Design & Prototype Phase

Before writing a single line of code, we design your solution. This iterative approach lets you see exactly what you're getting, provide feedback early, and avoid expensive revisions during development.

Why Design Before Development

Design iterations are 10x cheaper than code changes. Prototyping lets us validate ideas, test user flows, and refine the experience before investing in development. This approach saves time, money, and ensures the final product matches your vision.

10x
Cheaper Than Code Changes
90%
User Validation Rate
0
Surprises at Launch

What We Do

Information Architecture

We structure your content and features in a way that's intuitive for users. Sitemaps, user flows, and navigation patterns ensure easy finding.

Low-Fidelity Wireframing

Basic layouts that focus on structure and content hierarchy without getting distracted by colors and styles. Quick to iterate and refine.

High-Fidelity UI Design

Pixel-perfect designs with your brand colors, typography, and visual style. Every screen, every state, every interaction planned.

Interactive Prototypes

Clickable prototypes that feel like the real app. Test user flows, get stakeholder buy-in, and validate decisions before coding.

Design System & Components

Reusable components (buttons, forms, cards) that ensure consistency and speed up development. Your design language documented.

User Testing & Validation

We test designs with real users to uncover issues early. Better to find problems in design than after launch.

Typical Timeline

2-4 weeks depending on application complexity and number of screens.

Simple apps (5-10 screens): 1-2 weeks
Medium apps (10-25 screens): 2-3 weeks
Complex apps (25+ screens): 3-4 weeks

What You'll Receive

Low & High Fidelity Wireframes
Interactive Figma Prototype
Complete UI Design (All Screens)
Design System & Component Library
User Flows & Sitemaps
Responsive Mockups (Mobile/Tablet/Desktop)
Style Guide (Colors, Fonts, Spacing)
Micro-interactions & Animations
Accessibility Compliance Review
Design Handoff Documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

What tools do you use for design?

We primarily use Figma for collaboration, prototyping, and developer handoff. It allows real-time feedback and easy sharing with stakeholders.

How many iterations do we get?

As many as needed within the design phase. We iterate until you're happy. The goal is to get it right before development starts.

Can we use our existing brand guidelines?

Absolutely! We'll work within your brand or help you create one. Either way, the result will be cohesive and professional.

Do you design for mobile first?

Yes, we design mobile-first when appropriate. This ensures the best experience on small screens, then we scale up for larger devices.

See Your Vision Come to Life

Let's design something beautiful together. You'll see every screen, test every flow, and know exactly what you're getting before we write a single line of code.

Process Flow