Why wouldn't I just hire a full-time designer?

Hiring a senior-level designer can cost over $100,000 per year and may not provide a consistent workload. Our monthly subscription plan lets you pause and resume as needed, so you only pay for the designer’s time when you have work available. This can be a more cost-effective solution than hiring a full-time designer.

Is there a restriction on how many requests I can have?

Subscribing allows you to add as many design requests to your queue as you need, and they will be completed one by one.

How soon can I expect to receive my designs?

The average turnaround time for most requests is two days or less. More complicated requests may take longer.

Who will be responsible for creating my designs?

At Honter Studio, our team of designers is dedicated to delivering the best quality work for our clients. As the founder, I personally review and approve every project to ensure excellence.

What programs do you design in?

Most requests are designed using Adobe Suite and Figma.

How do I request designs?

Honter Studio offers a lot of flexibility in how you can request designs using Asana. Some common methods include directly through Asana, sharing Google Docs, Google Slides or PowerPoint. Basically, if it can be linked to or shared in Asana, it’s fine.

Jun 10, 2025

Why Startups Should Care About Apple’s Liquid Glass (And How to Use It to Stand Out)

Five iPhones displaying Liquid Glass interface styles with variations in messaging, home screen, lock screen, weather, and music—highlighting translucency, depth effects, and Apple’s new layered UI design language.

Design That Signals “We’re Not Like the Others”

In a world full of generic SaaS dashboards and copycat app layouts, design is one of the fastest ways to show users:
“We care. We’re different. We’re ahead.”

Apple just dropped Liquid Glass, a fluid, translucent, layered design system that’s changing how digital experiences feel. And here’s the truth:

You don’t need to be Apple to use it.
Startups and small teams can adopt this aesthetic to stand out, without a $500K budget.

What Is Liquid Glass (Quick Recap for Non-Designers)

Think glass panels, layered depth, soft gradients, and light-reactive effects
Built into Apple’s 2025 platforms: iOS 18, macOS, visionOS
Prioritizes clarity, focus, and emotional delight

To users, it feels modern, premium, and intentional.
To your brand, it screams: you’re building something future-facing.

Want a deeper look at what Liquid Glass actually is and how it’s redefining UI? Start with our full breakdown here →

Why This Matters for Startups & Small Teams

Reason	Impact
Instant Differentiation	Most startups still use outdated flat UI kits. Liquid Glass immediately sets your brand apart.
Perceived Value	Better design builds trust. If your UI feels premium, your product feels more valuable.
UX Evolution	Depth and motion guide user attention better than static cards or shadows.
Investors Notice	Visual polish matters in pitch decks, demos, and landing pages. It’s part of the story.

What It Can Look Like (Even on a Startup Budget)

We start with:

1:1 audit of your current app or site
Strategic redesign using Liquid Glass-style elements
Custom components that match your brand, not a generic Apple clone
Delivery optimized for dev handoff and launch

Wondering what that process looks like in practice? See our step-by-step implementation guide →

Three iPhone screens showcasing Apple’s Liquid Glass UI updates—Call Screening with translucent alert, redesigned Messages filter menu with depth layering, and an updated in-call interface with blurred background and glowing icons.

Final Word

Liquid Glass isn’t just a trend, it’s a signal. It tells your users, investors, and team that your product is built for 2025, not 2015.

If you’re a startup founder, indie hacker, or small business owner building something great, don’t let weak design hold you back.

Let’s make your brand feel premium, instantly.

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