Client Requirement
Homeitup wanted a more engaging and informative Samples page. Their goal was to showcase various interior sample layouts in a grid format. The key requirement was:
👉 On hovering over a sample, a popup should appear showing more details — including the title, description, image, layout type, room dimensions, style, and a CTA button.
Our Solution
To keep the experience smooth and easy to manage, we used WordPress with custom development. Here’s what we did:
- Custom Post Type: We created a custom post type for “Samples” so the client could easily add and manage samples through the backend.
- ACF (Advanced Custom Fields): Each sample had custom fields like layout, room dimensions, and style to allow rich data entry.
- Custom PHP Functions: Instead of manually adding popup code for every sample, we used PHP to fetch and display the data dynamically, keeping the code DRY and clean.
- Interaction Optimization: While the original idea was to trigger the popup on hover, we identified that this would lead to multiple server requests and affect performance. So, we implemented the popup to trigger on click, providing better control and performance across devices.
- Responsive UI: The popup design was mobile-friendly and aligned with the overall brand look.
Results
- The client can now add and manage samples easily without writing any code.
- The new Samples section offers a clean, interactive way for users to explore different layouts.
- Improved performance and user experience by optimizing interactions and avoiding unnecessary server load.
Tech Used:
- WordPress
- ACF (Advanced Custom Fields)
- Custom PHP
- HTML/CSS/JS
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