zeroonetwenty - interface design & front-end code
April 2010
zeroonetwenty is the home of a successful Mac and iPhone software developer.
He approached me in February this year looking for a new web presence. I jumped at the opportunity to work on a Mac-based project.
I designed the new interface, hand-coded the HTML and CSS specifically for Mac (beware IE users) then installed and customised Wordpress to run it all.
The client and I are really happy with the outcome, and I hope it gives their already popular software a boost.
"Really impressive stuff. I couldn't be happier with it. ... I'm really thrilled with this. You've changed a process that was difficult and unpleasant into a task which is - dare I say it - fun. I'm actually looking forward to managing my website now."
Ross, zeroonetwenty
Navigator PF - interface design & front-end code
february 2010
Having already completed several projects for the management team, Navigator Project Finance commissioned me to re-design and develop their public website.
They wanted a fresh start, a modern interface and a new Content Management System. Drupal was chosen for this project.
My role was to re-design the site, create the HMTL and CSS, commission and manage the (talented) Drupal developer and migrate all content.
This significant project took a few months to complete – and the client is happy.
"We love the new website!", "...the site is very good now!" Nick Crawley.
NSWTF - interface design & front-end code
february 2010
APT Solutions approached me (yet again) to design and hand-code the templates for the New South Wales Teacher's Federation.
This member's only site is an important resource for union representatives in New South Wales.
After many revisions, we finally settled on a strong, contemporary interface (login screen pictured).
My design and hand-coded templates are now in the UK being applied to their CMS.
NSWNA - interface design & front-end code
october 2009
APT Solutions approached me to design and hand-code the templates for a new public website for the New South Wales Nurses' Association.
I met the client (along with APT Solutions) and extended an already well-defined brief.
I delivered three concepts over several iterations, and we finally settled on what I believed was the strongest design.
I then converted those designs into HTML and CSS for key templates – to be used by their .NET development team.
I have since been commissioned by APT Solutions for a design & code project for the NSW Teachers Federation.
iReward - logo, interface design & front-end code
october 2009
iReward is a brand-new social-networking and loyalty web site for Australians. They reward their users with prizes and cash in return for their opinions and marketing activities.
I was referred to iReward from a previous contact and was immediately contracted to design their brand (logo and collateral).
This then turned into a large website design project with over 30 wireframes and key screens!
I then set about creating the HTML and CSS for their ".NET" powered site (even doing a few hours in Visual Studio myself - fair bit of that over the years).
The iReward team is a nice, genuine bunch of people looking to create a generous business.
fimodo - logo design, code & interface design
august 2009
Fimodo is an independent financial modeling blog for the practitioners in this field.
I was approached by the Fimodo team via a referral from an existing customer of mine (nice).
My job was to design the brand for this new entity, design the interface, then manage the build and install in Wordpress.
I was able to pull together a few Wordpress experts to add some in-depth mods.
I have now been commissioned for another two projects with this team, and they have referred me to another client – couldn't ask for more :)
emotum - interface design & front-end code
may 2009
Emotum is a world-class software company creating installation and connection management software for the telecom industry.
I was hired to design and build the new Emotum corporate website.
Firstly, we all sat down to clarify the new site's direction, content and goals. Those results became the project's blueprint.
I designed all site pages and content – incorporating the existing iconography and brand.
We worked through through several iterations before settling on an energetic, relaxed interface.
I have now been commissioned to re-design their project management tool...
somedays - front-end code & wordpress setup
march 2009
somedays is a nordic fashion house and contemporary art gallery in Surry Hills, Sydney.
They are very cool (i'm not btw – I know you weren't wondering). You should head out to their store-slash-gallery.
somedays contacted me (via a referral) and asked me to build their website and online store. They needed to be able to update it themselves.
They already had the interface design & graphics (the banners are great).
I was able to follow the designers lead and build a functioning, updateable site within the time allowed. Nearly all the site content has been added by the somedays team.
The online store is in development now, and will be live soon – so warm up your credit card...
O'Kane Internet Consultancy - logo & interface design
february 2009
O'Kane is an internet consultancy company focused on advanced website performance and measurement services. Some big corporate names rely on their broad range of skills.
O'Kane approached me to re-design their brand and website. Their existing material was not reflecting their actual talent, and they felt a more professional presence would increase sales.
I developed a logo, created business cards & stationary, designed a new process diagram and created several templates for their new website.
O'Kane used an internal team to convert the interface designs into a functioning website (so what you see online is not 'mine' as such).
"Thanks for doing a great job!"
Renee Rimington, O'Kane Marketing
LouLou Shoes - interface design & front-end code
october 2008
LouLou is a boutique fashion label specialising in women's shoes. I have been working with LouLou Shoes for nearly two years.
Originally we produced a brochure site and an email marketing campaign. LouLou Shoes is now a fully fledged ecommerce site that the client can maintain and administer.
I was responsible for the interface design, front-end code and shopping cart installation & customisation. A fun project.
If pumps, slides and slingbacks mean something to you – visit louloushoes.com
GamersCockpit - logo, interface design and all code
december 2008
GamersCockpit designs, manufactures, sells and hires driving simulators. These racing seat and frame packages are bundled with games, steering wheels & pedals, consols / computers and sound systems. This is serious fun (for those who enjoy driving).
A few years back I designed the GamersCockpit logo and helped produce their first website.
They re-engaged me to design and build a new site that allowed them to update all content and sell products online.
I pulled together and customised Wordpress for the content and CubeCart for ecommerce.
GamersCockpit now maintains their site and sells products direct to the public. This new site looks the goods and has increased company turnover... and that's great.
CITIZEN Watches - interface design & front-end code
august 2008
Working closely with CKWEB, I re-designed the new CITIZEN Watches websites for Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.
CKWEB took care of client relations, the backend and Javascript and the initial HTML/CSS coding. The design, graphics and final CSS touches were my responsibility.
CKWEB and I spent plenty of time fine-tuning functionality and design to improve usability and support the business requirements.
I particularly like the Find your Watch page (for it's speed), the watch images (crisp & hi-res), the footer and Instruction Manuals page.
Chris and I were honored to be shortlisted for the 2008 McFarlane Prize for this project.
Syncplicity goes live - logo, interface design & code
april 2008
Syncplicity, Inc. a start-up in San Francisco first contacted me to design a new logo. They were impressed with the result, so hired me to design their new website - ready for a global launch in April 2008.
I provided all the HTML and CSS - ready for them to plug into their .NET project.
They have since hired me to extend their site, design & build all of their customer HTML emails and design printed business cards.
Syncplicity are a great client, and it's a super product (real-time multi-computer backup and sharing) - you should give it a look-see. Now featured on DesignShack.co.uk
IdeaSearch – logo & interface design
april 2008
Client: CKWEB
IdeaSearch (a product from VAVAVOOM) needed an overhaul. It required a new brand, style and position due to a change in business needs.
I wanted to keep the interface as simple as possible. Minimal graphics, clean design.
This is essentially a search tool, so it needs to be quick. As more products come online - the light interface will help reduce latency.
CKWEB handled all the front-end code and development for the project.
Department of Education - front-end code project
february 2008
The Department of Education and Training contracted me for several weeks as a front-end coder for a large state-wide schools project. They were a professional bunch, and while my part was only small, I was happy to be part of the action. I worked on a few prototypes and final HTML and CSS code for the admin system.