Week 6

Practical

Link: https://henriheymans.com/ 

Since the web banner design style uses a lot of black and white as the main element, you can learn about the general layout of monochrome-style web design and use it for this portfolio website. On the portfolio webpage, you can see that colorful pictures can indirectly create focus points and contrast in monochrome-style web design. This is a great way to attract users to spend time browsing.

Link: https://aristidebenoist.com/

It's worth noting that this page is viewed horizontally. The design of the homepage is combined with that of the portfolio webpage. Similarly, the webpage also uses black as the main color. The portfolio webpage will mainly feature portfolio photos and use brighter colors as font colors to guide browsing users.

Lecture

One key takeaway is the importance of defining the website's goal right from the start. This ensures that every design decision aligns with the overarching objective, leading to a more effective end product. Thus, a basic sketches for website is significant to visualize the user flow and identify essential conversion points. These sketches serve as a foundation for creating wireframes that guide users seamlessly through the website. Clarity and user-centric design principles are emphasized throughout this process, highlighting the importance of putting the user's needs first.

Delving into wireframing, designers can understand the varying levels of fidelity and their roles in refining the user experience. From low-fidelity to high-fidelity wireframes, each level contributes to optimizing website functionality and improving the overall user journey. This iterative approach to design is a crucial aspect of creating a successful website. Besides, exploring tools like Justinmind for wireframing has provided me with practical insights into leveraging technology to streamline the design process. Understanding the benefits of these tools in enhancing website functionality and user experience empowers designers to make informed decisions in any web design endeavors.