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Ticksy was a working app. It just wasn't making money.
Most apps don't fail because the code is bad. They fail because they look generic, do too little, and never convert. That's exactly where Ticksy was: a functional MVP with no brand, limited scope, and zero revenue.
Here's what changed when we treated it as a product, not just a build:
A brand that sells. Full redesign that turns first impressions into retention. Every screen, every interaction, every micro-animation was rebuilt to feel premium.
More reasons to stay. A new Notes feature widened the use case and pushed daily usage. The app went from "task list" to "daily command center."
Revenue from day one. Monetization built into the experience without degrading it. Subscriptions, premium features, and a paywall that feels fair.
Ready for the market. Fully prepared to ship on Google Play and the App Store. Not "almost ready." Actually ready.
We took it from prototype to a polished, revenue-ready product without rewriting what already worked.
Before vs. After: see the difference below.
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The challenge was to avoid the typical portfolio formula and create something that communicates personality within the first few seconds.
The direction
→ Bold editorial typography
→ Strong personal photography
→ Minimal black-and-white foundation
→ Warm orange accent for CTAs
→ Simple, structured navigation
→ Clear positioning as a product designer
→ A portfolio experience that feels like a personal brand
The idea was to make the website feel confident without being complicated.
Rather than leading with a long introduction, the hero immediately communicates who Meriot is, what he does, and where the visitor should go next.
Nice design broooo
Really clean and polished app design! The booking flow looks intuitive and the overall UI feels modern and easy to use. 👏
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The harder design question wasn't the interface it was building something that feels personal to two very different life stages without splitting into two products.
Anyone else designed for an audience that spans generations in one build? Curious how you handled the tone split. Check it out.
this is sooooo dreamy, i love the collectible aspect you've incorporated!
