Process

The first step was to create a sitemap to determine the website layout. We decided against a ‘contact’ or ‘about’ page and instead included that information as sections on the homepage. We decided against a real hero section, instead opting to have new recipes appear as soon as the user visits the site.

The visual styling took a while to get right. We went through a few different iterations of retro styles until we settled on the simple outlines and bold hover animations. We also chose to use a two tone palette of green and blue, alongside the off-white backgrounds to complete the ‘flash game’ style retro look.

I set up a simple CMS system that allowed the client to easily add their own recipes. Each recipe page in the CMS has its own simple comment section, allowing users to engage without needing an account.

Results

• Created a cooking blog that was easy to navigate and easy to read.

• Designed a CMS system allowing the client to add their own content.

• Implemented ‘sketch-style’ graphics with a retro, hand drawn look and bold hover animations.

• Created recipe pages that left room for future advertisement placements.