System Requirements Document (SRD)

Project Name: rustic-real

1. Introduction

The rustic-real project is a real estate website designed to cater to buyers in India, providing a simple and user-friendly platform to browse, filter, and explore property listings. This document outlines the system requirements for the project, ensuring that the website meets the needs of its target audience while maintaining simplicity and effectiveness.

2. System Overview

The rustic-real website will focus on delivering a streamlined experience for buyers looking for properties. It will feature property listings with essential details, basic filters for price and location, and a contact form for inquiries. The system will prioritize ease of use, quick navigation, and responsiveness across devices.

Key features include:

• A clean and intuitive interface for property browsing.
• Basic filtering options to refine searches.
• Contact forms for direct inquiries.
• Mobile-friendly design for accessibility.

The website will be tailored to the Indian market, considering local currency (INR), timezone (IST), and cultural preferences.

3. Functional Requirements

• As a Buyer, I should be able to browse property listings with essential details like price, location, and description.
• As a Buyer, I should be able to filter properties based on price range and location.
• As a Buyer, I should be able to view photo galleries of properties.
• As a Buyer, I should be able to submit inquiries through a contact form.

4. User Personas

Buyer

• Description: Individuals looking to purchase properties in India.
• Needs: Easy navigation, clear property details, and quick inquiry options.
• Goals: Find suitable properties within their budget and preferred location.

5. Visuals Colors and Theme

The rustic-real website will adopt a clean and modern aesthetic with the following color palette:

• Primary Color: Deep Green (#2E8B57) – symbolizes growth and stability, resonating with the real estate theme.
• Secondary Color: Warm Beige (#F5F5DC) – adds a rustic and welcoming touch.
• Accent Color: Brick Red (#B22222) – highlights important elements like buttons and links.
• Background Color: Soft White (#FAFAFA) – ensures readability and a clean look.

Typography will feature modern sans-serif fonts for clarity and professionalism, such as Roboto or Open Sans.

6. Signature Design Concept

Interactive Property Map with Dynamic Filters

The homepage of rustic-real will feature an interactive map of India where users can visually explore properties based on location. The map will dynamically update as users apply filters for price range and location preferences.

Key Features:

• Hover Interactions: As users hover over regions on the map, property highlights will appear with brief details (price, type, and location).
• Dynamic Filtering: Filters for price and location will instantly update the map, showcasing relevant properties.
• Micro-Animations: Smooth transitions as users navigate the map, with pins dropping onto the map for new listings.
• Photo Previews: Clicking on a pin will open a small preview carousel of property images.
• Contact Button: Each pin will include a direct "Contact Seller" button for inquiries.

This design will make the homepage visually engaging, memorable, and functional, offering buyers an immersive way to explore properties.

7. Non-Functional Requirements

• Performance: The website should load within 3 seconds on standard broadband connections.
• Scalability: The system should support up to 10,000 concurrent users.
• Security: Implement SSL encryption for secure data transmission.
• Accessibility: Ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 standards for accessibility.
• Responsiveness: The website must be fully functional on mobile devices, tablets, and desktops.

8. Tech Stack

Frontend

• React for Web

Backend

• Python
• FastAPI

Database

• MySQL (preferred for relational data)
• Alembic for database migrations

AI Tools

• GPT 5.2 for user-friendly responses

Local Orchestration

• Docker
• docker-compose

Server-Side Orchestration

• Kubernetes

9. Assumptions and Constraints

Assumptions

• Users will primarily access the website from India.
• The website will focus solely on buyers and exclude features for renters or agents.
• Property data will be provided in a structured format for integration.

Constraints

• The system must adhere to Indian data protection laws.
• Budget constraints may limit advanced features like AI-driven recommendations.
• The website will initially support only English as the primary language.

10. Glossary

• Buyer: A user looking to purchase properties.
• Filter: A tool to refine search results based on criteria like price or location.
• Contact Form: A form used by buyers to submit inquiries about properties.
• WCAG: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, standards for accessible web design.
• SSL Encryption: A security protocol for safe data transmission online.

This document outlines the requirements for rustic-real, ensuring a simple yet effective real estate platform tailored to buyers in India. Let’s make this vision a reality, Khizer!