Process: konehead design™

Clear communication begins the design process. Over the years I know this requires attentively listening when the client explains what they are seeking. Understanding that first listening and taking good notes will lead to better questions to ask. Ultimately providing a solution that exceeds expectations.

inspiration + ideas = communication

There is no magic formula when it comes to the creative process. In fact it requires a complex fusion of accredited training and intuitive thought. Thinking powered by emotions, imagination, and skeptical-analysis. Knowing how to utilize the right tools to achieve a successful design that communicates. Allow konehead design™ the privilege to meet with you and solve your communication challenges. Be sure to ask about first time client discounts!

Below is an outline of the konehead design™ web development process.

1.) 1st consultation is FREE of charge (up to 1 hour)

2.) Analysis of clients' business or organization
   a.) Determine clients' needs - Informational or more interactive
   b.) What do you want the website to achieve? (Greater sales?)
   c.) Does client have a corporate identity? (logo and theme)
   d.) Type of web site - Informational, Blog, or E-Commerce

3.) Develop a Web Site "design document" (RFP)
  a.) Project Estimate
  b.) 1st page layout (Home Page or index page)
  c.) Color scheme(conceptual)
  d.) Navigation structure (Information Architecture is defined)
  d.) Design, Concept, and Proposal is the property of konehead design™
  d.) Once client signs RFP & accepts terms, rights are transfered to client

4.) Contract signed & receipt of 50% total project estimate
  a.) Information Architecture is established and built
  b.) Create CSS/HTML or Flash templates and program pages
  c.) Design process begins based upon close collaboration with client
  d.) Implement design sample idea and any changes required
  e.) Shoot photography/video (if necessary)
  f.) Integrate any services provided by KHD business partners
  g.) Design & produce graphic objects and/or implement existing client graphics (icons, illustrations, logos, photographs, etc.)
  h.) Fine tune web pages, test, test, test, test, and test again!
  i.) Client website goes LIVE
  j.) Search Engine Optimization (Reach based upon client colaboration)

Additional services provided by konehead design™ :

1.) Actionscript, CSS, HTML, javascript, PHP, XHTML, and/or XML
2.) CMS - Content Management Systems, Wordpress
3.) ASP, JAVA, PHP, and many other programming languages provided by konehead design™ partners.