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E-commerce / Automotive
Platesmiths is a bespoke e-commerce website created for a UK number plate supplier based in Inverurie, Aberdeenshire. The project combines a modern automotive-focused design with a complete online ordering experience, allowing customers to browse plate styles, customise their registration, preview their plates, select options, and place an order online.
E-commerceCustom Product BuilderOnline Shop

Key Features

What we built

The platform combines e-commerce functionality with an interactive product configurator, giving customers a simple way to customise and order their number plates online.
  • 01

    Custom Plate Builder

    A dedicated plate configurator allows customers to enter their registration, choose a plate style, select quantity and size, add optional extras, and see a live preview before ordering.

  • 02

    Live Plate Preview

    An interactive preview displays the customised front and rear plates while customers configure their order, making the selection process more visual and intuitive.

  • 03

    Product Catalogue

    A structured product catalogue was developed for different plate styles.

  • 04

    Product Customisation

    Customers can select plate size, quantity, border options, fitting kits, and additional customisation before adding products to their basket.

Design Approach

How we designed it

The design combines a strong automotive aesthetic with a straightforward e-commerce experience, keeping product customisation and ordering at the centre of the customer journey.
  • 01

    Automotive Visual Style

    A bold, modern visual direction was created to reflect the automotive industry and premium nature of Platesmiths' products.

  • 02

    Product-Focused Design

    Large product visuals, clear pricing, product cards, and structured categories keep the different plate styles at the centre of the experience.

  • 03

    Simple Configuration Flow

    The plate builder was structured as a clear step-by-step journey, allowing customers to configure their plate without unnecessary complexity.

Technologies

How we built it

The technical implementation combines custom UX/UI design, e-commerce development, and bespoke product configuration functionality to create a scalable online platform for Platesmiths.
  • Frontend

    React

    The core frontend library used to build interactive components, dynamic sections, and a smooth user experience across the platform.

  • Backend

    Python

    Backend technology supporting product management, order workflows, customer data handling, and scalable business operations.

  • Design Tool

    Figma

    Design and prototyping tool used to create wireframes, interface concepts, product layouts, and a consistent design system before development.

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