https://dangauthier.page/categories/design/ Recent content in Design on Dan Gauthier Hugo en-us Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://dangauthier.page/posts/tia-the-coffee-cup-is-now-the-face-of-today-i-am/ Sun, 01 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://dangauthier.page/posts/tia-the-coffee-cup-is-now-the-face-of-today-i-am/ Tia the tea cup is the new friendly face of the Today I Am app. She&#39;s warm, quirky, and maybe a little existential. https://dangauthier.page/posts/the-life-badger-mascot-a-symbol-of-achievement-and-possibility/ Sun, 09 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://dangauthier.page/posts/the-life-badger-mascot-a-symbol-of-achievement-and-possibility/ <p>I’m absolutely thrilled with how the <a href="https://apps.apple.com/app/id6502265931">Life Badger</a> app icon and mascot turned out. There’s something so special about seeing a little character that represents the heart of what I’ve built. The badger is playful yet determined, quirky yet lovable, and just a little bit cheeky, exactly the kind of vibe I wanted to convey in an app that’s all about achieving goals and celebrating progress.</p> <p>What really makes the badger stand out is how it feels like a companion on your journey. Every time the little face pops up on the screen, it brings a smile to my face, especially on the Apple TV. There’s something about seeing the badger’s expression, whether it’s as you unlock a new achievement or simply navigate through the app, that just feels like a pat on the back. It’s a small, but comforting, reminder that we’re all capable of accomplishing great things, even when the process feels like a challenge.</p>