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Architecture takes time. 🏴
Spent the week deep in the grids, focusing on Visual Engineering over social noise. If the foundation isn't logic-driven, it isn't KindofBrand.
Transmission resumes tomorrow. ⚡️
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Designer thinking: "Make it beautiful"
Developer thinking: "Make it functional"
Strategist thinking: "Make it convert"
You need all three. In that order.
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One month after launching my new portfolio, I’m redesigning it. Here’s why.
I published a site I was proud of (1st photo). It was visually striking and leaned into my graphic design roots. I followed good practices, but after reviewing the analytics, the numbers proved my approach wrong.
It was a tough pill to swallow, but it reminded me: evolution happens when your brain does the work, not your ego. My design was loud, fighting for attention instead of showcasing the work. So I started over.
I pivoted to a simpler interface (2nd photo). I stripped heavy graphics, shifted to lighter tones, and focused on UI/UX. The goal was a clear structure, letting my projects speak for themselves.
I’m putting the finishing touches on this minimal version.
Design is an infinite process. We test, we learn, we drop our egos, and we iterate.
Love this mindset.
That transition from “visually proud” → “performance-aware” is where real product thinking begins. Analytics often tell a very different story than aesthetics.
Curious what patterns stood out most.
Swapping 2D grids for 3D depth this week. 📐✨
This week, I would be working on some immersive 3D visuals for a landing page that’s going to be a total game-changer.
There’s something special about making a web interface feel like a tangible space.
Excited to see this one come together! 🛠️
Awesome, Spline have made the 3d work a alot easier and less scary for designers. Its in my wishlist to master too
how's your experience with this soo far?
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