Bisses du Valais - Website design

As part of my semester module: Interface Design, I was tasked with visually and conceptually analyzing an existing website’s structure and developing a new design system and overall UI proposal. The objective was to draw inspiration from the original design language while reinterpreting and reinventing it. The goal was to propose a contemporary and innovative graphic system and hierarchy that offers a fresh, forward-thinking perspective

Problem statement

The original website for Bisses du Valais museum is content-heavy, but its outdated information architecture makes navigation difficult. Key information is hard to find, and the lack of cohesive branding and consistent design weakens the overall experience, highlighting a clear opportunity for strategic design intervention to improve structure and clarity.

Solution

The redesign of the Bisse du Valais Museum website is guided by a philosophy of clarity, Simplicity, and purpose. The interface is built on a minimalistic foundation, allowing the museum’s story, imagery, and heritage to remain the focal point. By reducing visual noise and avoiding unnecessary decorative elements, the design encourages visitors to explore content effortlessly and intuitively.

Original website: home page Original website: inventory of irrigation channels Original website: museum page

Analyzing the existing structure - Site map / Building Blocks

Site map of the original website

New Website design

New homepage on a laptop
The homepage clearly divides the website into five main sections. Each section links directly to its corresponding destination, allowing users to quickly find the information they need without having to navigate through the entire site.
Interactive timeline on a laptop
The website effectively highlights the cultural and historical significance of the bisses in the Valais region. An interactive timeline, enhanced with hover effects and animations, reveals related information in an engaging way.
Inventory of irrigation channels page Ciné Musée page New homepage, side view Offers page