DARK ROASTERS

How to enhance sales and sell the vision through great design

Dark Roasters, a distinguished coffee roaster known for its outstanding dark-roasted coffee beans, struggled to enhance its online presence. Their brand promise was all about making great coffee, but how do we make this vision stand out in the digital noise? We have decided to use the power of visuals that appeal to the senses. Furthermore, to cultivate the right emotions, we chose a design that not only impresses but also performs.

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A digital marketing image showing a laptop and tablet against a neutral background. The laptop screen displays the "DARK ROASTERS" homepage with a prominent image of a coffee machine and the slogan "COME TO THE DARK SIDE, WE HAVE BEANS!". The tablet is positioned in front and shows the coffee product selection page with detailed descriptions and "ADD TO CART" options.A digital marketing image showing a laptop and tablet against a neutral background. The laptop screen displays the "DARK ROASTERS" homepage with a prominent image of a coffee machine and the slogan "COME TO THE DARK SIDE, WE HAVE BEANS!". The tablet is positioned in front and shows the coffee product selection page with detailed descriptions and "ADD TO CART" options.

Designing a bold, coffee-centric experience

Our whole design revolved around coffee, with deep and inviting aesthetics, much like a rich cup of dark roast. We dared to incorporate a predominantly dark color palette with significant black-and-white contrasts. These colors harmoniously embodied the essence of Dark Roasters' coffee, creating a multisensory experience for visitors.

A mock-up presentation of a website on a laptop and smartphone screen, both devices are on a light background. The laptop displays the homepage of "DARK ROASTERS" with a headline "COME TO THE DARK SIDE, WE HAVE BEANS!" and an image of a coffee machine. The smartphone shows a step-by-step guide for brewing coffee. Various coffee products and brewing accessories are also featured.digital mock-up of a web page for "DARK ROASTERS" coffee shop displayed on a computer monitor. The top section features an image of a coffee roasting machine with a caption "COME TO THE DARK SIDE, WE HAVE BEANS!" Below, the page includes a narrative about the brand's passion for creating memorable coffee experiences, an image of coffee brewing equipment, and a selection of coffee products such as "COLOMBIA SUPREMO", "ETHIOPIA", "BRAZIL CERRADO", and "KENYA GAKUYU", with prices starting at $11.99. A call to action button "FIND YOUR PERFECT ROAST" is also visible.
A neatly organized coffee brewing setup on a wooden surface against a dark textured background. The scene includes "DARK ROASTERS" coffee bags, a glass coffee server with a dripper, a kettle, a bowl of ground coffee, and a measuring scoop, creating an inviting atmosphere for coffee enthusiasts.A neatly organized coffee brewing setup on a wooden surface against a dark textured background. The scene includes "DARK ROASTERS" coffee bags, a glass coffee server with a dripper, a kettle, a bowl of ground coffee, and a measuring scoop, creating an inviting atmosphere for coffee enthusiasts.
A candid photo of a smiling woman sitting comfortably in a well-lit room, holding a mug of coffee. She appears relaxed and content, enjoying her drink.A candid photo of a smiling woman sitting comfortably in a well-lit room, holding a mug of coffee. She appears relaxed and content, enjoying her drink.

Visuals appealing to senses

To capture the spirit of their product, we meticulously curated a gallery of high-quality images of Dark Roasters' coffee and artful photographs that celebrated the craft of coffee making. These pictures appealed to the users' emotions and senses, helping them imagine the feeling of drinking excellent coffee—making the website persuasive and converting.

A web page from "DARK ROASTERS" titled "TASTE THE PERFECTION IN EVERY CUP" featuring a selection of coffee products. The page includes categories like Espresso, Filter, and Equipment, with rows of coffee bags like "COLOMBIA SUPREMO" and "KENYA GAKUYU" with pricing starting from $11.99.A web page from "DARK ROASTERS" titled "TASTE THE PERFECTION IN EVERY CUP" featuring a selection of coffee products. The page includes categories like Espresso, Filter, and Equipment, with rows of coffee bags like "COLOMBIA SUPREMO" and "KENYA GAKUYU" with pricing starting from $11.99.
A detailed product page for "KENYA GAKUYU" coffee on the "DARK ROASTERS" website. It lists the price of $14.99, with options for 250g or 1000g bags. Descriptive text details the coffee's taste profile, including notes of pomegranate, raspberries, and rose tea, and other information like country of origin, altitude, and processing method.A detailed product page for "KENYA GAKUYU" coffee on the "DARK ROASTERS" website. It lists the price of $14.99, with options for 250g or 1000g bags. Descriptive text details the coffee's taste profile, including notes of pomegranate, raspberries, and rose tea, and other information like country of origin, altitude, and processing method.
A smartphone screen showcasing an advertisement for "LIMITED EDITIONG" coffees. It invites users to experience extraordinary flavors with single-origin beans and blends, highlighting a "COLOMBIA IMBACHI" option starting at $11.99.A smartphone screen showcasing an advertisement for "LIMITED EDITIONG" coffees. It invites users to experience extraordinary flavors with single-origin beans and blends, highlighting a "COLOMBIA IMBACHI" option starting at $11.99.
A close-up shot of a coffee extraction process, with a stream of coffee pouring into a white cup from an espresso machine, displaying the rich crema on top. The focus is on the action of the pour, with the machine in the background.A close-up shot of a coffee extraction process, with a stream of coffee pouring into a white cup from an espresso machine, displaying the rich crema on top. The focus is on the action of the pour, with the machine in the background.
Two bags of "DARK ROASTERS" coffee beans lying on a light surface, one labeled "BRAZIL CERRADO" and the other "KENYA GAKUYU", with distinctive black geometric patterns on each bag indicating the variety of the coffee.Two bags of "DARK ROASTERS" coffee beans lying on a light surface, one labeled "BRAZIL CERRADO" and the other "KENYA GAKUYU", with distinctive black geometric patterns on each bag indicating the variety of the coffee.

A seamless, user-centric shopping experience

We wanted our design to be captivating but, first and foremost, functional. When building the online shop, we strove to offer coffee lovers a smooth and straightforward shopping experience. The design approach focused on simplicity and clarity. We developed our shopping cart UX with intuitiveness in mind, leading the visitors step by step to completing the purchase.

An overview of a shopping cart interface on a light background. It details products like "KENYA Rukira" and "BRAZIL Cerrado" with respective prices, quantities, and a subtotal. Below, suggestions for other items like "COLOMBIA SUPREMO" and equipment like a "HARIO POUR OVER KIT" are presented. Shipping options and payment methods, including credit card and PayPal, are clearly outlined.An overview of a shopping cart interface on a light background. It details products like "KENYA Rukira" and "BRAZIL Cerrado" with respective prices, quantities, and a subtotal. Below, suggestions for other items like "COLOMBIA SUPREMO" and equipment like a "HARIO POUR OVER KIT" are presented. Shipping options and payment methods, including credit card and PayPal, are clearly outlined.

An elegant coffee haven that converts

The final product was a visually captivating website that breathed life into Dark Roasters' brand and their love for dark coffee. The design, with its dark and straightforward aesthetics, reminded the viewers of the art of coffee-making and created a sensory experience that resonated with the brand's values.

From the unique color palette to the high-quality imagery, every design element was thoughtfully considered to evoke the feeling of drinking exclusive coffee. The e-shop's UX seamlessly integrates with the website, enhancing the overall shopping experience.

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