akn.me.uk
URL: https://akn.me.uk Type: Personal portfolio Stack: Next.js, Chakra UI
Overview
akn.me.uk is the personal portfolio and online home of Ahnaf Kabir, a designer and developer based in London, UK. The site acts as a central identity page for the akn ecosystem — linking to projects, work, and commissions.
The tagline is "Building things that click." — a statement of design philosophy that emphasises purposeful, intuitive, and refined user experiences.
Content Sections
Hero / About
The homepage opens with an animated hero section introducing Ahnaf Kabir with:
- Location: London, UK
- Availability: Open for commissions
- Tagline: "Building things that click"
- Philosophy: "Obsessed with the subtleties, in eternal pursuit of refinement"
- Current employment: Auracare
Featured Work
A project card grid showcases selected work. Each card includes:
- Project name
- Date created / last updated
- A visual preview (image gallery)
- A Visit button linking to the live project
Current featured project:
- Startpage — March 2026
Design & Technical Details
Visual Design
- Animated gradient blob backgrounds in yellow, green, and red
- Dark/light mode toggle with theme persistence via
localStorage - Smooth fade-in animations with staggered timing for text elements
- Responsive layout optimised for mobile, tablet, and desktop viewports
Technology
| Layer | Technology |
|---|---|
| Framework | Next.js (React) |
| Component library | Chakra UI |
| Styling | CSS animations & transitions |
| Theme | Persisted via localStorage |
Navigation
- Single-page layout with scrollable sections
- Command palette accessible via the command icon button in the left sidebar — allows keyboard-driven navigation across the site
Access
The site is public and requires no authentication. Commission enquiries can be made via contact information linked from the site.