Helping you get the most out of Design Systems!

Hello! I’m Stu, your go-to Design Systems consultant and front-end developer with over a decade of experience in transforming workflows.

I’m passionate about simplifying processes and fostering seamless collaboration among teams. Whether you’re a designer, developer, project manager, or marketer, I believe that a well-crafted Design System can significantly enhance your work life, making it not only easier but also more enjoyable.

I’ve had the pleasure of working with incredible organisations such as Monotype, UCL, EMBL, and Springer Nature. These collaborations have shown me the immense value of a robust Design System—not just in boosting teamwork, but also in reducing costs and delivering consistent, high-quality user experiences.

My focus is on building systems that provide clarity and consistency, ensuring that everyone is on the same page. I’m dedicated to creating tools that facilitate collaboration and spark innovation, all while aligning with your business goals for growth and sustainability.

I’d love to chat about how we can work together to elevate your projects and streamline your processes. Let’s connect and explore the possibilities!

How I Help You

I specialise in helping teams create efficient, scalable systems that streamline workflows and enhance consistency. With experience across various industries, I offer practical insights and technical know-how to build cohesive, maintainable solutions. Whether it’s refining front-end architecture or guiding teams in developing integrated design systems, my approach centers on collaboration, clarity, and adaptability.

Front-End Architecture

Establishing, constructing, and documenting scalable codebases for sustained maintainability.

Design Systems

Collaborating with your team to create and maintain Design Systems that foster consistent collaboration and outcomes.

Design Tokens

Implementing design tokens to streamline updates and ensure uniformity across various platforms.

Web Performance

Enhancing application performance through strategic improvements and best practices for optimal user experience.

Tooling

Creating bespoke tools that enhance productivity and align design with development processes.

Collaboration

Facilitating effective communication and alignment among designers, developers, and stakeholders for cohesive project outcomes.

Workshops & Speaking

Leading teams in best practices and tools for continuous improvement while sharing insights at conferences to inspire others.

Auditing

Assessing your current design systems, front-end architecture, or workflows to pinpoint areas for enhancement and ensure efficiency.

Accessibility

Ensuring that your design and code comply with accessibility standards, making products inclusive and usable for all audiences.

Success Stories

Over the years, I’ve collaborated with various organizations to tackle complex challenges in design systems, design tokens, and front-end architecture. My focus has been on creating cohesive systems that deliver consistency and scalability across platforms. The following success stories showcase key projects where I’ve helped deliver impactful solutions, streamline workflows, and enhance user experiences.

UCL

At UCL, I worked to improve their digital experience through a series of design system enhancements, including:

• Designed a site-wide search system based on provided wireframes.
• Created all components and patterns using existing design system tokens.
• Developed new components and patterns to extend their design system.

Monotype

At Monotype, I contributed to shaping their design systems and digital tools through several impactful initiatives, including:

• Led the creation and development of Monotype’s Marketing Design System.
• Developed tooling for component creation and type specimen page generation.
• Provided development support for Monotype’s Shopify storefront.
• Extended the Design System for their subscription service.

EMBL

At EMBL, I was instrumental in establishing their new design system language and front-end architecture. My work involved:

• Collaborated with the Digital Design team to define the design system language.
• Developed the front-end architecture for the Design System.
• Worked with stakeholders to align naming conventions, component structures, and system consistency.
• Created documentation for smooth handover and future development.

Springer Nature

At Springer Nature, I contributed to multiple initiatives during technical updates, including:

• Assisted with front-end work during server migrations and back-end updates across several sites.
• Joined the new Design System team to focus on front-end development.
• Worked on the creation of a new Design System documentation site.
• Introduced design tokens to standardize and streamline design implementation.
• Upgraded the CSS for typography across key properties using design tokens.
• Created tooling to ensure consistent design token usage across components.