Belgard

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Belgard

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Sector
Building and Hardscaping Manufacturer
My Role
I led the creative efforts across all touchpoints, including user research, journey mapping, and developing user flows, wireframes, and designs. I focused on creating scalable solutions for consistency across the website and channels. Working closely with stakeholders, I aligned the design strategy with business goals to provide intuitive tools for users to explore products and connect with contractors. This included managing website designs, microsites, email campaigns, and social media strategies to improve the user journey and drive results.
Project Duration
Multi-year Engagement

Project Overview

Belgard, a leading provider of hardscaping products and outdoor living solutions, sought to create a seamless omnichannel solution to elevate their digital presence. The project aimed to improve user experiences, boost website conversions, and drive customer engagement by integrating multiple channels to guide residential and commercial audiences to the website. A key objective was to connect consumers with local contractors, streamlining the process of turning outdoor project ideas into reality.

Omnichannel Mapping

Key touchpoints across multiple channels were identified to create a seamless and consistent user journey. By integrating Belgard’s marketing channels with tailored messaging, we ensured users received the right content at the right time—whether they were exploring outdoor living ideas or ready to purchase. This led to a more cohesive brand experience and an accelerated path to conversion.

Belgard Marketing Funnel

Belgard Marketing Funnel: Website

User Flows

User flows were mapped were defined, analyzing every possible pathway users could take depending on their needs. This helped us understand and optimize key interactions and decision points in the user journey, streamlining the process and reducing friction. Each flow was crafted with the goal of increasing conversions and enhancing the user experience.

Belgard Website User Flows

Sitemap

Working closely with stakeholders, an intuitive sitemap was built to understand the website structure in a way that made sense for the user. The goal was clear: ensure ease of navigation, simplify taxonomy, and provide users with an efficient route to their goals. This also involved creating and refining categories, page labels, and navigation menus to make information easy to find.

Belgard Website Sitemap

Design Architecture & Templates

Modular Design Approach

A scalable and modular design system was developed to ensure that every page—whether it's a product page, blog post, or a promotional microsite—maintained consistency and high quality. This approach ensured a unified user experience across different pages while providing flexibility for future updates and additions.

Wireframes & Components

I oversaw the creation of detailed wireframes, each annotated with precise instructions for the development team. Every component was designed to be flexible and adaptable within the CMS, ensuring smooth integration and functionality across all channels.

Belgard Website Templates
Belgard Website Components

Collaboration & Execution

Designs

Working closely with Belgard’s internal marketing team, we meticulously aligned our designs with the company’s core values to ensure the final outcome resonated with the target audience. I spearheaded the creative direction, refining the user interface to strike the perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality, ultimately boosting user engagement and driving conversions.

Belgard Website Design
Belgard Microsite Designs

Microsites

As part of the strategy to capture user attention and guide them toward conversion, I spearheaded the design of engaging microsites like a quiz application. These microsites were designed to inspire and motivate users, with each interaction strategically guiding them to the next stage of their journey.

Belgard Microsite Wireframes

Email & Social Media Campaigns

I also led the creation of an email nurturing plan, optimized based on user behavior and engagement insights. Each email was crafted to move users further down the funnel, increasing conversion rates through tailored content and compelling CTAs. For social media, I ensured that the content was highly targeted, with monthly digital ads and social posts based on analytical insights, leading to a 20% increase in website traffic.

Belgard Email Nurturing Plan
Belgard Email Designs
Belgard Social Designs

Results & Outcome

By aligning digital marketing efforts with user-centered design principles, I significantly improved the user experience, conversion rates, and overall engagement across Belgard's digital platforms. This comprehensive approach drove measurable business results and enhanced Belgard's online presence, establishing a more effective, integrated strategy for digital marketing.

  • Increased website conversions by 30% through an optimized user journey and seamless omnichannel integration.
  • Boosted email click-through rates by 25% with a targeted email nurturing plan.
  • Improved engagement rates for social media and digital ads, resulting in 20% more traffic to the site.

Key Features

Example of Belgard omni-channel designs with annotations

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