Let’s face it—hiring a UI/UX designer can feel a bit like stepping into uncharted territory. It’s exciting, yes, but also full of questions: What does the process look like? How long will it take? Will I end up with something I love?
The good news? The design process isn’t a mystery—it’s a roadmap. In this article, I’ll walk you through the typical steps so you know exactly what to expect when collaborating with a UI/UX designer.
Spoiler alert: It’s less about pixels and more about solving your users’ problems.
Next up: wireframes. These are like the skeleton of your design—a simple, black-and-white layout showing where everything goes.
Wireframes help us focus on functionality before we get distracted by color palettes and button styles. You’ll see how your product flows, how users will interact with it, and whether we’re on the right track.
💬 Common Concern: “Why does it look so plain?”
That’s intentional! Wireframes are about usability, not visuals. The “pretty” part comes later.
Here’s where the magic happens: I’ll take the wireframe and layer on the visual design—color schemes, typography, animations, and imagery.
This is where your brand’s personality shines through. Whether your vibe is playful or professional, modern or retro, the design will reflect it.
Expect a couple of iterations here. Your input is crucial to fine-tune the design and ensure it aligns with your vision.
A prototype is an interactive mockup of the final design. You can click around, navigate between screens, and experience the product as if it were live.
This stage bridges the gap between static visuals and the real deal. It’s also a great way to catch any usability hiccups before we hand it off to development.
After implementation or prototype, I’ll package everything for handoff or final tweaks. This includes:
For websites, I’ll ensure your Webflow or WordPress site is live and functional. For games, I’ll confirm that all UI assets are performing seamlessly within the engine.
You, as the client, can choose how far you’d like to take the process. If you need just the prototype for your own development team to implement, that’s perfectly fine! If you’d prefer me to handle the full implementation—whether it’s integrating assets into Unity or building the website in Webflow or WordPress—I can do that too. It’s your call.
🌟 “It was smoother than I expected!”
🌟 “I felt involved without being overwhelmed.”
🌟 “I finally understand how design impacts my business.”
When done right, the design process isn’t just about creating a product—it’s about collaboration, clarity, and trust.