As a creative recruiting/staffing agency and studio, we stay on top of hiring trends. Allovus Recruiter Brian Jensen has some insights into what kinds of roles are in demand right now. Currently, which positions are clients hoping to fill? UX or UI? Research? Unicorns? We continue to see a huge need for UX / Product … Continue reading
The tech industry is an ever-changing landscape, requiring those of us in the field to keep up with both trends and technology, pushing the envelope on user experience, creating cutting-edge user interfaces, and keeping imagery fresh and on-trend. Tech companies can make all the difference in the creation of new environments by designing and providing … Continue reading
You’re at a party. The music is loud. Your friend left to go get a drink. You’re suddenly thrust into an awkward social situation where you’re talking to people you don’t know. Someone asks you “What you do for a living?” You answer, “I’m a UX Designer.” You’re met with a blank stare and a … Continue reading
It’s finally summer! We’re hoping that you’re having a few moments to sit in the sun (if it ever shows up) and relax. And in case you’re looking to do some reading while you chill, we have a few industry-related sites that will sharpen your UX Design knowledge and skills. Get out your laptop, pull … Continue reading
By Guest Blogger Nancy Stumvoll When Allovus began working with Synergy Sports Technology, we quickly realized that we needed a more robust prototyping tool to help with the development of their data rich applications. We began our partnership with Synergy in 2014. Their sophisticated data visualization apps allow NBA and NCAA coaches to easily access … Continue reading
Did you know that it took Facebook designers over 280 hours to redesign the new “like” button? Director of Product Design Margaret Gould Stewart talks about why a seemingly tiny detail—like a button—can make a big difference in the usability of a product. In this TEDtalks video podcast, Margaret Gould Stewart outlines three rules for design at … Continue reading
A recent article from UX Movement (uxmovement.com) states that, “a quarter of all Americans use mobile devices only to access the web. One out of every five people in the world own a smartphone, and over half of those people use it to surf the internet.” So, if your site doesn’t read well on mobile … Continue reading
User Experience is a relatively new focus of design in today’s world. Although, you could say it has been around since the inception of the computer, the science of usability and contextual design as a career is growing rapidly—especially in the Seattle area. Events and networking opportunities for UX Designers are popping up all over. … Continue reading
Fall is in the air. Kids are back to school, parents are back to uninterrupted work days, and designers and developers are gearing up to work on new projects and products. A good way to kick off the season is with some great training and workshop opportunities. Take advantage of these exciting events happening this … Continue reading
Seattle has much to offer in the way of providing workshops, seminars, get-togethers, and fun events for people who are interested in User Experience, User Interface, Visual Design, or any art-related topics. We found an array of upcoming events you might be interested in: Editorial Strategy with Misty Weaver and James Sweeny Tuesday, August 12, … Continue reading
User Experience Design is pretty much everywhere—even parking signs, for example. Have you ever gotten a ticket due to a confusing sign? According to an article in Wired, Brooklyn-based designer Nikki Sylianteng was tired of racking up parking tickets, and decided to take matters into her own hands. The article states, “She began thinking about … Continue reading
So many people in the tech industry don’t know the difference between UX Design and UI Design. Sometimes it seems as though the lines are blurred between the two. However, there are clear distinctions between User Experience and User Interface Design. We found a great interview with Sarah Harrison, the head of UX Design at … Continue reading
With temperatures dipping below freezing here in the Pacific Northwest, our thoughts have drifted to warmer and sunnier climates. Hawaii is sounding pretty good right now! Hayley Nichols, Founder and Principal of Allovus, and her family took a trip to Hawaii earlier this year and had a fun time exploring the beach… and the signage. … Continue reading
We are pleased to have a special guest post today, by Allovus Project Manager/UX Designer J. Alison Grauman. Take it away, Alison! My experience as a user interaction designer started in 1989, when I worked as a contractor for Microsoft. I was hired by Virginia Howlett, joining the newly formed usability group, located in building 5. Eight years … Continue reading
Given the recent announcement of the big Microsoft reorganization, it’s worth a look at some recent articles describing the evolving Microsoft design principles and aesthetic. An article on Gizmodo actually addresses the “cool” factor in the company’s design efforts and references an article by Steve Clayton, editor of Microsoft’s Next blog entitled “Modern design at Microsoft: … Continue reading