
overview
For this project, I had the opportunity to redesign the user interface for Villani & Partners, a leading financial consulting firm specializing in subsidized finance.
The project involved creating a modern, user-friendly website that effectively communicates the company's expertise and values while providing easy access to their services.
objective
Enhance the user experience and boost conversions by modernizing the UI to reflect a fresh, clean aesthetic that aligns with V&P’s brand identity.
Streamline navigation to make it more intuitive, guiding users effortlessly toward their goals.

MY ROLE
As the UI designer on this project, my primary responsibilities included:
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Designing the visual layout and interface elements
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Ensuring a cohesive and professional look aligned with the brand identity
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Optimizing user experience and navigation
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Collaborating with the research and branding team to incorporate their insights

Challenges and Solutions
Balancing Professionalism and Approachability
One of the main challenges was creating a design that conveyed the company's expertise and professionalism while still feeling approachable to potential clients. To address this, I:
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Used a clean, modern design with a professional color palette
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Incorporated friendly, relatable imagery and icons
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Designed clear call-to-action buttons to encourage user engagement
Simplifying Complex Information
Given the specialized nature of subsidized finance, it was crucial to present complex information in an easily digestible format. I tackled this by:
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Creating intuitive navigation menus
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Designing infographics and visual aids to explain key concepts
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Implementing a clear hierarchy of information through typography and layout
Responsive Design
Ensuring the website looked great and functioned well across all devices was another challenge. I addressed this by:
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Implementing a mobile-first design approach
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Creating flexible layouts that adapt to different screen sizes
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Optimizing images and elements for faster loading on mobile devices

HIGHLIGHTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS
Working on this project was incredibly rewarding. Some highlights include:
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Collaborating with a talented team of researchers and branding experts
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Seeing the positive impact of the new design on user engagement
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Receiving positive feedback from the client on the improved user experience
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Successfully translating the company's vision of expertise, collaboration, excellence, innovation, and client-orientation into a visual design

Outcome
The redesigned website now effectively showcases Villani & Partners' expertise in subsidized finance through a clean, professional interface that aligns with their vision. Simplified navigation allows users to accomplish their objectives with ease, resulting in a 62% increase in conversion rates, 30% longer average site visits, and a 27% reduction in bounce rate.
Conversion rate
0.8 %
1.3 %
+ 62 %
Engagement time
2m5s
2m42s
+ 30 %
Bounce rate
66%
48%
- 27 %