How I Approach Responsive Design in Real-World Projects

Published by Shanay Mohammad
Published by Shanay Mohammad

Responsive design isn’t just a checkbox—it’s a process. Every project I deliver, from WellnessRC to BlackGate Management, is crafted to adapt gracefully across screens.

My Mobile-First Workflow

I always start with mobile. Here’s how:

  1. Layout is designed for 360px screens first
  2. Units are set using rem, %, or vw/vh
  3. Media queries are added only when layout truly needs to shift
  4. I test on real devices, not just browser tools

Design Considerations

  • Touch Targets: Buttons are large enough for thumbs

  • Typography: Readable at small sizes (16px+)

  • Image Handling: Use of object-fit: cover; and picture elements

Real-World Example

On BlackGate Management, I built a flexible grid system that stacks vertically on phones and expands to a multi-column layout on desktop. I also made sure that phone numbers were tappable on mobile, improving conversions.

The goal of responsive design isn’t just looking good — it’s making users feel like the site was designed for them, on whatever screen they’re using.

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