Overview

Skyline Studio is an architectural visualisation firm specialising in photorealistic 3D renderings.

I was brought in to take over the project and deliver a complete website redesign within a tight deadline, creating a clean and elegant experience that highlights the studio’s work and craftsmanship.

Process & Method

How I approached this project

Design under constraint (prioritization)

Under 7 days. Knowing what to cut under pressure matters as much as knowing what to build.

Double Diamond
01 · Discover
Diagnosis
Quick alignment with the brand and the 3D render library.
02 · Define
Problem
Deliver a premium, minimalist experience without compromising the deadline.
03 · Develop
Solution
Lean structure, focused visual direction, prioritized content.
04 · Deliver
Result
Full site live in 7 days.
Priority under constraint (7 days)
InitiativeImpactConfidenceEaseScore
Minimalist structure (renders as hero)
9
9
8
8.7
Visual hierarchy and typography
8
8
7
7.7
Project/portfolio pages
8
7
6
7.0
Microinteractions and polish
5
7
5
5.7

Instead of trying to do everything, I prioritized the essential: a minimalist structure where the renders are the hero.

A laptop on a styled desk features the “Discover Our Guests” page from the Mental Health Today website, showcasing speaker portraits in a green-toned layout.
A laptop shows an episodes page with neatly arranged guest cards beneath the podcast branding, flanked by minimalistic modern décor.
A laptop shows an episodes page with neatly arranged guest cards beneath the podcast branding, flanked by minimalistic modern décor.
A final laptop mockup displays a blog or article resource section with images and text blocks, reinforcing the podcast’s commitment to connection and education.

Challenge

The project required a full redesign under significant time constraints, with less than seven days to deliver.

The challenge was to quickly align with the brand, structure the content effectively, and design a digital experience that felt minimal, premium, and focused on the visuals — without compromising quality under pressure.

My Role

I led the design and delivery of the website, including:

  • Defining the visual direction and layout structure

  • Designing responsive pages for desktop and mobile

  • Creating a clear hierarchy to highlight key projects

  • Building and delivering the final website in Framer

A close-up of a professional podcast microphone with a pop filter and stand placed beside a window, symbolising content creation and audio clarity.
A close-up of a professional podcast microphone with a pop filter and stand placed beside a window, symbolising content creation and audio clarity.

Approach

I focused on simplicity, clarity, and visual impact.

  • Designed a minimal layout to let the renderings take centre stage

  • Used spacing and typography to create a calm, premium feel

  • Structured content to guide users through projects effortlessly

  • Ensured consistency and performance across devices

Impact

  • Delivered a complete website redesign within a 7-day timeframe

  • Improved presentation of projects through clearer visual hierarchy

  • Strengthened the studio’s digital presence with a refined, modern interface

  • Created a scalable structure for future portfolio updates

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Diego Sonoda® 2026

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Diego Sonoda® 2026