Analysis & Planning
I met with the leadership of the Secretaría de las Culturas, las Artes y los Patrimonios de los Pueblos de Honduras (SECAPPH) to identify their priorities and define clear objectives for the website. During these discussions, the Communications Department (DIRCOM) highlighted the importance of showcasing the Virtual Library, enabling visitors to easily explore and access books published by the institution. They also mention the need for prominent sections dedicated to News and Upcoming Events to keep the audience engaged and informed. Based on this input, I outlined a strategic plan to organize the site’s content, ensuring it reflected SECAPPH’s mission and delivered an effective digital experience.
Interface Design
The design phase was a collaborative effort conducted in Figma, working closely with SECAPPH’s graphic designer to preserve the organization’s visual identity (“línea gráfica”) through consistent use of colors, typography, and previously defined design elements. The result was a clean, modern interface aligned with UI/UX principles, crafted to be visually appealing while maintaining the institutional character. This process balanced creativity with functionality, producing an intuitive layout that effectively guides users through the site’s offerings.
Development in WordPress
After finalizing the design, I moved to implementation using WordPress and Elementor Pro. The development phase involved updating and building out key sections of the site: the Department of Art, Department of Heritage, Department of Music, Department of Education and Artistic Formation, and the Virtual Library. Each section was carefully crafted to be responsive, user-friendly, and aligned with the approved design, ensuring a seamless experience across all devices and easy access to the institution’s resources and updates.
Quality Assurance & Optimization
Before the official launch, I carried out a comprehensive review to test the site on multiple devices and browsers, verifying that all interactive elements, forms, and navigation worked flawlessly. I also focused on optimizing performance and load times, refining the mobile experience, and ensuring accessibility for a broad audience. Final refinements were made based on feedback from the SECAPPH team to guarantee the highest quality presentation.
Pre-Launch and Official Launch
In the pre-launch phase, I ran performance and stress tests using Loader.io, successfully verifying that the site could handle concurrent users without performance degradation. I also configured caching to further improve speed and efficiency. Before migrating, I backed up the previous version of the website to preserve its data and structure. For the official launch, I deployed the development version to the main domain, ensuring a seamless transition with minimal downtime.
Reflections & Insights
The project culminated in the official presentation of the website during an event organized by SECAPPH on July 21, 2025, at the BCIE in Tegucigalpa, with approximately 50 invited guests. This project gave me the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to SECAPPH’s mission of promoting Honduran art, culture, and heritage. I strengthened my ability to integrate institutional branding into digital design and gained valuable experience collaborating with internal communications and design teams.
