gui design
Graphical user interface (GUI) design is one of the most complex projects for graphic designer. Work on GUI design project requires constant communication with product architect and developers who will implement design ideas into actual product. Each step of the project has to be carefully discussed and details of the layout should be checked by developers to avoid any technical problems. Teamwork is crucial for successful GUI project.
work process:
To work on application GUI design, graphic designer needs to have understanding of the application, its functions and future users of the product. I always start work on GUI design with team meeting so I can learn all details of the project. It's important to have wireframe or storyboard of the application. Work on design elements should be done screen by screen to keep consistency of the layouts and graphical elements.
advice to clients:
Work on one screen at the time will save significant amount of time at the end, since designer has to make changes on one screen only. After first screen layout is done and approved, files should be transferred to developers, so they can contact designer in case any changes need to be made.
Keep in mind that there are many implementation limitations. Always get feedback from application developers to make sure design can be implemented.