Portfolio Site Information Architecture Map

I created an information architecture map to plan the structure of a portfolio website, focusing on navigation clarity, content organization, and user flow. The goal was to make it easier for users to understand the site quickly and move through the content with minimal friction.

Project Details

  • Role: UX & Information Architecture Designer
  • Tools: Figma
  • Deliverables: Site map / content structure diagram for a portfolio website

Problem

  • Portfolio sites can become confusing when projects and pages are not clearly organized
  • Users need to understand quickly where to go and how content is grouped
  • Strong structure improves navigation, scanning, and overall usability

Audience

  • Recruiters and hiring managers reviewing work quickly
  • Potential clients looking for specific services or projects
  • Visitors needing a clear path through portfolio content

Process

Content Organization

I grouped content into clear categories so users could understand the overall structure of the site at a glance and move toward the information they needed.

Navigation Planning

I mapped relationships between pages to reduce friction and make the navigation feel intuitive, especially for recruiters scanning the portfolio quickly.

User Flow Thinking

I focused on how users would move from the homepage to project pages and supporting information, making sure the structure supported quick understanding and clear next steps.

Solution

  • Built a clear content structure for the portfolio website
  • Defined page relationships to improve navigation clarity
  • Supported faster scanning for recruiters and potential clients
  • Reduced friction between homepage, work, and case study pages

Visuals

Site structure map showing how key portfolio pages and user paths were organized.

Outcome

  • Created a clearer and more intentional structure for the portfolio
  • Improved navigation logic between core pages and case studies
  • Supported a more user-friendly experience for quick portfolio review

What I Learned

  • Clear structure can make a portfolio easier to understand and navigate
  • Information architecture decisions directly affect usability and flow
  • Planning before building helps create stronger user experiences