👀 Design work in growing companies

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5 minutes

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12th January

Maria

Gabrowska

For a long time, design work is about *making things better*. Clearer layouts. Cleaner flows. Stronger visuals. Better usability. In small teams or early-stage companies, this works incredibly well. Good execution moves the needle fast. And what's next? Read and find out!

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🎯 Why most designers fix the wrong problems and how diagnosis changes everything

Most designers know this scenario too well. A client says the website isn’t converting, so you jump into Figma, refine the layout, sharpen the hierarchy and rewrite the hero. It feels productive, because you’re fixing something concrete. Yet halfway through, the design looks better, but nothing about the core problem has changed. And that’s usually because the issue never lived in the UI.

🎨 Colour Psychology in UX Design and Branding

You’ve probably had that moment in Figma where you’re paralysed between two shades of blue, wondering which one will “feel right.” Truth is, those decisions aren’t just aesthetic – they can shape how much people trust your design. This is the psychology of colour: a curious cocktail of neuroscience, cultural baggage, and practical design principles. And it’s the reason branding agencies charge eye-watering sums to get it right.

🙌 What UX/UI Can Learn from Play and Digital Identity – Lessons from AR and Experimental Design

When we talk about UX/UI, we often focus on grids, flows, and usability. These are essential, but some of the most interesting design insights come from curiosity and play. Experimenting with AR and digital identity shows how designers can create experiences that are both functional and emotionally engaging. In this article, we’ll explore practical lessons that can help you design more flexible, creative, and user-centred interfaces.

🤝 When a ‘quick call’ won’t cut it – do you design your meetings?

How’s your calendar looking? Packed with back-to-back meetings, or do you live by the rule “if it can be an email, it should be”? Interestingly, many professionals across Europe believe that meetings are essential for maintaining good communication and building stronger team relationships. Face-to-face conversations – or well-structured online sessions – often help create a sense of connection and collaboration. But there’s another side to the story. The biggest pain points? Overlong meetings with no clear plan. So, how can we fix this? One solution that works surprisingly well is running design or strategy workshops instead of traditional meetings.

👀 What should Designers know about coding?

Designers from traditional print backgrounds understand how vital it is to know the tools – from CMYK and Pantone to printing techniques – to create flawless results. Similarly, in digital design, understanding code is key to crafting effective and beautiful websites. Just like offset printing demands technical knowledge, web design benefits from thinking like a developer. Bridging the gap between analogue and digital starts with learning how the underlying tech shapes the final product.

💡 How AI works + writing better prompts

Artificial intelligence is shifting from being a shiny novelty to something more mature and useful. Sure, some of its latest tricks still impress us, but most of us no longer react with amazement to every new feature. We’re now at a point where AI is actually becoming a practical tool – making our lives and work a little easier. And if you’re wondering how it really works and how it can support you as a designer, this blog post’s for you. ⭐

🤖 The power of AI in UX/UI design

This time we’re having a closer look at how AI can support your work as a designer. It can help you get started when you're stuck, offer fresh ideas, and speed things up when time’s tight. More and more, it’s becoming part of the everyday designer’s toolkit. 🔨

🚩 Client red flags in Design

In this blogpost, we’ll discuss client behaviours that often indicate a difficult and ultimately unproductive collaboration. Spotting these early on can help you step away before things go south. 💀 Can you say no to clients? ✋ If not, it’s time to learn. This skill is especially useful when you notice one of these red flags. 👇

🤯 How to make offers without losing your sanity?

This time, we’re diving into the world of proposals – quotes, rates, negotiations… It’s good to be mates in spirit, but sharp with the numbers. So how on earth do you tackle this (oh-so-tricky!) subject? 🙅‍♀️ We’ve prepared ✋ (yes, that’s five) tips to help you bring some structure to your approach to proposals. We hope you’re hungry because this post is packed with some proper food for thought!

✌️+👆 Top 3 web design mistakes

They say that the only people who never make mistakes are those who never do anything. Luckily, you can learn from other people’s mistakes and save yourself a lot of time and stress. This time, we’re diving into some common web design blunders to help you avoid them. ✨

✋ Digital Designer who? Learn these 5 skills

The autumn vibes have officially taken over. But today, we’re flipping the script and taking over! Today’s topic is as crisp and juicy as an autumn apple – digital designer skills. 🍎 Take a bite, or rather, dive into the read. 🥸

☝️ About Jobs To Be Done

This time, we’re going to talk about Jobs To Be Done (JTBD) – a valuable tool for those working in digital product development. How can Product Managers and designers use Jobs to be Done to identify benefits for their users? And what exactly is JTBD in the first place? As a PM, your job isn’t just about creating cool, good-looking products, but also ensuring they genuinely serve your customers and contribute to your company’s business goals. And this leads to two important questions. First, why are your customers using your product in the first place? And second – how can you make it easier for them? Let's talk more about it!

🧩 TOP 10 Figma Plugins

In the field of user interface design, Figma is the most popular tool. Are you using it at work and looking for new ways to create even better and more efficiently? Perfect! We have a list of the top 10 plugins for you—at least in our humble opinion. Dive in and take a look!

🤓 How to prioritize in projects? The RICE method

We’ve been diving deep into design lately, but now it’s time to shift gears and look at things from a product management perspective. The question is—how do we bring those brilliant design ideas to life while keeping our goals and users in mind? 🎯 Let’s get started! ❤️

☯️ Synergy in Design - UX and UI

UX, UI, and interaction design are key fields in creating digital products. Interested in a career as a UX Designer or UI Designer? It's a fantastic choice for those with a passion for technology, a strong aesthetic sense, and a great deal of empathy. This career is also about constantly acquiring new skills. In this article, we'll dive into UX and UI design, answering the most common questions from newcomers to the industry — all from a Design Practice perspective!

🎨 TOP 5 Pro tips on UI Design

Are you interested in designing digital interfaces? Curious about the golden rules of a seasoned UI designer with over a decade of experience? Tired of graphic design and looking for tips to guide your future development? If so, we invite you to read on! 🤌🏻

🔥 What's new at Figma? Figma Config 2024 Summary

The end of June is the time for the Figma Config conference, where all the new features were presented, making our work more convenient and productive. Once again, the Figma team did not disappoint, unveiling a significant amount of exciting features! ⭐️

🧑‍💻 How to find a job as a Junior UX Designer

The job market in the IT sector is booming, attracting many candidates. UX/UI Design is increasingly popular. “I've completed a course, built my portfolio, but still can't find a job” — sound familiar? Read on to discover how you can find a job as a Junior UX/UI Designer.

👀 Accessibility in UX: Data, tips, and… AI!

Today, we’d like to share a few thoughts on accessibility, a super important topic in digital design, especially when it comes to creating websites. We've prepared some statistics and protips, so don't hesitate and dive in!

🖐️ 5 Web design tips to elevate your website

Every web designer aims to create user-friendly products. This is quite a challenge, especially at the beginning of the design process! Are you looking for ideas to improve the appearance of your interfaces? Elevate your web design to a new, higher level. Let’s have a chat and learn how to design aesthetically pleasing and functional websites. 🧑‍💻

🤸‍♂️ Responsive Web Design as… Elastigirl?

Having a website that adapts seamlessly to various devices is not just a luxury – it's a necessity. Imagine your website as Elastigirl from "The Incredibles," stretching and shrinking to provide the perfect fit on any screen. 🌟 In this post, we'll explore the importance of making your website as flexible as Elastigirl, ensuring an optimal viewing experience for users on smartphones, tablets, laptops, and desktops. Let’s dive into the world of responsive web design and discover how to create a website that’s ready for any device! 🚀

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👀 Design work in growing companies

🎯 Why most designers fix the wrong problems and how diagnosis changes everything

🎨 Colour Psychology in UX Design and Branding

🙌 What UX/UI Can Learn from Play and Digital Identity – Lessons from AR and Experimental Design

🤝 When a ‘quick call’ won’t cut it – do you design your meetings?

👀 What should Designers know about coding?

💡 How AI works + writing better prompts

🤖 The power of AI in UX/UI design

🚩 Client red flags in Design

🤯 How to make offers without losing your sanity?

✌️+👆 Top 3 web design mistakes

✋ Digital Designer who? Learn these 5 skills

☝️ About Jobs To Be Done

🧩 TOP 10 Figma Plugins

🤓 How to prioritize in projects? The RICE method

☯️ Synergy in Design - UX and UI

🎨 TOP 5 Pro tips on UI Design

🔥 What's new at Figma? Figma Config 2024 Summary

🧑‍💻 How to find a job as a Junior UX Designer

👀 Accessibility in UX: Data, tips, and… AI!

🖐️ 5 Web design tips to elevate your website

🤸‍♂️ Responsive Web Design as… Elastigirl?

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