Design is easy

Good design is hard

Hello. I'm Chris from CWard Studios.
I offer UX Design, Research, &
Front-End / Webflow Dev services.

I create simple, user-centric, and elegant products that solve complex problems

"Chris, whose ability to have a vision and simplify complex workflows with minimal requirements is truly remarkable. His focus on modern design principles and system thinking ensures that projects are not only innovative but also efficient and effective. When thrown into the deep end, Chris hits the ground running, delivering exceptional products with remarkable speed and quality."
Ben Lee
Sr Solutions Architect
Pure Storage
"Chris was instrumental in helping our design project move forward. His experience with both design systems and design strategy were immediate value adds. His research acumen was another huge help as the project demands ramped up. Chris is a talented Design Lead! Any company/project would be lucky to have him!"
Tim Radle
Sr Project Lead
Lextech Global Services
"Chris is a seasoned UX professional. He understands what it takes to create experiences that are highly targeted and engaging. I have had the pleasure to work with Chris on a number of projects and he always takes a user first approach, works well with project managers and developers alike. His breath of knowledge from UX research, design and partnering with technical folks is his greatest strength."
Josh Shoen
Principal XP Engineer
Teradata
"Chris has an innate understanding of branding and user experience, a curious and creative mind, and the technical chops to produce consistently outstanding work. Those qualities, coupled with his professionalism and easygoing demeanor make him a true joy to work with. On the occasions that I've implemented his designs, I've been extremely impressed with his understanding of the technical aspects of design and the collaborative, start-to-finish way he approaches projects."
Alison Boden
Executive Director
Free Speech Coalition