A personal arsenal of battle-tested UI design strategies. This playbook gathers the tools and methods I use to turn complex problems into simple, impactful solutions.
These principles guide the design of user interfaces, ensuring they are intuitive, accessible, and consistent.
The interface should be clear and easy to understand. Users should be able to predict the outcome of their actions.
Learn moreConsistent interfaces allow users to develop usage patterns. They feel more predictable and are easier to learn.
Learn moreInterfaces should be efficient to use. Optimize for the most common tasks and reduce friction.
Learn moreAesthetic design is perceived as easier to use. Good visual design builds trust and makes the product feel professional.
Learn moreA consistent color palette is essential for brand recognition and visual harmony. It guides users' attention and indicates interactivity.
The core brand colors used for primary actions, active states, and key visual elements to ensure brand recognition.
Learn moreA range of grays, whites, and blacks used for text, backgrounds, and structural elements to maintain content hierarchy.
Learn moreFunctional colors that communicate status and feedback, such as success, warning, error, and information.
Learn moreA dark theme alternative that reduces eye strain in low-light environments and saves battery life on OLED screens.
Learn moreTypography establishes hierarchy and ensures content is readable. It sets the tone of the interface.
Select a distinct typeface for headings to establish personality, and a clean sans-serif for body text to ensure readability.
Learn moreA predefined set of font sizes ensures consistency and clear hierarchy across the application.
Learn moreOptimized line heights and line lengths prevent eye strain and make long-form content easier to digest.
Learn moreStick to a limited set of weights, typically Regular (400) for body text and Bold (700) for headings, to maintain clear hierarchy.
Learn moreA consistent layout and grid system is the foundation of a well-designed UI. It provides structure, rhythm, and a guide for placing elements on the screen.
A consistent spacing scale creates visual rhythm. Using a base unit (like 4px or 8px) makes the UI easier to scan and build.
Learn moreA defined grid system helps create consistent and responsive layouts across all devices and screen sizes.
Learn moreDefine a set of responsive breakpoints to ensure designs adapt gracefully to different screen sizes.
Learn moreUse centered containers with max-widths to keep content readable and focused on ultra-wide screens.
Learn moreComponents are the reusable building blocks of our design system. They ensure consistency and help us build faster.
Buttons are used to trigger actions. They should clearly communicate what will happen when the user clicks them.
Learn moreForms are used to collect information from users. They should be easy to understand and use.
Learn moreIcons are a powerful way to communicate meaning and save space. They should be used consistently and thoughtfully.
A curated library of icons to be used throughout the product. This ensures consistency and a shared visual language.
Learn moreClear guidelines on when and how to use icons, including size, color, and placement.
Learn moreEnsure icon stroke widths and styles (like rounded caps) match the geometry and weight of your chosen typeface.
Learn moreInteraction design is about creating a conversation between the user and the product. It's about how things move, feel, and respond to user input.
Small, delightful animations that provide feedback and make the UI feel alive.
Learn moreGuidelines for creating smooth, purposeful animations that enhance the user experience.
Learn moreProviding clear and timely feedback to users is crucial for a good user experience.
Learn moreDefine clear visual states for interactive elements (hover, active, disabled, focused) to communicate usability.
Learn moreDesigning for accessibility means designing for everyone. It's about creating interfaces that can be used by people with a wide range of abilities.
Following the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) to ensure our products are accessible to all.
Learn moreUsing HTML elements for their intended purpose to improve accessibility and SEO.
Learn moreEnsure sufficient color contrast between text and backgrounds to guarantee readability for users with visual impairments.
Learn moreEnsure all interactive elements are reachable and operable using a keyboard, including visible focus indicators.
Learn moreA smooth handoff process is crucial for ensuring that the final product matches the design vision. It's about clear communication and providing developers with everything they need.
A checklist of everything that needs to be prepared and delivered to developers before implementation begins.
Learn moreProviding detailed specifications for spacing, colors, typography, and other design details.
Learn moreMaintain clear versioning of design files to ensure developers are always working from the latest source of truth.
Learn morePrepare and export all necessary graphical assets in the required formats (SVG, PNG, WebP) and resolutions.
Learn moreA curated list of tools, plugins, and articles to help you work smarter, not harder.
A list of recommended Figma plugins for improving workflow and automating tedious tasks.
Learn moreA collection of articles and books on UI design, design systems, and accessibility.
Learn moreMethodology for storing design decisions as platform-agnostic data variables.
Learn moreCurated sources for UI patterns and visual inspiration to jumpstart the creative process.
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