How can we improve the user experience of the columnpage by making it easier for readers to discover and follow their favorite columnists?

During my internship at DPG Media, I worked on redesigning the column page for de Volkskrant. The goal of this project was to improve the overall user experience by introducing clearer visual hierarchy and making it easier for readers to discover and follow their favorite columnists.

The redesign was based on user research, where I looked at how people use the page, what they need, and where they run into issues. Using these insights, I adjusted the layout to better highlight important content, simplified the navigation, and made actions (like following a columnist) more intuitive and easy to use.

The updated design was tested with users to validate the improvements and gather feedback. These insights are now being used to inform a next iteration, allowing for further refinement and optimization. 

Date: 16-2-2026 t/m 26-3-2026

Intership: DPG Media