UX Gaps

Every great layout starts with the frame, the container that holds your entire design. This choice shapes how your layout adapts and feels across different screen sizes. Get this right, and everything else flows smoothly. Get it wrong, and layout issues can quickly snowball. How Do You Determine The Right Size? This depends on whether you're working on an existing product or starting from scratch. If you're working on a redesign or existing product: Check the live site to get a sense of the current layout width. Ask your stakeholder, developer, or design lead if there's a defined system or set of breakpoints. Look through any existing design files; you might find a consistent frame size already in use. If you're a freelancer or working with limited information: Go back to your stakeholder or client and ask: "Is there a specific screen size or layout width I should be designing for?" If you don't get a clear answer, don't panic; use the context of the p...

You’ve just landed your first freelance gig or been given the responsibility to lead a new project at work. There’s excitement, but also that moment of uncertainty. How do you start? What grid system should you use? How many columns should your grid have? What about margins and gutters? And most importantly, what size screen should you be designing for? If you're like many new designers, you might be tempted to default to the tried-and-true 12-column grid, the one you learned in your bootcamp or that you’ve used in the past.  But as soon as you start your project, more questions arise: Is the 12-column grid the best choice? How do you determine the margins and gutters? What size should each column be? The options can feel overwhelming, but this is a key moment where understanding grids will set you apart as a designer. The Importance of Grids  Grids are the backbone of a well-structured design. They ensure consistency, balance, and alignment across the entire layout. When done...

 You’ve been putting in the work, and just as you’re about to link everything together for your high-fidelity prototype, it hits you: something’s missing. The task flows aren’t complete. Key screens are still absent. That initial excitement? It quickly turns into panic. This kind of moment is common among newer or junior designers, especially those who weren’t taught the value of mid-fidelity wireframes, or worse, those who were advised to skip the step altogether. But bypassing mid-fi isn’t a minor misstep. It can lead to rework, wasted time, missed deadlines, and frustrated teams. And if you’re freelancing or the solo designer on a tight-budget project? It can cost you trust or even future work. Mid-fidelity wireframes give your project a solid foundation. They help you catch gaps in logic, test user flows early, and make critical changes before you’ve sunk hours into polishing your screens. It’s not just another checkbox in the process; it’s a safeguard for your time, your c...

We’ve all been there;  you’re diving into an exciting new UX design project. The problem is validated, the background work is complete, and then it hits you: you don’t know anyone to interview. Now what? This is a common challenge, especially for newer designers. Whether you're just starting out in the industry, fresh out of bootcamp, or freelancing without a network, it can be a frustrating experience. But don’t worry, you don’t need a massive network to get started. Here’s how you can find the right people to talk to and turn your research into meaningful, actionable insights. Where Do You Start Looking For Participants? Finding the right people to interview doesn't require insider connections. Most junior designers start with limited access to their target user group. The key is to look at networks you already belong to and think about how they might connect you to potential participants. 1. Tap Into Your Personal Network Start with what you know. Your friends, family, and...

Hello and Welcome! If you’re learning UX design, you’ve likely encountered missing pieces, unclear expectations, vague feedback, or case study advice that just doesn’t add up. That’s exactly what this blog aims to fix. After mentoring over 200 new designers, I noticed the same gaps in guidance kept recurring. That’s why I created this space, to share honest insights and practical resources that help you grow with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re refining your portfolio or digging into the “why” behind good design, you’ll find support here. Let’s fill in the gaps together. Helping UX Designers bridge gaps and grow