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House of Halsan connects queer individuals, organisations and brands, and consults with LGBTQ+ leaders to guide their organisational and comms strategies. As a seasoned, Queer fundraising and comms specialist with a rich history of collaboration with some of the world’s largest global brands and corporations, Cat Halsan brings a wealth of experience to her clients. We were glad to design and develop the original website for House of Halsan.

Pink background with bold black text stating House of Halsan. Below, phrases read: Connecting queers across the sectors, and Partnerships. Comms. Events. Fundraising. Locations listed as London and Birmingham, UK.
Credits

UX/UI Design: Cecilia Righini

Development: Lisa Komoltseva

The website’s colour scheme features warm coral and peach hues, creating a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere. In designing the website, accessibility was a key consideration for both our team and the client. We ensured the site was equipped with clear calls-to-action (CTAs), buttons, and carousels to facilitate easy navigation and present information in a digestible way.

The logo typography and layout of the website subtly recall classic print media, adding a layer of sophistication and reflecting Cat’s communications expertise. The main title font, PP Migra, is reminiscent of the bold display fonts used in magazine headings, drawing inspiration from 19th-century advertising posters. These design choices additionally reference drag ball culture, which the name ‘House of Halsan’ also refers.

Homepage of a website with a pink background and black text. The header displays House of Halsan alongside links to Inquire and London, Birmingham, UK. Tagline reads: Connecting queers across the sectors, followed by the words: Partnerships. Comms. Events. Fundraising.

A webpage titled Using Your Powers for Good featuring an image of one hand holding another, both adorned with a rainbow ribbon. Below is text emphasising commitment to the LGBTQ+ community. The background is light pink.

A pink webpage design for House of Hohsan showcases a logo stating HOH: Connecting the Queers in bold black letters. On the right side, there are buttons labelled Lets Talk and Contact. Contact details feature a location in Birmingham, UK, along with an email address.

A webpage with a vibrant orange background features logos for charities such as Stonewall Housing, Unboxed, and Mind Out, alongside corporate brands like Google, Monzo, and Knight Frank. Sections are labelled Charities & NGOs and Corporate & Brand Clients.

Screenshot of a webpage titled House of Ilasian, displaying an orange background. It includes a photo of two people holding hands, alongside titles and dates from articles in British Vogue, The Times, Pink News, and the BBC.

Homepage of a website with a pink background and black text. The header displays House of Halsan alongside links to Inquire and London, Birmingham, UK. Tagline reads: Connecting queers across the sectors, followed by the words: Partnerships. Comms. Events. Fundraising.

A webpage titled Using Your Powers for Good featuring an image of one hand holding another, both adorned with a rainbow ribbon. Below is text emphasising commitment to the LGBTQ+ community. The background is light pink.

A pink webpage design for House of Hohsan showcases a logo stating HOH: Connecting the Queers in bold black letters. On the right side, there are buttons labelled Lets Talk and Contact. Contact details feature a location in Birmingham, UK, along with an email address.

A webpage with a vibrant orange background features logos for charities such as Stonewall Housing, Unboxed, and Mind Out, alongside corporate brands like Google, Monzo, and Knight Frank. Sections are labelled Charities & NGOs and Corporate & Brand Clients.

Screenshot of a webpage titled House of Ilasian, displaying an orange background. It includes a photo of two people holding hands, alongside titles and dates from articles in British Vogue, The Times, Pink News, and the BBC.

Mobile and desktop views of the House of Halsan webpage. The screen displays a photo of a smiling person wearing glasses. Text introduces Cat Halsan, showcasing their experience in charity work and activism within the Queer community, with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
A smartphone screen exhibits the House of Hasan website set against a pink backdrop. Displayed text reads, HOH - Connecting the Queers. Beneath is a Lets Talk section featuring a Contact button. The header showcases a menu icon alongside the word Enquire.

The House of Halsan website boasts a clean, uncomplicated, and modular layout. This structure, characterised by its repetitive blocks, enhances user experience (UX) and interface (UI) accessibility, ensuring that the site’s layout is intuitively navigable across different screen sizes. Consistent with our commitment to responsive design, this approach guarantees that the House of Halsan website is usable and visually appealing across all screens.

Two smartphone screens displaying the House of Haksan website. The left screen features the Campaigns & Events section with a photo and text about a project. The right screen shows logos of Charities & NGOs and Corporate & Brand Clients, including Google and Monzo.
Two mobile screens displaying the House of Balasán website. The first screen features options: Connect to the Queers, Empowerment Through Impact, Queer Synergy, Charities & NGOs. The second screen outlines services centred on partnership and communication.

To further support accessibility, all textual content, with the exception of the branded titles ‘House of Halsan’, is set in the legible, sans-serif font DM Sans, chosen for its readability across various sizes and contexts.

Testimonial

I want to extend immense gratitude and admiration to Cecilia and the remarkable team at Studio Lutalica. This marks my second collaboration with them, and once again, they’ve empowered me to breathe life into my ideas and transform thoughts into a platform I’m super proud of. Their expertise effortlessly navigates the complexities of website building and design, challenging me to stretch my creative boundaries while guiding me through each step. And no overwhelming jargon! Studio Lutalica doesn’t just build websites; they cultivate an empowering journey. I’m grateful for their commitment to inclusivity, feminism, and supporting Queer-owned businesses. To the entire team: Your dedication and talent are incredible. Thank you! You absolutely rock.

– Cat Halsan, Director at House of Halsan

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