project

Yoga Website Redesign

ROLE
Web Designer (freelance)
Process

Client brief
Competitor analysis
Wireframes
Design
Development
Testing
Delivery

tools
Figma
Webflow
time
2011–2013
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Overview

Context: A hatha yoga teacher wanted to modernize her website.
Need: The old site didn’t reflect her energy or identity, and generated very few bookings.

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Problem Statement

  • Key information (schedule, classes, pricing) was missing, leading to many calls and messages, which wasted time.
  • Classes were not full: a lack of visibility and difficulty attracting new students.
  • No clear visual identity: the site didn’t reflect the teacher’s personality or energy.
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Users & Audience

Adults looking for a traditional, gentle, and caring yoga practice with a human-centered approach.

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Role & Responsibilities

I managed all steps of the project:

  • Research: discussions with the client, competitor analysis.
  • Content: site structure redesign, copywriting, and gathering testimonials.
  • Design: visual identity (typography, colors, imagery) and mockups.
  • Development: Webflow integration and responsive design.
  • Testing & Launch.
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Scope & Constraints

  • The existing site was very limited: everything had to be rebuilt (content, structure, identity).
  • Branding created from scratch.
  • Freelance project done independently, with regular check-ins with the client.
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Process

  • Adapt a research prototype into a functional, reliable product
  • Reduce complexity to support broader adoption
  • Build trust with users through a collaborative approach
On-site observation & interviews
Deep understanding of existing workflows
Brief & Strategy
  • Understood the client's needs through several interviews.
  • Researched local competitors and gathered design inspiration.
Needs definition
Prioritize critical features
Content
  • Audited the existing site to identify gaps.
  • Interviewed students to collect authentic testimonials.
  • Redesigned the structure (pages, navigation) and wrote content.
Rapid iterations
Develop and test directly with users
Design
  • Created branding: typography, color palette, visual direction.
  • Designed mockups in Figma.
  • Iterated based on client feedback.
Integrate ongoing feedback
Continuous improvements
Development
  • Built the site in Webflow.
  • Optimized for responsive (desktop & mobile).
  • Added SEO basics.
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Outcome & Results

  • Modern, clear, and responsive site aligned with the client’s identity and energy.
  • Significant increase in contact form submissions and class bookings.
  • Improved visibility and acquisition of new students.
  • The client gained credibility and saved time: with clear information online, she received far fewer repetitive calls.
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What I Learned

This project taught me that:

  • Truly understanding a client’s personality and energy is key to designing a site that feels authentic.
  • User testimonials are powerful for building trust and convincing new users.
  • Even a “simple” website redesign can have a direct, measurable impact on a client’s daily work and success.