This website represents a modern interpretation of classic grid system design principles, drawing inspiration from Josef Müller-Brockmann's seminal work Grid Systems in Graphic Design. The site combines timeless design theory with cutting-edge web technologies to create a responsive, accessible, and performant digital experience.
Design Philosophy
The layout is built on a four-column grid system that adapts seamlessly across different viewport sizes. This approach provides:
- Visual harmony and balance
- Consistent spacing and alignment
- Flexible content organization
- Improved readability and hierarchy
Technical Implementation
Core Technologies
- Framework: Built with Next.js 15 using the App Router for optimal performance and SEO
- Styling: Combines Tailwind CSS for utility-first styling with shadcn/ui for beautiful, accessible components
- Typography: Uses Inter, a modern sans-serif typeface designed for screens
- Content: Powered by MDX for rich, interactive content authoring
Grid System
The site implements a custom grid component system that provides:
1<Grid>2 <Row>3 <Child className="col-span-2"></Child> // Content spans two columns4 <Child></Child> // Single column content5 </Row>6</Grid>
This system allows for flexible layouts while maintaining consistent spacing and alignment across all pages.
Performance Optimizations
- Server Components for reduced client-side JavaScript
- Optimized font loading with
next/font - Responsive images and lazy loading
- Edge-optimized deployments via Vercel
Development Workflow
The site is built using modern development practices:
- Version control with Git
- Automated deployments through Vercel
- Type safety with TypeScript
- Component-driven development
- MDX for content management
Open Source
This site is built on top of my MDX Starter, which is freely available on GitHub. Feel free to use it as a starting point for your own projects.
Acknowledgments
- Grid Systems in Graphic Design by Josef Mueller-Brockmann
- Inter by Rasmus Andersson
- Tailwind CSS for the utility-first CSS framework
- shadcn/ui for the beautiful component system
- Next.js for the React framework
- Vercel for hosting and deployment
Get in Touch
If you're interested in discussing design systems, web development, or have any questions about this site, feel free to reach out via email or connect with me on GitHub.