From Mockup to Market: My End-to-End Product Design Process
A detailed breakdown of my iterative design methodology, from initial research to final handoff, with practical tips for designers at every stage.
Hey, I'm Emma Thompson UX/UI Designer
I craft intuitive digital experiences where design meets functionality. Based in Boston, bringing ideas to life through code and creativity.
About Me
As a UX/UI designer and front-end developer with 6 years of experience, I leverage my Boston University Interactive Design degree to craft user-centered digital experiences.
My approach blends creative strategy with technical expertise, transforming concepts into functional, purposeful digital products that seamlessly integrate design and technology.
Work Experience
Latest Articles
Some of my recent thoughts
The Psychology of Color in UI Design
Exploring how strategic color choices can influence user behavior, evoke emotions, and enhance the overall user experience of digital products.
How I Built My Design System from Scratch
A practical guide to creating your own design system, from initial audit to implementation, and the lessons learned along the way.
Emma's approach to UX design completely transformed our product. She has a rare ability to balance beautiful aesthetics with functional simplicity. The redesign not only looked better, but it reduced our customer support tickets by 40% and increased conversion rates across all key metrics.
Sarah Chen
Product Director at Bloom Finance
Working with Emma was the best decision we made for our startup. She didn't just deliver designs—she challenged our assumptions, conducted thorough user research, and created an experience that truly resonated with our audience. Her technical knowledge of front-end development meant the handoff to our engineering team was seamless.
Michael Rodriguez
Co-founder of Wavelength Music
Emma stands out in her ability to translate complex sustainability data into intuitive interfaces. Her work on EcoTrack wasn't just visually stunning—it fundamentally changed how our users interact with environmental information. She approaches each problem with both creativity and analytical rigor, which is exactly what we needed.
Dr. Aisha Johnson
Chief Innovation Officer at GreenTech Solutions
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about my process and services.
I specialize in UX/UI design and front-end development. This includes user research, wireframing, interactive prototyping, creating intuitive user interfaces, building responsive websites and web applications (especially with Vue.js/Nuxt.js), and developing design systems. My goal is to create seamless digital experiences from concept to deployment.
My process is collaborative and iterative, typically involving stages like Discovery & Research, Ideation & Prototyping, User Testing, Visual Design, and close collaboration with development teams during implementation. I tailor the process based on project needs, always focusing on user-centered solutions.
Absolutely! I enjoy working with startups to help shape their product vision and create user-friendly interfaces from the ground up. I can adapt my process to fit the fast-paced startup environment.