Most web designers follow a process. This process can include steps ranging from the decision of the niche of the website to its installation and testing. But what are the most important elements of a successful web design project from Blue Atlas?

A Clear Purpose

Ask yourself what the purpose of the website is. When you know your purpose and work towards it, you will be sure to target the correct audience. This is very important. Be sure to remember this purpose throughout the entirety of your design process. Many designers have strayed from their main goal leaving them with a messy result.

Structured Design

Most people find this phase the most exciting of the project. Although you may think that you are able to start with your web editor, it is highly recommended to make a wireframe version of each page or try sketching out your design on paper first. This will give you a good visual idea of what you want your website to look like. Spend a little time doing some research into the right colour scheme.

Fantastic Content

This is one of the most important aspects of a website which will ensure you get the right visitors coming to your website and keep them coming back. People visit websites for content so be sure to make it worth their while. Once you have got a good idea of what your site should look like, then it's time to start building. Be open to the different technology platforms available including open source and proprietary, free and commercial, established and more experimental.

Verdict

Don't forget to include time for testing both internally and with some people you trust. You're bound to see improvements or adjustments that can can be made. Once you have fully completed your site, upload the website into a hosting provider, market it and keep the content up to date.