At Design Dream, design is not just about making things look good; it’s about solving real problems, shaping experiences, and telling stories. But what does it feel like to be a designer here?
Let’s take you behind the scenes into a day in the life of one of our designers.
Morning: Coffee, Briefs, and Brainstorms
The day usually begins with a cup of coffee (or chai, depending on the designer!) and a quick check-in with the team.
By 10 AM, we all meet together for our daily stand-up meeting. Each designer contributes:
- What they’re working on today
- Any issues they are experiencing
- Quick wins from yesterday
This keeps us on the same page, engaged, and invested as a team.
Why this matters: Good design is at the heart of collaboration. At Design Dream, no designer works in isolation; ideas are passed between team members, and feedback is welcomed, not feared.
Mid-Morning: Sketching Ideas to Life
After the stand-up, the designer dives into concept exploration. This could mean:
- Sketching initial layouts on paper
- Building wireframes in Figma
- Mood-boarding to bring it in line with brand identity
This is the phase of possibilities, not perfection. Designers try out forms, colors, and fonts until something feels right.
Why this matters: Any great design starts with experimentation. We believe that the best solutions come after testing multiple directions, not jumping to the first idea.
Afternoon: Lunch + Inspiration Break
By early afternoon, it’s time for a break. Some team members head out to experience cafes, while others take a recharge with home food.
We often share inspirations during this time, whether it’s a cool app design, a trend spotted on Dribbble, or even local cultural art forms. Inspiration doesn’t always come from the digital world; sometimes it’s from street patterns, traditional crafts, or nature itself.
Post-Lunch: Bringing Designs to Life
This is where sketches and wireframes turn into high-fidelity designs.
- Applying brand colors and typography
- Adding interactions and micro-animations
- Testing layouts for mobile vs desktop
- Reviewing accessibility guidelines (contrast, readability, inclusivity)
It’s not just about creating something pretty; it’s about ensuring the design works for real people.
Why this matters: At Design Dream, we believe in human-first design. Every button, color, and animation is selected with ease of use in mind for the user.
Evening: Feedback, Iterations, and Growth
By 5 PM, it’s feedback time. Designers share their work with colleagues and project managers.
We ask:
- Is this solving the user’s problem?
- Is the flow intuitive and smooth?
- Can we go further?
Feedback is not only about calling out issues; it’s about making the design better together.
We end the day with revisions, updating tasks, recording learnings, and preparing for tomorrow.
Wrapping Up: The Designer’s Takeaway
A day at Design Dream isn’t just about pixels and prototypes; it’s about curiosity, collaboration, and constant learning.
Our designers end the day knowing they’ve not only created visuals but also shaped experiences that make people’s lives easier and more delightful.
Because at Design Dream, we don’t just design, we dream, build, and bring ideas to life.
