Accessibility is a fundamental aspect of creating inclusive and user-friendly digital products for everyone. At MVST we believe in the importance of ensuring that our products are accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities. Let's dive into Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and how it integrates into our product-building process for all product types. Understanding WCAG Standards WCAG started in 1995 and its latest update was in October 2023. The EU Accessibility Act 2025

Imagine this: The designers created the most beautiful and outstanding mockups with super cool looks and animations in Figma. And then, when writing the code, the design looks off and the initial idea gets lost. The outcome is not corresponding with the intention of the designers. This is not just frustrating, but also extremely inefficient. That's why we want to introduce you to Atomic Design and Figma Dev Mode: They are real game-changers in the world of UX/UI and development. These trends ar

Appealing and nice-looking landing pages are the digital gateways to success for any business, where the art of conversion truly takes form. But crafting the perfect landing page isn't an easy feat. It's an intricate dance of do's and don'ts that can make or break your online success story. Designers, marketeers, and business owners - if you want to hit the spot and captivate visitors to your website: Here are our best practices for the amazing landing pages. 1. What Is A Landing Page And Why

The new Figma update is here! The magic word around which everything revolves is: Variables. In this post, we want to take a deep dive into the new Figma Variables and show you how to use them most efficiently both in your design files and in your prototypes. 1. What Types Of Figma Variables Have Been Introduced? 2. How And When to Use Modes 3. Pros And Cons Of Using Figma Variables In Your Next Design 4. Final Thoughts On the Figma Variables What Types of Figma Variables Have Been Introd

On the 25th of May, we hosted another amazing virtual event. This time, our topic was "Designing the Future: How AI is Revolutionizing UI/UX”. We invited absolute pros in UI/UX design and discussed how the future of the design world could look like when AI is involved. And let's be honest, the real question and what is most interesting to know is: Will AI take over designers jobs? This question was just one of many we tried to answer in this panel discussion. To see the full video, click here.

The 25th of May was a big day for us! It was once again time for a special event in the house of MVST: We hosted a panel discussion to this very recent topic "Designing the Future: How AI is Revolutionizing UI/UX”. This time, we invited absolute powerhouses only: * Beth Wegner - Director of Product Design at Doodle * Marcos Felipe - Product Design Manager at Freeletics * Nina Jurcic - Design Manager & Advisor * Ricardo Saavedra - Lead Product Designer at Meta/Reality Labs * Sakky Baral - P

MVST Figma Event: 6th round here we come! ChatGPT, DALL·E 2 and other AI have taken the world by storm and open up unprecedented possibilities. The almost unlimited opportunities extend into numerous areas - but what about UI/UX design? What opportunities does AI hold within the design industry? And what are the current trends? We are super stoked to launch another Figma Munich Meetup on this very topic! 🚀On 25th May 2023, 7pm (CEST) we will host a virtual event with the topic "Designing the

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has been making waves in various industries and has been revolutionizing the way we live and work. In recent years, AI has not only made astonishing progress in the working world but also produced some unusual creations such as generating rap songs and poems. A novel written by AI even almost won a book prize. It has also been used to take and pass a highly sophisticated exam in the United States. While AI has the potential to transform the way we work and live, it

In digital product design, solutions-based thinking is vital. When it comes to creating a successful UX/UI design portfolio, this maxim still applies. A UX design portfolio should showcase your multi-disciplinary talents and communicate a preoccupation with the total user and customer experience from end to end. Portfolios should include detailed case studies and a high-level demonstration of design skills. Product designers who want to present a top-notch product design portfolio should also

A product design portfolio is an essential tool when looking for a job as a graphic designer. A clean and straightforward approach is crucial to create a portfolio that allows your work to stand out. An excellent design portfolio landing page will help you land a job by showing potential employers that you have experience in the field. The design portfolio is the product designer's curriculum vitae. It will help you tell the story behind your past work and show how you think about design. Only

On Thursday, the 13th of October, we got ready for an awesome evening: We once again hosted an amazing virtual Figma Munich Meetup! This time we chose the topic "How to create a UI/UX design portfolio that will get you hired!” With our extra special guests and speakers: * Gabriela Ospina from Wolt * Steven Busuttil from Personio * Henry Schmidt from Konzepthaus * Marcus Hauer from Babbel * Philipp Klaus from MVST … and over 350 people listening and showing interest in this amazing topic!

The tech industry is booming! Companies centered around technology are looking for impressive individuals to work on their teams. Therefore, the number of jobs in the field has been growing steadily for years. And these job openings are not going to slow down any time soon. They will only grow in number to keep up with the developments in technology we are witnessing as consumers. Are you curious about this sought-after career? Continue reading as we explore the path to becoming a UX or UI des

We’ve all come to rely on Amazon Alexa, Apple Siri, and Hey Google Assistant for service. These virtual assistants (VA) infiltrated our homes and devices and established a relationship. Voice User Interfaces (VUIs) of tech giants like Google, Apple, and Amazon dominate the market. Siri and Google Assistant rank at 36% voice share, and everyone wants a piece of the volatile voice recognition market valued at 13.65 billion in 2020. A voice interface definition is simply an electronic component t

In today's society, having a career in design is more demanding than ever. Good visual design has become essential to success, with so many businesses and products competing for attention. As a result, at the recent job market the demand for designers continues to grow yearly. And according to recent estimates, the design field is expected to experience significant job growth over the next decade. So if you're interested in pursuing a career in design, now is your time to act. Most In-Demand

Being a good product designer comes with having a wide range of hard & soft skills. But what you also need is a prime Toolkit, that helps you structurise your workflow in excellence. That’s why we talked to our product designers at MVST to find out what the most helpful product design tools are. From design tools to plug-in tools. Read through our article to learn more. The 10 Best Tools for Product Designing in 2023 There are a lot of tools out there that provide support for product designe

Designing digital products and building them with state-of-the-art technologies like React Native or Flutter is part of the success of an awesome app. But a beautiful design and a rock-solid technology stack won’t be enough. Chances are high we all entered a website or opened an app we did not know how to navigate through. To avoid that, products have to go through an iterative design process. To ensure our products are functional and intuitive, we do a lot of User testing. So let’s dive into d

As an agency for UI/UX design and product development in Munich and Barcelona, we have gained a lot of experience from various projects over the years. We would like to share some of our insights with you. In this article we are taking a closer look at product design and the creation of shadows. Table of content * Why UI/UX design is important * Simple tricks to elevate your designs * Practice makes perfect The design of a product is crucial for its success Especially when it comes to di

Our Figma Meetup is back for its 4th time and we couldn't be happier about this event's topic: "How to become a good designer - a leaders perspective." Why did we choose it? Because we know that there are many curious young designers out there who want to be high up. We'll get you in touch with brilliant senior designers who will share their experiences in the business and tell you what really matters! ❗️Don't miss this opportunity to join us 🇺🇸🇬🇧 The event will be in English. SCHEDULE