Time is money, and as a designer, speed matters. I took on a challenge—designing and developing a fully functional CMS blog in just 2 hours using Figma and Framer. Here’s how I did it!

Step 1: Wireframing the Blog Layout

Every great design starts with a plan. I quickly sketched out the blog list page and the blog detail page, ensuring a smooth structure for content presentation.

Step 2: Finding Design Inspiration

Before jumping into UI design, I browsed different blog designs for inspiration—checking typography, spacing, and layouts to ensure a visually appealing and functional interface.

Step 3: Designing the Blog UI

Once inspired, I started designing:

• Blog List Page – A clean and structured layout for easy browsing

• Blog Detail Page – Optimized for readability with perfect typography and spacing

Step 4: Developing in Framer

With the design ready, it was time to bring it to life in Framer. Here’s how I tackled it:

• Built the Blog List Page

  • Developed a structured layout

  • Made it fully responsive across all screen sizes

• Built the Blog Detail Page

  • Ensured smooth navigation and readability

Step 5: Creating a CMS in Framer

To make the blog dynamic and scalable, I set up a CMS for blogs, categories, and writers. This allows easy content management and updates without touching the design.

Step 6: Implementing Search Functionality

A blog isn’t complete without an efficient search feature! I integrated a search function in Framer CMS, allowing users to find blogs instantly based on keywords.

Final Thoughts

From wireframing to a fully functional CMS-powered blog with search functionality—all within 2 hours! This challenge proved that with the right tools, design-to-development can be lightning-fast. 🚀

Would you take on a similar challenge? Let me know your thoughts!