The Sun Media House
Case Study
Trumbull County History Society
Client Background
The Trumbull County History Society is a cultural and historical organization dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich heritage of Trumbull County. Their website is a key communication tool for sharing stories, upcoming events, and engaging the community.
Challenges
The client reached out with a clear set of needs:
- The website design felt too dark and was not easily accessible to all users.
- Key functions such as SMTP (email delivery) and the footer section were broken.
- The client did not want a completely new website — they wanted targeted UI improvements and fixes.
Our Solution
We created a plan to carefully improve the usability, accessibility, and design of the existing site without a full rebuild:
Accessibility & Visual Overhaul
- Brightened the overall design for better readability and user experience.
- Applied accessibility best practices for contrast, colors, and text clarity.
Header & Footer Redesign
- Designed multiple variations of the header and footer.
- Shared staged previews with the client for feedback.
- Finalized versions were deployed after client approval.
Technical Fixes
- Resolved SMTP issues to ensure emails were delivered correctly.
- Fixed the broken footer and ensured consistency across all pages.
Visual Samples
Outcome
We successfully delivered a brighter, more accessible website while fixing technical issues. By collaborating closely with the client on design variations, we ensured the final solution aligned perfectly with their expectations.
- Improved accessibility for all visitors.
- Fixed broken features (SMTP, footer).
- Updated look and feel without a full redesign.
- Positive client feedback on the new, refreshed interface.