PixelSushi
BIG OR SMALL , I LOVE DEVELOPING YOUR IDEAS INTO UNIQUE DIGITAL EXPERIENCES.
Hello, my name is Michael Lakeland. I am a Cambridge-based freelance UX/UI/Web & Graphic Designer.…and builder of all things digital.
Below is a small selection of my work, please get in touch if you would like to see more examples of my work.
Sphero Social
UX, Website Design & Branding
ABOUT SPHERO SOCIAL
Sphero Social incorporate social elements into the heart of their training courses, creating a welcoming, inclusive, and interactive atmosphere. Active participation not only enhances learning outcomes but also makes the process enjoyable.
TOOLS
Sketch, illustrator, Photoshop, Wordpress
PROJECT INVOLVEMENT
In 2023 I was commissioned to design a suite of websites focusing on the company’s practical data-insight, analytical & social media courses.
Each site was required to have its own identity and colour schemes, but also remain as part of the Lydian Stone ‘family’ of offerings.
GPI Horizon Software
UI/UX Design & Consultancy
ABOUT GPI HORIZON
GPI horizon is a state-of-the-art methodology that powers pricing strategy, strategic value assessment and scenario planning, promoting efficiencies and improving the quality of decisions.
TOOLS
Figma, Photoshop, illustrator.
PROJECT INVOLVEMENT
Working closely with the product owners I was responsible for the UX/UI layer of the ‘Horizon’ online software providing an intuitive, transparent and robust user-experience to the agile nature of GPI horizon software.
AirOasis
App UX, UI Design & Consultancy
ABOUT AIR OASIS
AirOasis design and build products to keep your family healthy. Our air purification solutions make a difference to health-conscious consumers on a global scale.
TOOLS
Figma, Sketch, Photoshop, illustrator
PROJECT INVOLVEMENT
Working closely alongside the Mobile Developer and Product Owner I was responsible for UI & UX framework. I utilised a clean, minimalist yet functional experience with a simplified colour palette that would reside across desktop, tablet and mobile.
ePro Select (UK)
UX/Web Design, Consultancy, eCommerce & Development
ABOUT EPRO
With a 20-year heritage in innovative technology, research, product development, AI, and software, our scope of business expands through ePro Smart division to connect smart solutions through appliances that deliver a better experience.
TOOLS
Photoshop, illustrator, Figma, Shopify.
Site coming soon!
Gaiamatic
UX, Website Design & Branding
ABOUT
Gaiamatic take pride in providing the latest training in one of the most dynamic industries with the goal to be agile, knowledgeable, and efficient, while consolidating our expertise into user-friendly courses that yield tangible outcomes for you. We keep on top of the latest AI, machine learning and platform developments and consolidate it into clear, actionable outputs.
TOOLS
Sketch, illustrator, Photoshop, Wordpress
PROJECT INVOLVEMENT
In 2023 I was commissioned to design a suite of websites focusing on the company’s practical data-insight, analytical & social media courses.
Each site was required to have its own identity and colour schemes, but also remain as part of the Lydian Stone ‘family’ of offerings.
Whirlpool
Website Design & Icon Development
ABOUT WHIRLPOOL
The Whirlpool Corporation is an American multinational manufacturer and marketer of home appliances, headquartered in Benton Charter Township, Michigan, United States.
TOOLS
Photoshop, illustrator, Figma
PROJECT INVOLVEMENT
Working closely alongside the UX Designer and Web Developer I was responsible for transforming the UX framework into a brand-led visual experience for Whirlpool’s support website, using a clean, minimalist layout and a simplified palette that would reside across desktop, tablet and mobile.
Systada
UX, Website Design & Branding
ABOUT SYSTADA
Systada is focused on delivering courses on the hottest, most pertinent new digital technologies and platforms, giving users a resource that you can rely on to get quickly to the core of what matters to them.
TOOLS
Sketch, illustrator, Photoshop, Wordpress
PROJECT INVOLVEMENT
In 2023 I was commissioned to design a suite of websites focusing on the company’s practical data-insight, analytical & social media courses.
Each site was required to have its own identity and colour schemes, but also remain as part of the Lydian Stone ‘family’ of offerings.
Analytico
UX, Website Design & Consultation
ABOUT ANALYTICO
By focusing entirely on data analytics training - in particular Google Analytics - Analytico offers a tailored selection of courses to help you get the data insight you need.
TOOLS
Sketch, Photoshop, illustrator, Wordpress
PROJECT INVOLVEMENT
In 2019 I was commissioned to design a suite of websites focusing on the company’s practical data-insight, analytical & social media courses.
Each site was required to have its own identity and colour schemes, but also remain as part of the Lydian Stone ‘family’ of offerings.
GoCompare
Landing Page Design, Project Management & Development
ABOUT GOCOMPARE
GoCompare is a British financial services comparison website, established in Wales in 2006. It provides comparison details for financial products including car insurance, home and pet insurance and breakdown cover.
TOOLS
Sketch, illustrator, Invision, HTML, CSS, JAVASCRIPT, D3.js
PROJECT INVOLVEMENT
GoCompare approached PixelSushi to design and build multiple engagement pieces aimed at different sectors ranging from motor to pet insurance.
The one-page interactive designs were custom coded, with the addition of css animations and utilising Data-Driven Documents by D3.js along with other libraries.
Children’s BBC
App (tablet) Design & Development
ABOUT CBBC
CBBC is a British children's television strand owned by the BBC and aimed for older children aged from 6 to 12. BBC programming aimed at under six year old children is broadcast on the CBeebies channel.
TOOLS
Photoshop, Unity 3D, Active Reader
PROJECT INVOLVEMENT
in 2013 I was commissioned by the BBC to work alongside an illustrator and develop seven pilot comics for the CBBC department at Media City. Each comic had it's own unique way of telling a story, using different navigational methods, sounds, narratives & animations, immersing the user further into the experience.
Hotpoint
Website Design & Consultancy
ABOUT HOTPOINT
The Hotpoint Electric Heating Company (generally known simply as Hotpoint) is an American and European brand of domestic appliances.
TOOLS
Photoshop, illustrator, Invision
PROJECT INVOLVEMENT
Working closely alongside the UX Designer and Web Developer I was responsible for transforming the UX framework into a brand-led visual experience, using a clean, minimalist layout and a simplified palette that would reside across desktop, tablet and mobile.
Templates included, homepage, search listings, product detail page, membership, basket and checkout pages. I was also tasked to produce several newsletter templates.
CLPE
UX, Website Design & Consultancy.
ABOUT THE CENTRE FOR LITERACY IN PRIMARY EDUCATION
The Centre for Literacy in Primary Education is a UK based children's literacy charity working with primary schools.
TOOLS
Sketch, Photoshop, illustrator, Figma, Drupal
PROJECT INVOLVEMENT
Working very closely with CLPE stakeholders and the lead developer, I was responsible for crafting the user journeys/user experience of this large-scale, multi-transactional website.
The overall UX goal of the new website was to help teachers find CLPE’s vast library of resources quickly and easily while promoting CLPE’s subscription (membership) offering to potential customers.
Phase one of the project was launched in June 2021 with very positive reviews and and winning two ‘Teach Primary’ awards.
The Bookseller
UX, Website Design & Consultancy.
ABOUT THE BOOKSELLER
The Bookseller has been the business magazine of the book industry since 1858; incorporating the even earlier Bent's Literary Advertiser, established in 1802. It is one of the UK’s longest-standing magazines.
TOOLS
Sketch, illustrator, Invision.
PROJECT INVOLVEMENT
Working closely with the Digital Strategist and Web Developer I was responsible for transforming the UX framework into a brand-led visual experience, using a modern, minimalist layout while taking advantage of CSS filters and utilising a ‘Netflix’ grid-like approach, seamlessly residing across desktop, tablet and mobile.
Templates designed included, homepage, search listings, product detail page, charts & Genres.