Evaluation Panel

The people behind the perspective.

Ten industry leaders across digital product design, UX architecture, frontend engineering, and creative direction. Every submitted website is evaluated on merit, craft, and lasting utility.

Official Juror · TallyET

Elias Thorne

Former VP of Design at Tally

Elias led the product design and UX architecture at the fintech startup Tally before its closure in early 2026. With over a decade of experience crafting intuitive interfaces, he specializes in simplifying complex data. He is a strong advocate for balancing high-end aesthetics with rigorous Core Web Vitals performance.

Product DesignUX ArchitectureFintech InterfacesCore Web VitalsData Simplification

Focus: Balancing high-end digital aesthetics with…View Profile →

Official Juror · Relay.appML

Maya Linnet

Lead UX Engineer at Relay.app

Before Relay.app shut its doors in 2026, Maya spearheaded the front-end engineering team, blending performant code with pixel-perfect design. She frequently evaluates sites based on their accessibility standards and how well they leverage modern React architectures for inclusive web animation.

UX EngineeringFrontend ArchitectureWeb AccessibilityReact ArchitecturesInclusive Web Animation

Focus: Accessibility standards and inclusive anim…View Profile →

Official Juror · KosmikJM

Julian Mercer

Creative Director at Kosmik

Julian was the creative force behind Kosmik's distinctive spatial interface before the startup wound down. Known for his brutalist-inspired typography and innovative use of WebGL, he currently consults for stealth Web3 and AI startups aiming to break the mold of traditional SaaS design without sacrificing load speed.

Creative DirectionSpatial InterfacesBrutalist TypographyWebGLInteractive SaaS Design

Focus: Brutalist typography…View Profile →

Official Juror · Booth.aiCV

Chloe Vargis

Head of Interactive at Booth.ai

At Booth.ai, Chloe bridged the gap between generative AI and commercial photography interfaces until the platform's sunset in late 2026. Her expertise lies in creating seamless, human-centric workflows, and she has a keen eye for judging interactive sites that maintain strict fail-open semantics.

Interactive DesignGenerative AI InterfacesHuman-Centric WorkflowsCommercial UIFail-Open Interaction

Focus: Seamless human-centric workflows…View Profile →

Official Juror · DcoderTR

Tobias Renn

Technical Director at Dcoder

Tobias drove the architectural vision for Dcoder's web-based mobile coding environment. An expert in crafting highly performant applications, he strictly evaluates how backend latency and serverless edge deployments impact front-end user perception and overall site authority.

Technical ArchitectureServerless Edge DeploymentsLatency OptimizationCode EnvironmentsSite Authority

Focus: Serverless edge deployments…View Profile →

Official Juror · StairsFA

Freya Aland

Senior Art Director at Stairs

Freya led visual strategy for the proptech startup Stairs before it closed its doors in 2026. Known for creating immersive, high-trust digital environments, her work heavily features kinetic typography and custom interactions that guide users through complex financial decisions without overwhelming the browser.

Visual StrategyArt DirectionKinetic TypographyHigh-Trust UIMicro-Interactions

Focus: Kinetic typography and immersive…View Profile →

Official Juror · PandionSK

Silas Kemp

Product Lead at Pandion

Silas drove the digital experience at the logistics network Pandion until its closure. With a background in heavy operational dashboards, he brings a meticulous eye to digital spaces, evaluating entries on how well they pair dense data presentation with lightweight, Next.js-driven performance.

Product StrategyOperational DashboardsData DensityNext.js PerformanceInformation Architecture

Focus: Pairing dense…View Profile →

Official Juror · CovrzyNH

Naomi Hatherley

Product Design Lead at Covrzy

Before the insurtech startup Covrzy ceased operations, Naomi was responsible for translating complex insurance jargon into a friendly, frictionless user journey. She is a master of user psychology and micro-copy, ensuring that digital products not only look beautiful but fundamentally convert and rank well.

Product DesignUser PsychologyMicro-CopyConversion ArchitectureOrganic Discoverability

Focus: User psychology…View Profile →

Official Juror · Merkle TradeAV

Arthur Vance

Chief Creative Officer at Merkle Trade

Arthur oversaw the branding and interface design for the trading platform Merkle Trade. His approach marries ultra-modern aesthetics with rigorous, data-heavy dashboard usability. He is a frequent juror for digital design competitions, prioritizing zero-layout-shift builds and intuitive navigation.

Brand StrategyInterface DesignZero Layout Shift (CLS)Trading InterfacesDashboard Usability

Focus: Marrying ultra-modern aesthetics with zero…View Profile →

Official Juror · JoggrER

Elena Rostova

UI/UX Lead at Joggr

Elena shaped the digital identity of Joggr before the company closed its doors. She specializes in gamified user experiences and motion design, creating interfaces that feel alive. Her signature style involves fluid transitions and deeply intuitive gesture controls, all while maintaining a lean operational footprint.

UI/UX LeadershipGamified ExperiencesMotion DesignFluid TransitionsGesture Controls

Focus: Gamified user experiences…View Profile →

Rigorous Evaluation

How our jury evaluates.

Every submission is independently reviewed across four foundational measures: Concept & Relevance, Design & Craft, Usability & Access, and Original Contribution. Payment never guarantees an award.

Evaluation Criteria →Submit Your Site

The Four Measures

01. Concept & Relevance: Clarity of purpose and audience connection.
02. Design & Craft: Typography, composition, art direction, and detail.
03. Usability & Access: Navigation, responsiveness, performance, and accessibility.
04. Original Contribution: Advancing familiar digital patterns with unusual care.