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Handboek Geluk
Handboek Geluk is a responsive website for a self-guided happiness handbook offering 366 scientifically-backed daily exercises for mental well-being.
The challenge was to translate a dense, year-long program of happiness exercises into an intuitive digital experience that balances scientific credibility with approachable daily engagement. The site needed to feel personal yet authoritative, guiding users through 366 distinct activities without overwhelming them.
<meta name="client" content="Handboek Geluk by Jetze Valkema" /><meta name="industry" content="Education & Wellness" /><meta name="role" content="Design & Front-End Development" /><meta name="year" content="2023" /><meta name="deliverables" content="Responsive Website, Content Architecture, Interactive UI Components" /><meta name="format" content="Responsive Web App" /><meta name="tech-stack" content="Astro, Tailwind CSS, JavaScript" />// Approach
The design prioritizes clarity and consistency, using a restrained color palette and modular typography to ensure readability across exercises. The layout emphasizes the daily cadence of the program, with each exercise presented as a distinct, self-contained unit. The integration of scientific references (e.g., 'wetenschappelijk onderbouwd') is handled subtly to reinforce credibility without disrupting the user’s flow. The Astro framework was chosen for its performance and ability to handle static content efficiently, while Tailwind CSS enabled rapid, responsive styling aligned with the brand’s minimalist aesthetic.
// Outcome
The website successfully distills a complex, year-long program into a frictionless daily experience, with users able to quickly navigate between exercises and track their progress. The minimalist design and scientific framing have contributed to user trust and engagement, as evidenced by the site’s focus on practicality and measurable outcomes.