Design
Voronoi pattern masking with AI tooling
The increasing visibility and aesthetic appeal of Voronoi patterns in modern design.
Creating disposable tools with Figma Make
Using Figma Make's AI coding capabilities to rapidly build a custom screenshot review tool.
CSS is growing up
I discuss how new CSS features like native masonry and scroll-state queries are reducing our reliance on JavaScript.
Everyone loves a big, beautiful image on a web site.
I explain why using text within images is problematic for accessibility and SEO, and suggest better alternatives.
Heuristic Reviews
I detail my methodology for scoring website usability and user experience using a formal set of heuristics.
Parallax Experiments
I reflect on my experiments with native CSS Z-plane parallax and the performance challenges of multi-layered animations.
First Impressions
I look back at the first commercial website I designed in the 90s and how much web design has evolved since.
How to get Clients on your Side
Techniques for guiding clients through the design process using mood boards and wireframes.
Does Your Site Have Charisma?
I discuss the trend of websites looking increasingly similar and how to inject more unique personality into a design.
Styling Twitter Timeline Embeds
I provide examples and techniques for customizing the appearance of embedded Twitter timelines.
In Drupal Deep
I reflect on my week-long dive into the intricacies of the Drupal CMS and how it compares to WordPress.
Flat design, are we losing some of the charm?
I discuss the move away from skeuomorphism towards flat design and whether we are losing visual richness.
Yes, the Next Project Will Be Perfect!
I reflect on the eternal optimism of the creative process and the belief that the next project will reach perfection.
Why Codesign Tools are the Future of Web Design
I explore the shift towards visual coding tools and how they bridge the gap between design and production code.
Exploring your brand online
I share insights on how businesses can establish and maintain a consistent brand identity in the digital space.
Responsive Design: Beyond the Blog
I discuss how responsive design principles can be applied to complex web applications and non-blog layouts.
Redesigning the Buffer App, part 2
I continue my exploration of a hypothetical redesign for the Buffer app, focusing on deeper interaction details.
Redesigning the Buffer App, part 1
I share my initial thoughts and wireframes for a conceptual redesign of the Buffer app's user interface.
Wire-framing for responsive design
I detail my process for creating flexible wireframes that adapt to various screen sizes and resolutions.
A prototype is worth a thousand words
I explain why interactive prototypes are more effective than static designs for communicating complex ideas.
Web Vs Native Info-graphic
An infographic comparing the pros and cons of web applications versus native mobile apps.
Web sites are NOT posters
I discuss the fundamental differences between print and web design, emphasizing the need for flexibility.
Design Ignorance is Bliss?
I explore whether a lack of formal design training can sometimes lead to more original and unconstrained work.
Please, no more tired analogue metaphors
I argue for moving away from literal skeuomorphism in favor of more native digital design patterns.
