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The real Webflow challenge starts when the client asks for “just one more page.” 👀
One landing page becomes five.
Five pages turn into a full website.
Then the client wants a blog, case studies, service pages, filters, and a CMS their team can manage without calling a developer every week.
This is where the decisions made at the beginning really matter.
When building in Webflow, I think beyond the first version of the website.
I ask myself:
→ Can this layout be reused without duplicating everything?
→ Is the CMS structure flexible enough for future content?
→ Can new pages be added without breaking the design system?
→ Are classes and components organized well enough for another developer to understand?
→ Can the client update content without accidentally ruining the layout?
Because scaling a website shouldn't mean rebuilding it from scratch.
My rule: Don't just build for the content the client has today. Build for the content they'll need tomorrow.
A little planning at the beginning can save hours of development later.
Now I'm curious about the Webflow community:
What's your approach when a client wants to turn a simple website into a much bigger platform?
Do you plan the CMS and components upfront, or build the first version and expand as needed?
#Webflow #WebflowDevelopment #WebDesign #NoCode
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i built a semi-3D interactive website with @Base44 for a Creative Production Studio, called STORM STUDIO,. that drafts 3D Digital unique experience for Brands.
STROM STUDIO specializes indesign, motion, 3D and Technology, working together to turn ambitious ideas into immersive digital experiences.
At STORM STUDIO, We create 3D visual storytelling and interactive web experiences that help brands stand out.
STORM STUDIO - https://stormstudio.base44.app
also, check it out on mobile, to get the full mobile experience
my walkthrough process will be below in my comment section
my walkthrough process
PS; if you opened the STORM STUDIO website on a Mobile phone, Shaking the phone rattles the rubik cubes like a shaken jar.
and,
on PC/DESKTOP, moving the cursor rattles the rubik cubes, also slowly scroll through the home page to have a full experience of the scroll animate effects, etc.
try it out 😊
Building a new portfolio in less than two days? Let's go! 🚀
For the Base44 Challenge, I decided to focus on something close to me... my own website. I wanted to make sure it felt fun, fresh and featured automated elements to make potential clients' lives easier and, in turn, mine.
The website features an interactive colour-changing cursor, a 3D project carousel and a personalised questionnaire that tailors the questions I ask to the specific project a client needs help with.
Client enquiries go straight to my inbox and into a private project portal, where I can review the details and keep all the information handy for follow-ups.
On top of that, I set up a project management system where I can create projects, add tasks and keep track of deadlines. It's fully customisable and easy to use.
Less admin, better briefs, and more time to focus on the creative work. 🙌
This is inspiring! Building a full portfolio in 2 days with automated elements is next level. Love the fun & fresh approach. Congrats on the submission!
I finally updated my personal website, and you can actually "dye" your own canvas on it! 🎨
I've been experimenting with how to bring something physical into a digital space. The idea came from my growing interest in natural dyes and traditional textile-making, which I've been exploring a lot lately.
I designed and built the whole experience in one day using Figma, Claude and Netlify. It's been pretty exciting to see how AI makes ideas that once felt technically out of reach something I can now experiment with and build on my own.
I'm also open to fractional creative director roles, so if you know a team building something meaningful, I'd love to connect!
Come play with it, and please let me know if you find any bugs 🐛
mya-nguyen.com
dyeing your own canvas on a personal site is such a nice idea. most portfolios just sit there, this one lets you play