Acorn Web Studio - Melbourne web design and web development

He believes in the four pillars of web development – a strategic approach, specialised copywriting, user-centred design and flexible, agile development.

After working as a specialist interface and prototype developer in a corporate environment he became convinced of the value of prototyping in web development – helping the client see ‘how it works’ very early in the process rather than at the conclusion.

He has delivered specialist interface design and development services to businesses and organisations like Amcor, Unisuper, The Federal Government of Australia, The State Government of Victoria as well as many other business and educational organisations.

She has acquired unique skills in web design, HTML, CSS and Javascript. Her focus is on providing user focused design with simple & clear communication, providing interactivity without compromising on usability. She thoroughly enjoys the opportunity to design and develop each project, creating more than just the layout but also the entire user experience & flow of each site.

Graduating top of her Graphic Design class Rikki was awarded "Star of the Show" for her Outstanding Achievement and Contribution, whilst also freelancing for a small design firm. She has always known the value of efficient workflow, but has a new found appreciation for processes & documentation since becoming production manager at Acorn.

Usability is also paramount to Marin's design, as much as alignments, branding, and concept and should not be comprimised - after all what is a beautiful design if the site doesn’t work.

She has also studied information technology.

She combines experience and recent qualifications in web communications strategy with access to the latest research into best practice on the web including accessibility, user experience, usability and delivering valuable content – the ‘science’ of the web.

From 2005-2006 she lectured in Interactive Design, Information Architecture, Online Marketing and Building Online Communities at masters level at RMIT.

Angus's focus is on creating web content that builds a foundation for ongoing relationships with clients or users - content that engages them, anticipates their needs, answers their questions, and helps them accomplish specific tasks. He believes that while search engine optimisation (SEO) is important, it should never detract from the experience of real people.

Angus also has considerable expertise in using social media, especially blogging, for effective business communication.

She takes a strategic approach to design and delivers highly considered, relevant and memorable design and communication solutions. Her designs are imaginative, effective, and practical. She has designed for a wide variety of organisations ranging from SKF Australia and Brand Power, to the Department of Education and Training and Odyssey House.

Josephine graduated from Swinburne University of Technology with an Honours Degree in Graphic Design. She has also won a bronze in the 2007 National print Design awards and is soon to be published in a 2008 design annual.