Introductory Questions

• Name: Russell Peng, Major: Communication Design & PNP, Year: Junior
• I have a background in graphic design. I want to use this class as an opportunity to supplement my knowledge in computer science to aid my future career in UIUX.
• I have taken a coursea course that touch on html/css.
• I hope to gain confidence in creating interactive website from scratch.
• In designing for paper, the product has a set dimensionality. For example, whether the end poster is an A4 or an A5. However, on the screen, the dimensionality varies by the dimension of the device the user is using, which creates a new variable that the designer has to consider.
• Apple.com exemplifies an effective design. The pages are minimalistic, with little to no color variation. However, through the use of scale and variation in layout, Apple achieved hierarchy and visual interest throughout their page, capturing customer's attention while communicating their products.

  Apple

• Commencal's website is an example of effective communication. Despite their design feeling generic, their information organization is especially efficient. At the top, they show the most important bike they are selling. Moving down, they have all the bikes they sell laid out in a carousel format. And finally, there are sponsored videos at the bottom to build your trust in the brand.

  Commencal

• Unseen Studio's website is an immersive experience that makes it easy for viewers to access their project and creates a visual treat while doing so. One thing that makes this website stand out is that every interaction feels cohesive. Rather than feeling like you are switching from page to page, Unseen creates a smooth and cohesive transition between all interactions, creating a unique yet intuitive user experience.

  Unseen