Website Design & development

Margarita Athanasopoulou

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About this service

Summary

My goal is to create a website that not only aligns with your brand's identity but also effectively communicates your message, engages your audience, and meets your business goals. Whether it's a personal blog, a portfolio website, a business site, or an e-commerce platform, I'm here to bring your vision to life on the digital canvas.

Process

1.Project Discovery and Planning:

Define project goals, objectives, and target audience.

Conduct research on industry trends, competitors, and user preferences.

Establish project scope, timeline, and budget.

2. Gathering Requirements:

Conduct interviews or workshops to understand your vision, brand identity, and specific requirements.

Gather content, such as text, images, and multimedia assets, that will be used in the design.

3. Information Architecture and Wireframing:

Create a sitemap outlining the structure of the website and its various sections/pages.

Develop wireframes to sketch out the layout and organization of content on each page, focusing on functionality and user experience rather than visual design.

4.Visual Design:

Develop the visual identity of the website, including colors, typography, imagery, and UI elements.

Create mockups or high-fidelity designs based on the wireframes, incorporating the visual design elements.

5. Feedback and Iteration:

Present the initial designs for feedback and review.

Incorporate feedback and make necessary revisions to the designs.

Repeat the feedback loop as needed until the designs meet the expectations and requirements.

6. Prototyping and Interaction Design:

Create interactive prototypes to demonstrate the functionality and user flow of the website.

Test the prototypes internally and gather feedback from the project team.

7. Usability Testing:

Conduct usability testing with representative users to identify any usability issues or areas for improvement.

Analyze the results of usability testing and make adjustments to the design as necessary.

8. Finalization and Approval:

Finalize the designs based on feedback and usability testing results.

Obtain approval on the final designs before proceeding to development.

9. Handoff to Development:

Prepare design assets and documentation for handoff to the development team.

Provide developers with design specifications, style guides, and other necessary resources to guide implementation.

10. Quality Assurance and Testing:

Collaborate with developers to ensure that the design is faithfully implemented and functions correctly across different devices and browsers.

Conduct thorough testing to identify and resolve any bugs or issues.

11. Launch:

Deploy the website to the production environment.

Monitor the website closely during the initial launch phase to address any unforeseen issues quickly.

12. Post-Launch Support:

Provide support with the website and make any necessary updates or adjustments.

Offer ongoing maintenance and support services as needed to ensure the long-term success of the website.

What's included

User Flows
Diagrams illustrating the paths users take through the website or app to accomplish specific tasks or goals
Wireframes
Create the basic layouts outlining the structure of each page or screen, focusing on placement of elements and functionality
Mockups
Create visual representations of the final design, including colors, typography, and imagery.
Interactive Prototypes
Prototypes with click through different screens or pages to experience the flow and interaction of the design.
Style Guide
A document outlining the design elements used in the project, including color schemes, typography, iconography, and UI components
Design Assets
All design files, including source files for graphics, icons, and other visual elements used in the project.
Responsive Design
Designs for all screens adapted in different sizes for desktops, tablets and phones.
Usability Testing Reports
If usability testing was conducted during the design process, you may receive reports summarizing the findings and recommendations for improvements.