The Olympic games remind us that true greatness is achieved through endless dedication and skill.
Winning requires precision and attention to detail, thrives on speed and efficiency, depends on seamless performance, is built on a solid foundation, involves creativity and innovation, and means standing out in a competitive field, just like your website should. That’s why we launched the Go for Gold contest: to start the conversations within the web design community and highlight those who truly stand out.
After an extensive review of a number of entries, we’re excited to reveal the winners who have demonstrated outstanding website design. As judges we assessed each website based on design, functionality, user experience, and overall impact. Here are the winners of the Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards for this year’s contest.
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? Gold Award: Amber Student
Website: https://amberstudent.com
Why They Won: Amber Student stands out with its exceptional overall design, providing a seamless and user-friendly experience. The site excels in its clean, intuitive layout, and easy sorting options by location. Amber Student’s modern design ensures that users can navigate effortlessly, making it a model of functional aesthetics.
Highlights:
- Impressive visual design with cohesive look
- User-friendly navigation with easy sorting by location
- Smooth and intuitive user experience
What the 3tone Digital Judges Said: “Amber Student has a good balance of design and functionality. Its clean layout and intuitive user flow set a high standard for digital experiences.”
? Silver Award: Jasmine Jade
Website: https://thejasminejade.com
Why They Won: Jasmine shines with its vibrant personality and unique brand vibe, skillfully incorporating Bitmoji and distinctive design elements. The site’s creative use of visual elements reflects its brand’s character effectively.
Highlights:
- Distinctive brand personality showcased through creative design
- Effective use of Bitmoji and unique visual elements
- Engaging and memorable user experience
What the Judges Said: “Jasmine’s site is a breath of fresh air with its playful and unique design. It’s engaging and reflective of the brand’s vibrant identity.”
? Bronze Award: Switch Key Digital
Website: https://www.switchkeydigital.com
Why They Won: Switch Key Digital excels in search engine optimization (SEO), demonstrating remarkable effectiveness in driving traffic and visibility. While the design could benefit from more personality and case studies, the site’s strong SEO performance makes it stand out.
Highlights:
- Outstanding SEO performance driving traffic and visibility
- Effective use of icons to streamline information
- Potential for improvement with personalized design and case studies
What the Judges Said: “Switch Key Digital has mastered the art of SEO, significantly boosting its online presence. With a bit more personality in the design and case studies, this site could be a top contender in multiple categories.”
Congratulations to Amber Student, Jasmine Jade, and Switch Key Digital for their exceptional achievements in the Go for Gold Contest! Each of these sites excel in key website design categories, and we look forward to seeing their continued success and innovation.
