To lay the foundation for the design of NF3X, I developed an extensive design system that evolved into a single source for styles, patterns, and components. As the sole designer at NF3X, my goal was to simplify the design process, ensure uniformity across all platforms, and maintain thorough documentation for team members and stakeholders. It will also make it easier to rollout quick updates across the platform and in the management of all projects on a large scale.
Colours in UI design can speak in ways that are every bit as powerful as copy. They not only affect how your design looks but can also elicit emotion and reflect the personality of your brand. Colours play an important role in how designs "look & feel" and are the first impression.
I opted for a straightforward colour palette featuring neutral, primary, accent, and feedback hues. Given that NFTs are rich in graphics, our colour scheme was designed to support the NFTs without drawing substantial attention.
Typography, Grid, Spacing and Radius Styles
After careful consideration, I chose Codec Pro as our primary typeface, ensuring its robustness and flexibility to cater comprehensively to our platform's needs while prioritising inclusivity for all users. Additionally, I crafted grid styles, spacing and radius rules. These elements form the backbone of our design system, guaranteeing a cohesive and harmonious visual experience across all aspects of our platform
Icons
Icons play an integral role in every user interface, becoming particularly valuable in scenarios where user interfaces are jam-packed with information, such as dashboards or intricate products. Icons can enhance user interaction speed due to their instant recognition. Appropriately employed, they can supplement an appealing touch and aesthetic appeal to UI design. Maintaining a uniform design system, I ensured well-structured and consistent iconography.
I designed our base and application components by incorporating the fundamental styles. Lastly, to ensure seamless collaboration and consistency across the team, we diligently documented the rules and exceptions for all components, providing a comprehensive reference point for our entire team
Ever-Evolving Nature
As with any dynamic project, this design system is not static but rather a living entity that will evolve alongside the team's insights and user needs. Continual feedback, iteration, and feature advancements ensure that our design system remains at the forefront of innovation. With each new feature, project or iteration, we will refine and expand our system, enriching it with new components, patterns, and best practices.
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