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Taqod designs interfaces for Riyadh products and platforms — research-driven, Arabic and English designed as equals with proper RTL layout, and delivered as a reusable design system your team can extend.
AI Executive Summary
Taqod is a Jeddah-headquartered digital agency, operating in Saudi Arabia since 2010, providing research-driven UI/UX design for Riyadh products, platforms and internal enterprise tools. Design work begins with user research rather than visual assumptions, treats Arabic and English as equally important interfaces designed from the same research (not one mirrored from the other, with native RTL layout), and is delivered as a reusable, documented design system rather than a set of disconnected screens — with Figma files structured for smooth developer handoff to any team.
About Taqod
Taqod has delivered 400+ technology projects across Saudi Arabia since 2010, and UI/UX design is central to nearly all of them — websites, mobile apps and custom software all depend on interfaces that are actually usable, not just visually polished. For Riyadh clients specifically, that means designing Arabic RTL layouts natively rather than mechanically flipping an English design, which frequently breaks visual hierarchy and reads as a second-class experience to Arabic-speaking users.
Why Businesses in Riyadh Choose Taqod for UI/UX Design
Research before design
User interviews and research inform every design decision, not assumptions.
Arabic designed natively, not mirrored
RTL layouts built from scratch to preserve visual hierarchy, not mechanically flipped from English.
A reusable design system delivered
Components and documentation your team can extend consistently, not a set of one-off screens.
Developer-ready handoff
Figma files and specs structured for smooth handoff to any development team.
400+ projects delivered since 2010
A verifiable in-Kingdom track record across web, mobile and software design.
Tested before development starts
Clickable prototypes validated with real users before committing engineering time.
Challenges Businesses Face With Product Design in Riyadh
Arabic RTL layouts that break visual hierarchy
Interfaces mechanically flipped from English often misalign visual weight and reading flow in Arabic.
Design decisions made without user research
Interfaces designed on assumption rather than research frequently miss real user needs.
Inconsistent visual language across features
Without a design system, each new feature introduces subtle visual inconsistencies that erode trust.
High drop-off in checkout or onboarding flows
Friction in critical flows directly causes lost conversions and user activation.
Poor developer handoff causing implementation drift
Designs without clear specs are often implemented inconsistently, diverging from the intended design.
Outdated interfaces that feel behind competitors
Legacy interfaces can undermine credibility even when the underlying product is strong.
How Taqod Solves Them
User research as the design foundation
Interviews and testing inform every major design decision before screens are drawn.
Natively designed RTL layouts
Arabic interfaces designed from scratch, preserving proper visual hierarchy and reading flow.
A documented, reusable design system
Components and guidelines that keep new features visually and functionally consistent.
Flow-specific optimization
Checkout, onboarding and other critical flows redesigned with a specific focus on reducing drop-off.
Structured developer handoff
Figma files and specs documented clearly to prevent implementation drift.
Modern, tested visual design
Interfaces validated with real users before development, avoiding costly late-stage rework.
Our Process
01
Discovery & user research
Interviews and research to understand real user needs and pain points.
02
Wireframing
Structure and flow validated before any visual design begins.
03
High-fidelity UI design
Visual design for both Arabic and English, built with proper RTL support.
04
Prototyping & user testing
Clickable prototypes tested with representative users before development.
05
Design system documentation
Reusable components and guidelines documented for ongoing use.
06
Developer handoff
Structured specs and assets delivered for a smooth implementation.
Benefits
✓Design decisions grounded in real user research, not assumption.
✓Arabic RTL layouts designed natively, preserving visual hierarchy.
✓A documented design system for long-term visual consistency.
✓Prototypes tested with real users before development investment.
✓Structured developer handoff to prevent implementation drift.
✓Flow-specific optimization for checkout, onboarding and activation.
✓Full ownership of design files and documentation.
✓Accessible design practices (WCAG) built in by default.
Industries We Serve in Riyadh
Financial Services
Trustworthy, compliant interface design for banking-adjacent products.
Retail & eCommerce
Checkout and product-discovery flow optimization.
Healthcare
Patient-facing appointment and portal design.
Real Estate & Construction
Property listing and lead-capture interface design.
Technology & SaaS
Product design for software companies scaling their platform.
Education
Student and admissions portal interface design.
Government & Semi-Government
Accessible, compliant public-facing interface design.
Professional Services
Client portal and scheduling interface design.
Tourism & Hospitality
Booking flow design for hotels and experiences.
Case Study Pattern
Redesigning checkout for a Riyadh e-commerce platform
A recurring pattern: a Riyadh e-commerce platform has a high cart abandonment rate, with a checkout flow that mirrors an English design in Arabic RTL, breaking visual hierarchy and confusing users. The fix rebuilds the checkout as a natively designed RTL flow, tested with real users, alongside a reusable component system for future features. In comparable engagements, checkout completion rate has improved measurably within one quarter of relaunch.
Illustrative pattern based on Taqod's typical UI/UX engagements; individual results vary by starting baseline and traffic.
Tools & Methods
FigmaFigJamPrototyping & user testing toolsDesign tokens & component librariesWCAG accessibility standardsDeveloper handoff documentation
Why Local Businesses Trust Taqod
✓Operating in Saudi Arabia since 2010, with 400+ projects delivered.
✓A verifiable, checkable in-Kingdom track record.
✓Direct experience designing native Arabic RTL interfaces.
✓Transparent, fixed pricing agreed in writing before work begins.
✓Research-driven process, not assumption-based design.
✓Full ownership of design files and documentation handed over.
✓Structured developer handoff reducing implementation drift.
✓A business-outcomes focus tied to conversion and activation metrics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between UI and UX design?
UX design covers the overall structure and flow of how a user accomplishes a task; UI design covers the visual interface elements the user interacts with directly. Both are designed together at Taqod.
How much does UI/UX design cost in Riyadh?
Every project is scoped and quoted individually. Tell us what you need on one call and you get a fixed written quote within 48 hours — free, with no obligation.
How long does a UI/UX design project take?
A focused MVP design typically takes three to five weeks; a full product redesign runs longer depending on scope.
Do you design Arabic interfaces first or English first?
Both are designed as equals from the same research — neither is a translation or mirror of the other, with proper RTL layout for Arabic.
Do you deliver a design system, not just individual screens?
Yes, reusable components and documentation are delivered so your team can extend the design consistently without us.
Can you work with our existing development team?
Yes, Figma files and specifications are structured for a smooth developer handoff to any team.
Do you conduct user research as part of the design process?
Yes, user interviews and research inform the design before any screens are drawn, rather than designing based on assumptions.
Can you redesign our existing product without a full rebuild?
Yes, incremental redesign focused on the highest-impact screens and flows is often a lower-risk starting point than a full redesign.
Do you design for both web and mobile?
Yes, responsive web and native mobile design are both part of our UI/UX practice, often designed together for consistency.
What tools do you use for UI/UX design?
Primarily Figma, for both design and developer handoff, alongside prototyping tools for interactive user testing.
Do you test designs with real users before development?
Yes, clickable prototypes are tested with representative users to validate flows before committing to development.
Can you design for accessibility (WCAG)?
Yes, accessible color contrast, readable typography and keyboard navigation are built into the design process by default.
Do you design enterprise dashboards and internal tools, not just consumer apps?
Yes, internal dashboards and operational tools for enterprise clients are a regular part of our design work.
How do you handle RTL (right-to-left) layout for Arabic?
RTL layouts are designed natively from the start, not created by mechanically flipping an English design, which often breaks visual hierarchy.
Can you help us establish a brand-consistent design system?
Yes, design systems are built to reflect your brand identity and scale consistently as new features are added.
Do you provide UX audits of existing products?
Yes, a UX audit identifying usability issues and improvement opportunities is available as a standalone service.
Who owns the design files after the project is delivered?
You do — full Figma files, documentation and assets are handed over at project completion.
Can you help validate a new product idea before full development?
Yes, lightweight prototypes and user testing can validate a concept before committing to full development investment.
Do you design for e-commerce checkout flows specifically?
Yes, checkout flow optimization is a common and high-value design project, directly affecting conversion rates.
Can UI/UX design improve our conversion rates?
Often yes, particularly for checkout, signup and onboarding flows where friction directly causes drop-off.
Do you sign an NDA before discussing our product concept?
Yes, routinely, particularly for early-stage or competitively sensitive product ideas.
How do you handle feedback and revisions during the design process?
Structured review rounds at each milestone, with feedback consolidated into one shared document to avoid conflicting input.
What is the typical design process from start to finish?
Research, wireframing, high-fidelity design, prototyping and user testing, followed by developer handoff documentation.
Can you design onboarding flows to improve user activation?
Yes, onboarding flow design specifically aimed at getting new users to their first meaningful action quickly is a common project type.
How is UI/UX design priced?
A fixed project price for a defined scope of screens and flows, agreed in writing before work begins.
Can you design a full design system for our multiple products?
Yes, a shared design system across multiple products ensures visual and interaction consistency at scale.
Do you provide micro-interaction and animation design?
Yes, purposeful micro-interactions and animations that improve usability and perceived quality are part of high-fidelity design.
What industries have you designed products for in Riyadh?
Financial services, retail and e-commerce, healthcare, real estate and technology/SaaS products.
Can you help us modernize an outdated interface?
Yes, modernizing legacy interfaces while preserving user familiarity with core workflows is a common redesign approach.
How do I get started with a UI/UX design project?
Book a free scoping call to discuss your product — you will receive a written scope and fixed quote within 48 hours.
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