Medium-sized websites brand refresh guide

Purpose

The purpose of this guide is to provide owners of medium-sized websites with all the information they need, in a step-by-step format, including checklists, to update their existing website to the 2025, One UoA brand.

Basics

1. Logo

The logo, logo versions, do’s and don’ts, and file formats for web.

2. Colour

The primary colour palette, accents, tints, and gradients.

3. Type

Our official typeface, specific versions, uses, web formats, and fall back fonts..

4. Shapes

The logo, logo versions, do’s and don’ts, and file formats for web.

5. Graphics

The primary colour palette, accents, tints, and gradients.

Components

6. Header

The consistent, topmost element of a user interface that provides branding, navigation, and immediate access to key information or actions for users.

7. Footer

The footer is a consistent section at the bottom of a web page that provides navigation, contact information, legal notices, and brand elements to enhance user experience and reinforce site credibility.

8. Buttons

Buttons provide clear, actionable triggers for user tasks.

9. Cards

Cards are used to present content in digestible, scannable blocks.

10. Breadcrumbs

Breadcrumbs help users understand their location and navigate back through the site hierarchy.

11. Tabs

Tabs are utilised to group related content while saving space and reducing clutter.

12. Tables

Tables organize and present data for easy reading and comparison.

13. Modals

Modals capture focused user attention for critical tasks or messages.

14. Search

Search enables users find exactly what they need fast. Includes autocomplete and autosuggestion, and search results.

Bonus

15. SEO and Analytics

SEO is the process of improving a website’s visibility in search engine results pages to increase organic website traffic and online presence.

16. Accessibility

Accessibility is a principle that ensures all users, regardless of ability, can comfortably navigate and interact with a product.

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