I wanted to make my personal website feel less like a standard portfolio and more like a little digital world of its own. I went with a Y2K-inspired aesthetic, using a black background, neon pink and purple accents, Press Start 2P, and Space Mono to create that retro terminal feel.

I also worked on the startup sequence, with messages like “INITIALISING SYSTEM…” and “LOADING STARFIELD…”, alongside a terminal-inspired layout for blog posts and development logs.

One of the main things I’m trying to get right is balancing the visual effects with usability. I want the website to have personality without becoming cluttered or difficult to navigate.

Next up: refining the responsive layout, polishing the interactions, and making the project sections feel more complete.