How to write inclusive, accessible digital products

Good UX writing invites everyone to use the interface.There’s one piece of writing advice I give to everyone: Read your writing out loud. Yes, out loud. Not out loud in your head. Out loud out loud. Move your mouth. Make sound. Listen to your sentences. It’s a simple technique, but it works. Listeni..

Sagrada Familia: The divine creative freedom of architect Antoni Gaudí

A celebration of science and spirit. Continue reading on UX Collective »

Realizing the business impact of design

Illustration designed by the author. Inspired by Euro notesMy goal for writing this article is to amplify the business value that design can have beyond product and UX. It’s an attempt to broaden perspectives on the role of design in business, and what people think about when they hear or say “Desig..

The UI & UX tips collection — Volume two

A collection of 18 tips to help improve your designs. Continue reading on UX Collective »

Is the pandemic accelerating the fourth industrial revolution?

Opportunities and risks to watch out in 2021’s digital revolution Continue reading on UX Collective »

How understanding KPIs a little can improve discussions with stakeholders

How to add a quantitative aspect to user testing with minimal effort Continue reading on UX Collective »

The journey of defining a personal design philosophy

A portrait of a human, with deep-looking eyes and a painted face. Source: Loner WolfA design philosophy incorporates not only the professional expertise of a designer but also an essential part of his personality. It is the core motivation, the base for every successful project, and the anchoring po..

New directions: The cover story

New Directions: The Cover StoryPioneer designer Alvin Lustig’s fifty best book covers in one box.Lustig’s first cover design for New Directions, 1941The great graphic designer Milton Glaser once said, “there are three responses to a piece of design — yes, no, and WOW!” WOW! is what you’ll say to New..

What is semiotics and why it’s crucial for designers

Why we need to learn what users understand before we try to help them.Image by Sebastian HerrmannLet’s start with a simple concept: what would happen if you clicked on this icon here? Maybe it’s akin to “going back home”, but your browser won’t necessarily send you “back” anywhere, because that’s an..

Think about your Hmmms — tips for better UX research

In one crazy year, a pandemic struck and I had an opportunity to become a better behavioral scientist and researcher. Continue reading on UX Collective »