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SoftDoes partners with Chicago companies on user interface design that converts. Senior UI/UX talent, WCAG 2.1 AA compliance, and design systems that integrate cleanly with your engineering stack.

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  • 6

    years on the market

  • 73%

    new clients come from referrals

  • 510+

    finished projects

  • 80+

    software engineers

Services we offer

  • 01User Interface Design

    > VISUALLY APPEALING DESIGNS THAT PERFORM. <

    A well crafted UI ensures seamless interaction between users and digital platforms. We approach interface design with equal attention to visual appeal and functional clarity. Visual hierarchy strategically highlights the most important elements, guiding users' attention to key actions and information. This improves engagement and conversion rates across web and mobile devices. Consistency in user interface design ensures that users can navigate a digital product effortlessly. Our UI components reduce cognitive load and enhance usability. We implement design systems that maintain visual coherence across every screen size while reinforcing your brand's identity. Simplicity is a cornerstone of successful interface design, and we focus on essential elements that support business objectives without overwhelming website visitors.

    • Component based design systems
    • Responsive layouts for all screen sizes
    • Interactive elements with clear feedback
    • Brand messaging integration
    • Accessibility first implementation

    > MODERN UI DESIGN THAT ENGAGES USERS. <

    How do you measure whether your interface actually works? We track key performance indicators tied directly to user engagement and business success, with a focus on user friendly functionality to improve user experience and conversion rates. Our approach ensures your website is not only visually appealing but also intuitive and responsive, making navigation and content accessibility seamless for every visitor. We analyze how users interact with your product, mapping user interactions and testing interface elements to optimize usability and engagement. By tracking and optimizing these user interactions, we help you identify friction points and enhance microinteractions, leading to higher engagement and improved conversion rates.

    • Conversion rate optimization
    • Bounce rate reduction
    • Task completion analysis
    • User satisfaction scoring

  • 02User Experience Design

    > FRICTION KILLS CONVERSIONS. WE FIX THAT. <

    User experience design determines whether your digital product succeeds or fails. Our team conducts user research through interviews, surveys, and usability testing to identify pain points that cause drop off. We map user behavior across every touchpoint and restructure information architecture to eliminate confusion. The result is intuitive interfaces that guide your target audience toward meaningful actions without frustration. Chicago companies face unique challenges. Your actual users expect the same polish they experience from national platforms. Legacy systems often create friction that damages user satisfaction and conversion rates. We solve these problems by defining user personas, optimizing user flows, and implementing feedback loops that surface issues before they compound. Effective user research involves various methods such as surveys, interviews, and usability testing, which give valuable insights that inform design decisions and improve user experience.

    • Information architecture mapping
    • Usability testing with target users
    • User flow optimization
    • Accessibility compliance audits
    • Continuous improvement cycles

  • 03Product Design Services

    > END TO END DESIGN THAT SHIPS <

    Product design connects user needs with your business strategy. We run discovery sessions to align stakeholders on goals, then move into rapid prototyping to test assumptions before committing to full development. This approach reduces risk and accelerates time to market. Our design process integrates human centered design principles with technical feasibility assessments, ensuring what we design is what your development team can actually implement. Chicago businesses undergoing digital transformation need a design partner who understands both the creative and engineering sides. We handle everything from user research and wireframing to high fidelity prototypes and design system documentation. Incorporating user feedback throughout the design process allows for iterative improvements, leading to a more user centered final product. Our product design methodology draws from Design Thinking and Lean UX frameworks adapted for the pace of modern digital innovation.

    • Stakeholder alignment workshops
    • Rapid prototyping and iteration
    • Design system documentation
    • Engineering handoff support
    • Post launch analytics review

> VISUALLY APPEALING DESIGNS THAT PERFORM. <

A well crafted UI ensures seamless interaction between users and digital platforms. We approach interface design with equal attention to visual appeal and functional clarity. Visual hierarchy strategically highlights the most important elements, guiding users' attention to key actions and information. This improves engagement and conversion rates across web and mobile devices. Consistency in user interface design ensures that users can navigate a digital product effortlessly. Our UI components reduce cognitive load and enhance usability. We implement design systems that maintain visual coherence across every screen size while reinforcing your brand's identity. Simplicity is a cornerstone of successful interface design, and we focus on essential elements that support business objectives without overwhelming website visitors.

  • Component based design systems
  • Responsive layouts for all screen sizes
  • Interactive elements with clear feedback
  • Brand messaging integration
  • Accessibility first implementation

> MODERN UI DESIGN THAT ENGAGES USERS. <

How do you measure whether your interface actually works? We track key performance indicators tied directly to user engagement and business success, with a focus on user friendly functionality to improve user experience and conversion rates. Our approach ensures your website is not only visually appealing but also intuitive and responsive, making navigation and content accessibility seamless for every visitor. We analyze how users interact with your product, mapping user interactions and testing interface elements to optimize usability and engagement. By tracking and optimizing these user interactions, we help you identify friction points and enhance microinteractions, leading to higher engagement and improved conversion rates.

  • Conversion rate optimization
  • Bounce rate reduction
  • Task completion analysis
  • User satisfaction scoring

We Turn Technology Into Results

Partner with a team that blends technical precision, creative design, and business insight. We’ll help you launch, scale, and dominate your digital niche.

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PRODUCTS BUILT ACROSS INDUSTRIES

Transparency at each stage

Discovery & Research

We audit audiences and competitors to define pain points, ensuring design solves your specific business challenges.

Design Strategy

Creating concepts and user flows to build an intuitive product structure and seamless interaction logic.

Iterative Prototyping

Real-time progress you can see, from wireframes to high-fidelity mockups that bring your digital vision to life.

Usability Testing

We validate every button and transition through real-world scenarios to eliminate friction before development.

Handoff & Support

Complete design systems and asset delivery with ongoing expert support to ensure pixel-perfect implementation.

PROVEN TRACK RECORD AND EXPERTISE

Start Your UI Design Project. Schedule a consultation with our senior UI/UX team to discuss your digital product goals.

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Numbers Don’t Lie

Recent projects showcasing how we design, engineer, and deliver production-ready software solutions.

  • Finance
  • Energy
2026

Deepwater Insights

Deepwater Insights delivers proprietary alternative data and niche research on the offshore drilling and energy sector to institutional investors, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals who require coverage that larger firms don't provide.
Outcome
A brand-aligned editorial platform with premium content architecture gave Deepwater Insights a professional home for its research and a direct channel to investors beyond social media.
  • 100%Brand Continuity
  • 2Platform Distribution
  • 100%Paywall-Ready Content
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  • Real Estate
2026

The building buyer

The Building Buyer is a Florida-based real estate investment firm co-founded by Dylan Troiano and Charles Hanlin. They acquire single-family, multifamily, and commercial properties across South Florida and beyond, with a focus on motivated seller opportunities.
Outcome
SoftDoes built a proprietary lead generation and data extraction system that replaced hours of manual research each day, freeing the team to focus on deals instead of data.
  • 18Weekly hours saved
  • 2+Years Ongoing partnership
  • 1Fully owned Platform
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  • Education
  • Non-Profit
2026

WOVEN & NICE

Woven is a Spring Valley, NY nonprofit running the NICE program (New Training Inclusive Community Environment) in four Rockland County schools. Their team supports students through restorative practices, mediation, and professional development for teachers and administrators.
Outcome
A full website rebuild gave Woven a cleaner, more navigable donation experience and a stronger digital presence to support their push into new school districts.
  • 4Schools Served
  • 4Weeks to Launch
  • 1STTime on Upwork
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  • Healthcare
2026

CareInTouch

CareInTouch is a Bay Area home health agency providing skilled nursing and therapy services to patients referred from hospitals and clinics. With over 100 staff, they operate in one of the most complex and compliance-driven healthcare markets in the country.
Outcome
SoftDoes built a custom compliance and billing monitoring app that eliminated missed deadlines, reduced revenue loss, and gave ownership real-time oversight of the entire care workflow.
  • 40% Reduction In Billing Errors
  • 100+Staff Operations Managed
  • 0Missed Compliance Deadlines
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  • Startup
2026

Sparkle The Cleaning Service

Sparkle The Cleaning Service is a Detroit-area residential cleaning company with 10 years in business, connecting homeowners with vetted, insured independent cleaners through a subscription-based marketplace platform.
Outcome
Launched a two-sided marketplace that removes the middleman from cleaning transactions, letting cleaners earn more while giving customers a transparent, trust-first booking experience.
  • 75% Platform Transparency
  • 2XPlatform Growth
  • 40%Higher User Retention
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  • Startup
2026

DineMate

DineMate is a Maryland-based dating and connecting platform built around verified profiles, restaurant reservations, and prepaid dining experiences. Founded to bring back authenticity to how people meet and connect.
Outcome
A fully custom web app, live on AWS, replaced a stalled mobile build and gave a first-time founder a scalable foundation to pursue users, partnerships, and investor capital.
  • 60% Time Saved
  • 99%System Reliability
  • 40%Higher User Retention
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  • Healthcare
2026

Prior Authorization AI

Prior Authorization AI is a healthcare automation startup building AI-powered tools to streamline prior authorization for Medicare and Medicaid medical transportation providers in New Jersey.
Outcome
Replaced a 16-hour manual document collection process with an automated intake and submission pipeline, freeing the founder to focus on clinical oversight instead of clerical work.
  • 16Weekly hours saved
  • 63%Admin time reduced
  • 43%Fewer submission errors
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  • Education
2026

Grand Central Language Services

Grand Central Language Services provides translation and interpretation for organizations operating in complex, multilingual environments. As demand grew, internal workflows became harder to manage. SoftDoes built a custom platform to streamline coordination, improve visibility, and support scalable operations.
Outcome
The new platform brought structure to daily operations, improving project organization, reducing manual coordination, and increasing visibility across workflows. The system now supports more reliable delivery and gives the team a foundation for growth.
  • 72%Workflow Reduction
  • 48%Coordination Reduction
  • 83%Visibility Increase
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  • Healthcare
2026

FMY Orthodontics

FMY Orthodontics, a multi-location practice in West Tennessee, partnered with SoftDoes to replace a spreadsheet-based financial workflow with a custom web platform. The goal was to simplify how staff present treatment financing while allowing patients and families to review and complete decisions remotely.
Outcome
The new platform streamlined internal workflows and removed manual spreadsheet work while giving patients a more flexible, modern experience. Staff spend less time coordinating financing, and families can review and finalize plans from home with ease.
  • 60%Workflow Reduction
  • 75%Remote Adoption
  • 5Locations Aligned
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2025

FORBIDDEN ALCHEMY

Forbidden Alchemy is a Shopify-based e-commerce store created for a bold, underground fashion brand rooted in metalcore and occult aesthetics. The goal was to deliver a high-impact online experience that reflects the brand’s dark identity while providing smooth, conversion-focused shopping for mobile-first users.
Outcome
We developed a custom Shopify theme, immersive product experiences, and mobile-responsive UX. Every visual element—from typography to interactions—was tailored to strengthen the emotional pull of the brand within alternative subcultures.
  • 68%Faster Checkout
  • 41%Repeat Customers
  • 35%Cart Abandonment
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2024

Bokeyno Motorsports

Bokeyno Motorsports is the leading mobile installer of vertical doors for high-performance cars. This Shopify website isn’t just about services—it’s a bold statement of power, style, and expertise. With a sharp layout, strong visuals, and real-world case studies, the site delivers all the information car enthusiasts need to book confidently and instantly.
Outcome
With a mix of dynamic layouts, curated gallery sections, and fast-loading interactions, we kept the user journey focused on action—whether it’s learning about supported models or requesting a quote.
  • 54%Booking Requests
  • 43%Lead Conversion
  • 32%Qualified Inquiries
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2025

ai document processing platform

A comprehensive talent solution designed to help companies attract, hire, and retain top talent more effectively. The platform combines AI-powered recruitment technology with employee financial wellbeing programs, enabling smarter hiring decisions while supporting employees’ financial stability and long-term engagement.
Outcome
The new software significantly reduced staff steps for presenting and managing patient financing, replacing a manual workflow with a single streamlined system and improving clarity for both staff and patients.
  • 62%Faster Processing Time
  • 78%Less Manual Work
  • 35%Improved Accuracy
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WHAT IT WAS LIKE TO BUILD TOGETHER

Direct feedback from founders and product owners – including our partners right here in Chicago, IL – after shipping, scaling, and maintaining real production systems.

WHAT CHANGED IN PRACTICE

Clients didn’t stay because of promises. They stayed because delivery became predictable, ownership was clear, and the product kept moving forward after launch.

  • You work directly with senior engineers and designers who have deep industry expertise. There are no account managers filtering communication or junior staff learning on your project. Our Chicago based UI designers bring years of experience in regulated industries and complex systems. This direct access means faster decisions and better outcomes. Questions get answered by people who actually do the work. Your project benefits from proven track record rather than theoretical knowledge.

  • We commit to timelines and meet them. Our design process includes clear milestones, regular check ins, and transparent progress tracking. You know exactly where your project stands at any moment. We identify risks early and communicate proactively about any adjustments. This predictability lets you plan your business strategy around reliable delivery dates. No surprises means smoother launches and better coordination with your internal teams.

  • Our design systems and documentation ensure your product continues to work after we hand it off. We create comprehensive component libraries with clear guidelines for future updates. Your development team can maintain and extend the interface without starting over. We focus on sustainable approaches that reduce long term maintenance costs. Every design decision considers future modifications and team transitions. Your investment in UI design continues generating value for years.

  • Our teams operate autonomously and communicate clearly without constant oversight. You set the direction and we execute. Regular updates keep you informed without demanding your time on minor decisions. We bring solutions rather than problems to your attention. This independence frees you to focus on your core business while we handle the design work. Trust develops quickly when results consistently match expectations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is communication handled during UI design projects?

We establish clear communication channels at project kickoff based on your preferences. Most clients use Slack or Teams for daily questions and weekly video calls for design reviews. You have direct access to the designers and engineers working on your interface design. We share progress through collaborative tools like Figma where you can comment directly on designs. Response times are typically within a few hours during business hours. Communication frequency adjusts based on project phase and your involvement preferences.

What types of user interface design projects are a good fit for SoftDoes?

We take on projects ranging from quick UI refreshes to comprehensive product redesigns. Complex enterprise interfaces with regulatory requirements are a particular strength. Startups needing to move fast and iterate based on user feedback find our rapid prototyping approach valuable. We work with companies at any stage, whether launching a new digital product or modernizing legacy systems. Cross platform projects requiring consistent experience across web and mobile devices align well with our capabilities. Your project scope and timeline matter less than clarity about goals.

Do you create cross platform UI solutions or focus on specific platforms?

We design for web, iOS, Android, and emerging platforms including voice interfaces and wearables. Most clients need interfaces that work across multiple screen sizes and devices. Our design systems approach ensures visual consistency whether users access your product on desktop or mobile app. We adapt our UI components for platform specific patterns while maintaining your brand`s identity. Cross platform work includes responsive web design and native mobile interfaces. Platform selection depends on where your target audience spends time.

How many revision rounds are included in the interface design process?

We include revision rounds at each design phase rather than limiting total revisions. Discovery and wireframing typically involve two to three rounds of feedback loops before moving to visual design. High fidelity designs include structured review cycles with clear criteria for sign off. We encourage iteration because incorporating user feedback throughout the process leads to better outcomes. Revision scope is defined collaboratively to keep projects moving forward. Additional rounds beyond scope are billed transparently at hourly rates.

What happens after the user interface design launch?

We offer ongoing support packages for post launch optimization and maintenance. This includes monitoring user behavior analytics to identify improvement opportunities. Many clients retain us for iterative updates based on real user insights gathered after launch. We can handle bug fixes, feature additions, and design system extensions. Support agreements are flexible and scale based on your needs. Continuous improvement keeps your interface competitive as user expectations evolve in the digital landscape.

Will we own the code and intellectual property from the UI design work?

Yes, you own everything we create for your project. Full ownership transfers upon final payment. This includes design files, component libraries, documentation, and any custom code. You can modify, extend, or hand off materials to another team without restrictions. We retain no rights to use your designs elsewhere. Clear IP ownership is standard in our contracts and protects your investment in user interface design.

What makes SoftDoes different from a typical UI design agency?

We combine design expertise with real engineering capability. Most agencies hand off Figma files and walk away. Our team ensures designs are implementable, performant, and maintainable in production code. When choosing a UI/UX design agency, it is essential to evaluate their expertise in your specific industry. We have deep experience in regulated industries where compliance matters. Our user interface design Chicago clients value this technical depth. Effective communication and collaboration are factors that set us apart from vendors who treat design as decoration.

How do you price UI design projects?

We offer fixed price and time and materials models depending on project clarity. Well defined scopes work best with fixed pricing that lets you budget accurately. Exploratory projects where requirements evolve benefit from hourly arrangements. Investing in UI/UX design services is a strategic investment, and our pricing reflects senior level expertise rather than junior rates. We provide detailed proposals breaking down phases, deliverables, and costs. Pricing conversations happen early so there are no surprises.

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