Team Behind the Design
Web Design Analysis
When it comes to student-focused sites, three things matter to me:
- The design has to pull you in, not just fill space.
- Navigation should make sense immediately. No guessing games.
- Information needs to be broken down so it feels usable, not overwhelming.
Iglu's design reflects these priorities with personality and clarity.
- UX Design: Navigation is structured around student needs, with accommodation details, pricing, and application steps surfaced quickly. For international students, this direct path reduces friction and builds confidence.
- Visual Direction: The playful graphics and light tone give the site a sense of warmth. To me, it feels more like an introduction to a community than a property listing.
- Creativity: Micro-interactions and alternating layouts break repetition. I find that these touches make the site memorable while still serving its practical role.
- Branding: A consistent, youthful identity runs through type, color, and imagery. The site positions Iglu not only as housing but as part of a student lifestyle.
What Brands & Agencies Can Learn from Iglu
Iglu’s site demonstrates how design can provide clarity to guide students while fostering a sense of belonging.
1. Keep Layouts Clear and Direct
Present information in a structure that is easy to scan, helping international students feel confident when comparing options from afar.
2. Use Personality to Build Community
Bring in playful graphics and a youthful tone to make the site feel welcoming, encouraging visitors to see themselves as part of the student lifestyle.
3. Reinforce Identity Through Consistency
Carry the same energy across visuals, copy, and interactions to present housing as more than accommodation, but as a lifestyle choice students can trust.
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