John HowreyDesign LeaderCase Studies

Now DigitalOcean

Previous SCAD
IBM
Skeptic
Philographica
Selbert Perkins

 howrey’s to-do list
  • Amplify the Echoes of Personalization
  • Transform Technology
  • Paint a Canvas of Interactions
  • Ensure Resonance Beyond Function
  • Marry Precision with Passion
  • Craft Memorable Experiences
  • Give Voice to Design
  • Look Beyond the Click
  • Embrace the Extraordinary
  • Feel and Foster Impact


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Set users up for success

Revamping User Onboarding at DigitalOcean DigitalOcean's user onboarding experience was marked by complexity, deterring potential long-term engagement from new users, especially those less experienced with cloud infrastructure.

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Empowerment by Design

The Democratization of AI Interactions
Our design transformed the cumbersome, traditional setup process into an empowering, app-like experience, slashing installation times by over 90% and significantly enhancing user satisfaction.

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design as experimentation

Designing for growthDigitalOcean needed to accelerate user acquisition and improve customer retention rates to compete more effectively in the cloud computing market.

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All the World’s a Map

A Cartographers view of Musical TheatreNavigating the intricate web of Broadway collaborations through a visually compelling subway map, connecting musical theatre enthusiasts to the rich history of the stage.

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Luxury Reimagined

The Digital Metamorphosis of Joanna CzechElevating a celebrity aesthetician's brand from functional to phenomenal, turning a grayscale start into a multi-million dollar success.

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From Canvas to Concept

Painting Impact with Every PixelForging a bold, new identity for Impact Arts, capturing two decades of artistic collaboration and innovation in every design element.

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