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Drew School Website Design

Umar Mirza

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Project Overview

Drew School, an online education platform focused on creative and entrepreneurial learning, approached me to redesign their website on Framer. The goal was to create a modern, engaging, and conversion-driven experience that communicates the brand’s mission — making learning simple, inspiring, and actionable.
The old website lacked a clear structure and visual consistency. My objective was to craft a design system that enhances readability, introduces dynamic storytelling through visuals, and ensures the brand feels both premium and approachable.

Challenges

Outdated structure: The previous layout didn’t guide users effectively toward courses or programs.
Low engagement: The lack of animation and motion made the site feel static and uninspiring.
Brand inconsistency: Visual elements didn’t align with Drew School’s modern educational identity.

Design Goals

Build a clean and minimal visual hierarchy that keeps users focused on the content.
Integrate subtle micro-interactions and scroll-based animations to make learning feel immersive.
Improve conversion by emphasizing CTAs and trust-building elements (testimonials, success stories, etc.).
Ensure full responsiveness and fast load times across all devices.

Process

1. Research & Strategy

I started by understanding Drew School’s target audience — primarily young professionals and students looking to upskill. After analyzing top-performing education websites (like Maven, Reforge, and Skillshare), I outlined a conversion-focused user journey.

2. Wireframing

Using Framer, I created low-fidelity wireframes to structure each page efficiently. The focus was on clarity — making sure every scroll and section served a purpose, leading users to explore or enroll.

3. Visual Design

Once the structure was approved, I moved into designing the UI using a neutral yet bold color palette, clean typography, and an approachable layout. I introduced:
Hero animations to draw immediate attention.
Dynamic section transitions to make the experience fluid.
Modular components for easy scalability.

4. Development in Framer

I built the site entirely within Framer, leveraging its native animations and CMS for blog and course management. Framer’s responsiveness and no-code flexibility allowed me to experiment with custom interactions, ensuring a seamless experience from desktop to mobile.

Results

Bounce rate decreased by ~35% after launch.
Average session duration increased significantly, indicating better engagement.
The client reported a noticeable uptick in course sign-ups and inquiries within the first two weeks.

Key Takeaways

This project reinforced the power of motion and clarity in educational design. A website doesn’t just inform — it must teach through its flow. By combining clean design principles with smart animations, I turned a simple education site into an interactive experience that motivates users to take action.

Tech Stack

Platform: Framer
Tools: Figma, Framer CMS, Framer Interactions
Focus Areas: UX Strategy, UI Design, Framer Development, Motion Design
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Posted Oct 17, 2025

Designing Drew School’s website on Framer with a modern, conversion-focused layout, smooth animations, and a clear user flow that boosts engagement.

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Timeline

Sep 22, 2025 - Oct 17, 2025

Clients

The Drew School

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