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Initial Consultation
- Understand Client Needs: Discuss the clients business goals, target audience, and brand identity.
- Gather Inspirations : Ask clients to provide examples of websites they like and dislike, noting specific elements they are drawn to.
02
Pre-Select Options
- Curate a Style Guide: Create a selection of predefined website styles based on common themes and industries.
- This could include: Minimalist Modern Vintage Professional/Corporate Creative/Artistic Showcase Example Sites: Provide a portfolio or a lookbook with examples of each style.
03
Use Visual Aids
- Mood Boards: Develop mood boards for each style, incorporating colors, fonts, and sample layouts.
- Wireframes and Mockups: Offer basic wireframes or mockups to give clients a visual idea of how each style would look.
04
Interactive Decision Tools
- Style Quiz: Implement a quiz on your website to help clients determine their preferred style based on their answers.
- Style Samples: Provide interactive samples or demo websites for clients to explore different styles.
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Provide Recommendations
- Expert Advice: Based on the consultation, recommend 2-3 styles that align with the client's goals and preferences.
- Benefits and Trade-offs: Clearly explain the benefits and potential trade-offs of each recommended style.
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Customization Options
- Flexible Elements: Highlight how certain elements can be customized within each style to better match the client's vision.
- Adjustable Features: Ensure clients understand that while the base style is predefined, it can be tailored to meet their specific needs.
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Client Feedback
- Iterative Process: Encourage feedback and be prepared to make adjustments. Show revised mockups if necessary.
- Decision Timeline: Set a clear timeline for making decisions to keep the project on track.
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Documentation and Agreements
- Document Preferences: Clearly document the chosen style and any customization requests in the project agreement. Finalize Design: Once a style is chosen, proceed with creating detailed designs and prototypes.