Web Designer Leeds
Ui and web design and illustration for a new volunteering app.
Web Designer Leeds
Valla is a volunteering tech startup, based in London. I helped out on the user interface, and web design for the app. The guys wanted a simple user friendly design for the platform. The design was based on their existing brand identity, and I created various wireframes, page designs, illustrations, and icon designs for the website/app.
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Great web design is about more than aesthetics. It should help users quickly understand a product, navigate key features, and complete important actions with minimal friction.
Effective UI and website design can help businesses:
• Improve user experience
• Increase customer engagement
• Simplify complex processes
• Strengthen brand credibility
• Improve conversion rates
For Valla, the objective was to create a simple and approachable interface that encouraged user participation while making the platform easy to use for a wide range of audiences.
The design also needed to remain consistent with the existing brand identity while supporting future product growth.
THE CHALLENGE
The main challenge was designing a platform that balanced functionality with simplicity.
Volunteer management platforms often contain large amounts of information and user interactions, which can quickly become overwhelming if not organised effectively.
The goal was to create a user-friendly interface that simplified navigation and encouraged engagement without compromising functionality.
THE SOLUTION
We began by reviewing user journeys and identifying the most important interactions within the platform.
From there, I developed:
• Website wireframes
• User interface design
• User experience concepts
• Mobile app screen designs
• Custom illustrations
• Icon design
• Website page layouts
• Visual design assets
The final interface combines intuitive navigation, clean layouts, and engaging visual elements to create a seamless user experience across both desktop and mobile devices.
THE OUTCOME
The result is a modern and accessible user interface that helps users engage with the platform quickly and confidently.
The website and app designs create a consistent user experience while supporting the organisation's mission of making volunteering opportunities easier to discover and access.
The flexible design system provides a strong foundation for future platform development and feature expansion.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Do you design websites for start-ups and technology companies?
Yes — I regularly work with start-ups, SaaS businesses, technology companies, and digital platforms looking to create effective user experiences and professional websites.
What is UI design?
UI (User Interface) design focuses on the visual elements users interact with, including layouts, buttons, navigation systems, icons, and screen designs.
Do you create wireframes before designing websites?
Yes. Wireframing is an important part of the design process and helps establish page structure, user journeys, and functionality before visual design begins.
Can you create custom illustrations and icons?
Absolutely. Many projects include bespoke illustrations, icon systems, graphics, and visual assets that help strengthen the overall user experience.
Do you work with businesses outside Leeds?
Yes. Although I'm based in Leeds, I work with clients across the UK and internationally on branding, website design, UI design, and packaging design projects.
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If you're launching a website, app, SaaS platform, or technology start-up and need a Leeds-based web designer, I can help create user-focused digital experiences that support engagement, usability, and business growth.
Dave Jones Design is an award-winning freelance designer specialising in website design, UI design, branding, packaging design, and visual identity systems for start-ups and growing businesses.
With over 10 years of experience, I help businesses create effective digital experiences that connect with users and support long-term growth.
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