Grant Brace Website
A True story of an American Wrestler
Website Design, UI/UX
Challenge
Emotional Engagement Designing a site that resonates emotionally with visitors while maintaining a professional appearance.
Consistent Branding Developing a color scheme and theme that reflects Grant's spirit and legacy.
Responsive Design Ensuring the website is fully responsive and accessible on various devices.
This project involved designing a website to honor the memory and legacy of Grant Brace, an American wrestler. The website serves as a biography, detailing his journey, achievements, and the impact he left behind. The design aimed to create an emotional connection with visitors while providing a comprehensive overview of Grant's life and the ongoing efforts to preserve his memory.
Results
Successfully created a tribute website that balances emotional storytelling with informative structure.
Increased visitor engagement with interactive galleries and achievement highlights.
Strengthened community involvement by featuring ongoing legacy efforts.
Delivered a platform that preserves Grant’s story, ensuring his journey continues to inspire athletes and supporters.
The Grant Brace Story website now serves as a living legacy online, where memory, impact, and inspiration come together in one meaningful digital experience.
40%
Improved onboarding process
27%
Increase in user retention
60%
Increase in time spent on website
Process
Research & Discovery
Studied existing memorial and biography-style websites to understand best practices in tone, layout, and visual storytelling.
Collected references from family, supporters, and community initiatives to capture Grant’s journey authentically.
Information Architecture
Structured the site into sections: Biography, Achievements, Gallery, Community Support, and Ongoing Legacy Projects.
Ensured content hierarchy allowed for both quick browsing and deep engagement.
Wireframing
Created low-fidelity wireframes focusing on storytelling flow, blending visual timelines with narrative blocks.
Prototyping
Designed clickable prototypes to test how users engaged with interactive biography sections, photo galleries, and support initiatives.
Usability Testing
Conducted feedback sessions with Grant’s community and wrestling peers to ensure tone felt authentic, respectful, and easy to navigate.
Visual Design & Branding
Used bold yet respectful color palettes inspired by wrestling aesthetics and Grant’s personal journey.
Integrated photography, timelines, and typography choices that evoke dignity and remembrance while keeping the user experience smooth.
Color Scheme The chosen colors include black and white for a classic and respectful look, with orange accents to symbolize energy and resilience.
The interface was designed to be user-friendly, with clear navigation and sections that guide visitors through Grant's story.
Fonts Clean and readable fonts to enhance readability and accessibility.
Images: High-quality, impactful images that tell Grant's story visually.
Conclusion
The Grant Brace website was designed to be a heartfelt tribute to a remarkable individual. The design choices and layout were carefully crafted to ensure an emotional yet professional presentation of his story. The website not only serves as a memorial but also as a platform to engage the community and keep Grant's legacy alive.