UX

  1. Use more whitespace. It doesn't just make a site look pretty, either. It makes for better navigation, increased legibility, more meaningful content engagement, and more obvious calls-to-action. One of the best design tips I ever received is not to think of adding whitespace; get into the habit of thinking that every element you add to your site removes it. This will help you make conscious decisions about your layout and use of components.

  2. Choose a font pairing and stick to it. Readability is most Important. Can someone who is time-poor skim read a long paragraph and still get the necessary details? You've picked well. Use Fontpair, Canva. And remember, if all else fails: Montserrat.

  3. Use a colour palette. Using a colour generator meant I would always have a great looking website. Coolors gives you seemingly endless options.

  4. Don't be afraid to explore depth. Flat design is great for users who are highly attuned to digital interaction, while material has more of a reactive response to a user’s action. Material design brings the design a step further in its ability to communicate. Consider who your user is before you jump in.

  5. Research often and learn from others. Research on what's out there on Codepen, Dribble, and in individual designer portfolios.

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