Minari and my first font

The font I designed as a student is being used to publicise one of the biggest movies of the year. Did they have to use that font though?Six Oscar nominations for the Minari movie on the back of all those other awards. And you used that font! You people. Bit embarrassing really. I like this industry..

Framer is still alive and well… and its a game-changer

Framer is still alive and well… and it’s a game-changerA love letter to my prototyping tool of choice.Earlier, this week, this post came across my feed: “Framer is Dead.” Impossible. I’ve been using it non-stop for the past month. Sadly, this post has gotten some traction, and I’ve seen it pop-up on..

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..

5 examples of perfect UX design

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Why designers should embrace small wins

How Sisyphos learned to love his tedious job.Once upon a time in ancient Greece lived a seasoned VP of product named Sisyphos. Before becoming VP on the client-side, Sisyphos was an accomplished creative director working for a renowned ad agency, where he was celebrated for his wit and creativity. U..

6 cheats to make your portfolio look redesigned — without actually doing anything

6 cheats to make your portfolio look redesigned — without actually doing anythingThe world moves fast. What was in style or considered beautiful ten years ago is not the same today. Likewise, your own taste and goals change with time too. Which is why it’s important to keep your portfolio updated. I..

The two design skills that will matter in 2021

The design industry landscape is changing — we need to change with it to stay relevant and thrive. Continue reading on UX Collective »

Tools for Action

Tools for actionWhat if users were given a tool to organize their thoughts and actions with the same amount of detail as a tool for thought that lets them organize their notes?The rise of Roam Research, the note-taking tool for networked thought, has given a home to researchers, power users, develop..

Understanding DesignOps as a strategic function — PART 2

PART 2Understanding DesignOps as a strategic function: measuring impactPart 2 of 2DesignOps relies on ongoing performance assessments to constantly evaluate what can be done better to impact positively the business metrics. Yes, DesignOps’ impact is quantifiable. Credits: https://www.pexels.com/@nie..

A Designer’s Guide to 8 Basic WordPress UX Elements

The ultimate success of a WordPress website is closely linked to how effectively it presents in front of a user. The experience generated from this visual contact determines acceptance and significantly contributes to how the site fare against the competition. If the site must meet its mark and establish a robust online foothold, several key elements must be taken into consideration