Research, Ideate, Design, Validate, and Deliver — arranged in a dynamic, circular flow with yellow arrows indicating progression and iteration. Dark theme with high-contrast typography.

The Power of Design System

A design system ensures visual and functional consistency across all products. With a well-structured style guide and standardized components, the design process is streamlined through all updates and boosts efficiency. Every element is connected and reusable — enabling faster development, clearer communication, and a cohesive user experience at every touchpoint.

UI style guide showcasing core design elements including color palette, typography, buttons, input fields, icons, and reusable components — structured to ensure visual consistency and scalability across the product

The Challenge

Victron Energy’s products power a vast range of environments, solutions, and scenarios — a level of flexibility that is both impressive and complex.The core challenge? Translating this versatility into a modular, scalable interface that remains intuitive and user-friendly.

Cliff design has yet again proven to be experts in making a simple and scalable, yet awesome looking, UI/UX design for a complex system. Matthijs Vader, Managing Director - Victron Energy

Venus OS v3.50 Release video by Victron Energy

A Journey We’re Proud to Share

At the heart of every great product is a shared vision — and Cliff Design is grateful to be part of Victron’s. From the first conversations to the final design decisions, collaboration and trust have been key.

This project wasn’t just about delivering a solution, but about supporting a journey, celebrating the wins, and tackling the challenges together — as a team!