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Bronze A' Design Award in Website and Web Design Goes to Visitmedimurje New Web by Rudi Grula
Rudi Grula of Tourist board of Medimurje county Croatia recognized for website and web design by the international grand jury of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition
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COMO, Italy, April 18, 2025 /DesignNewswire/ A' Design Award & Competition has announced that Visitmedimurje New Web by Rudi Grula of Tourist board of Medimurje county Croatia, designed for Tourist board of Medimurje County, has been granted the Bronze A' Design Award in the Website and Web Design category. The recognition forms part of the 2024 - 2025 A' Design Award & Competition and was determined through blind peer review by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members, who assessed anonymized entries against predetermined criteria.
About the Bronze A' Design Award
The Bronze A' Design Award is given to outstanding designs that showcase a high degree of creativity and practicality. It recognizes the dedication and skill of designers who produce work that stands out for its thoughtful development and innovative use of materials and technology. These designs are acknowledged for their professional execution and potential to influence industry standards positively. Winning this award highlights the designer's ability to blend form and function effectively, offering solutions that enhance people's lives and wellbeing.
More About Visitmedimurje New Web
The redesigned visitmedimurje webpage seamlessly combines aesthetics and functionality to highlight the charm of Medimurje County. Its clean, responsive layout, intuitive navigation, and fast performance create a smooth user experience. Featuring stunning visuals, an interactive map, and engaging content, the site showcases top attractions, local cuisine, and cultural heritage. With SEO optimization, accessibility, and a mobile first approach, it ensures visitors can effortlessly discover and explore this hidden gem of Croatia.
About Rudi Grula
Rudi Grula, director of the Međimurje Tourist Board, is a key figure in shaping the region’s tourism. With a passion for sustainable travel, he has driven Međimurje’s rise as a top destination, focusing on cycling tourism, eco-friendly initiatives, and cultural heritage. Under his leadership, the region has won multiple tourism awards, boosting local economies and global recognition. Grula’s innovative approach enhances visitor experiences while preserving natural and historical treasures. His dedication to responsible tourism makes Međimurje a model for modern travel, blending tradition, nature, and hospitality into an unforgettable experience.
About Tourist board of Medimurje county Croatia
The Tourist Board of Medimurje County is a regional tourism organization established with the aim of creating and promoting the identity and reputation of Medimurje County in the country and abroad.
Award Record
With this recognition, Rudi Grula of Tourist board of Medimurje county Croatia is a winner of 1 A' Design Award.
About the A' Website and Web Design Awards
The A' Web Design Award is an international web design competition recognizing good web designs by leading web designers, coders and developers worldwide. The competition is organized within the A' Design Award & Competition and is open to web designers, user interface designers, user experience designers and graphic designers from all countries. Entries typically include web design, portfolios, e-commerce sites, blogs, news websites and social media platforms. Awarded web designs are published at https://designers.org/design-category/web
About A' Design Award & Competition
A' Design Award & Competition is an international, juried design accolade organized annually since 2008. The competition is open to entries from all countries. The A' Design Award has a philanthropic mission to advance society through good design by recognizing and promoting superior products, projects and services that benefit society, and by creating a global awareness and appreciation for good design practices and principles. Entries are peer reviewed and anonymously evaluated by an international grand jury panel of established academics, design professionals and press members against predetermined criteria such as functionality, ergonomics, engineering, presentation, innovation, usability, sustainability and technology, with score normalization applied to remove biases. Awards are conferred at Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze and Iron levels. The A' Design Prize granted to eligible laureates includes the award trophy, the certificate of design excellence, the hardcover yearbook, a lifetime license to use the A' Design Award winner logo, exhibition of awarded works, an invitation to the gala night and award ceremony in Italy, inclusion in the World Design Rankings and Designer Rankings, and public relations and publicity services. Registration, the upload of a work and the preliminary score are free of charge, and Professional and Digital Edition laureates are not contractually obliged to pay further fees to claim the A' Design Prize. Further information is available at https://competition.adesignaward.com
Press Resources
- Winner Page: https://designers.org/168200
- A' Design Award Page: https://competition.adesignaward.com/168200
- Media Showcase: https://www.designnewsroom.com/!168200
- Laureate Profile: https://designers.org/d/363407
- Further Information from the Laureate: https://visitmedimurje.com
Media Contact
Giulia Ferrari, Press Office
Designers.Org
Via Leone Leoni 32, 22100 Como, Italy
press@designers.org
+39 031 4491953
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Fact Sheet
The Work
- Project
- Visitmedimurje New Web
- Function
- New Web
- Category
- Website and Web Design
- Discipline
- Communication Design
- Industry
- Software and Branding & Advertising
- Colors
- Silver, Light Gray, Dark Gray, Lavender and Olive Drab
- Images
- 5
- Client
- Tourist board of Medimurje County
The Recognition
- Laureate
- Rudi Grula
- Country
- Croatia
- Brand
- Tourist board of Medimurje county Croatia
- Recognition
- Bronze A' Design Award
- Edition
- 2024 - 2025
- Design ID
- #168200
Credits
- Team
- Rudi Grula - team leader, Tomislav Brozovic - designer and Kresimir Gasparic and Davor Files - development
- Image Credits
- Tourist board of Medimurje County
Design Details
- Unique Properties
- Modern web design for visitmedimurje.com blends aesthetics with functionality to showcase the beauty of Medimurje County. It features a clean, responsive layout, intuitive navigation, and fast performance for a seamless user experience. With stunning visuals, interactive map, and engaging content, it highlights top attractions, gastronomy, and local culture. SEO optimization, accessibility, and mobile-first design ensure visitors easily discover and explore this hidden gem of Croatia.
- Inspiration
- The design of visitmedimurje.com draws inspiration from the natural beauty, rich culture, and vibrant traditions of Medimurje County. Using a harmonious color palette, immersive visuals, and elegant typography, it creates a welcoming digital experience. The layout balances aesthetics with usability, ensuring intuitive navigation and engaging storytelling. Inspired by local landscapes and heritage, the site blends modern web trends with authenticity, inviting visitors to explore and connect.
- Research
- The research for visitmedimurje webpage focused on user needs, industry trends, and regional identity. We analyzed top travel websites, gathered insights from visitor behavior, and prioritized mobile first design. Surveys and feedback from tourists and locals shaped the content and navigation. SEO strategies and accessibility guidelines ensured broad reach and usability. The result is a visually engaging, user friendly platform that authentically represents Medimurje Countys charm and attractions.
- Challenge
- The creative challenge for visitmedimurje webpage was blending modern web design with the authentic spirit of Medimurje County. We aimed to create a visually stunning yet highly functional site that captures the regions beauty and culture. Balancing aesthetics with usability, choosing the right color palette, and integrating immersive visuals while maintaining fast performance were key challenges. Ensuring seamless navigation and engagement while preserving authenticity made this project both exciting and rewarding.
- Realization and Technology
- Design was crafted with a user-first approach, combining modern web technologies with the regions unique charm. Built using WordPress, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, it ensures responsiveness and seamless performance across devices. A carefully selected color scheme, high-quality imagery, and intuitive navigation enhance the user experience. SEO optimization and accessibility principles were integrated, creating an engaging and visually appealing platform to showcase Medimurje County.
- Operation and Interaction
- Using visitmedimurje.com is a smooth and enjoyable experience. The website is designed for easy navigation, allowing visitors to explore attractions, gastronomy, and cultural highlights effortlessly. A responsive layout ensures seamless browsing on any device, while fast loading times enhance usability. Interactive map, stunning visuals, and well-structured content make planning a trip to Medimurje County simple and inspiring, offering a user-friendly gateway to this beautiful Croatian region.
- Project Duration and Location
- January untill December 2024 The creation of visitmedimurje webpage was a meticulous process. It began with two months of in-depth research to understand the best web design approach. This was followed by one month dedicated to crafting the design and visual elements. The animations, a key part of the site dynamic experience, took six months to perfect. Once everything was finalized, the final stage involved six months of coding and implementation, ensuring a seamless, high-performance website that truly brings Medimurje County to life.
- Specifications
- Website was built using WordPress, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript, to ensure responsiveness and seamless performance across devices.
- Keywords
- website, visit Medimurje, web design, design
