Julie

Julie

📱 Accessibility apps you need to know about 📱

In today’s digital era, technology serves as a powerful tool in breaking down barriers and promoting inclusion for individuals with disabilities. The emergence of accessibility apps has revolutionised the way people with diverse needs, such as visual impairments, mobility limitations,…

📜 A brief history of UX design

Introduction User Experience or UX design is more than just creating visually appealing interfaces; it’s about crafting seamless, intuitive experiences for a diverse range of users. UX isn’t a recent concept. Its history can be traced back to ancient philosophies,…

🔵 Why are all brand logos blue? 🔵

In the vast landscape of corporate logos, colour play a pivotal role in conveying messages, evoking emotions, and establishing brand identity. Over the years, there have been many studies that have shed light on intriguing patterns, uncovering the dominance of…

✏️ Design systems and accessibility ♿

The recent announcement of Adobe’s Spectrum 2, with a notable emphasis on accessibility and inclusivity, brings to the forefront a crucial aspect of design systems that calls for some reflection. The question raised is not only pertinent but also underscores…

👀 A quick look inside the UX toolkit 🛠️

Introduction As the saying goes, you’re “only as good as your tools.” For us Product or UX Designers, having the right set of tools is crucial. These tools help us with our daily tasks, such as creating wireframes, conducting research,…

🍪 A bitesize guide to creating user personas

User personas are a commonly used approach in the field of product design and development. They provide valuable insights into the needs, behaviours, and preferences of different user groups. While there have been discussions about the effectiveness of personas and…

♿ Accessibility Design and Mental Models

Disabled parking spaces There is a sports club near where I live that recently renovated their car park. They changed the layout and repainted the spaces. However, when it came to repainting the disabled parking spaces, something was off. First,…