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Field notes.

Short writing from the workbench — design, frontend, and the spaces between.

Aug 18, 2026Note

Designing neon interfaces that still feel usable

Glow is decoration, not the product. How to keep cyberpunk UI readable, fast, and kind to the eyes.

Jun 2, 2026Note

Why Astro islands still win for portfolios

Static pages, tiny React islands, and a loading screen that actually earns the wait.

Mar 21, 2026Note

Creative constraints beat a blank canvas

A three-column frame, two accent colors, and Japanese subtitles — and suddenly the site has a voice.