Animation isn't just about making things look pretty—it's about creating intuitive, delightful user experiences that guide users through your application. In Foshati 2.0, we've integrated Framer Motion to bring every interaction to life.

Why Framer Motion?

After evaluating several animation libraries, we chose Framer Motion for its declarative API, excellent TypeScript support, and powerful animation capabilities. It allows us to create complex animations with minimal code while maintaining excellent performance.

Key Animation Patterns

1. Fade-Up Animations: Cards and content blocks smoothly fade in and slide up as they enter the viewport, creating a sense of depth and hierarchy

2. Stagger Effects: Lists and grids animate in sequence, drawing the eye naturally through the content

3. Page Transitions: Smooth transitions between routes make navigation feel seamless

4. Micro-interactions: Hover states, button clicks, and form interactions provide immediate feedback

Performance Considerations

We're careful to animate only transform and opacity properties, which can be GPU-accelerated. We use 'whileInView' with 'once: true' to trigger animations only when elements enter the viewport, reducing unnecessary re-renders. All animations use cubic-bezier easing functions for natural motion.

Best Practices We Follow

  • Keep animations subtle and purposeful
  • Respect user preferences (prefers-reduced-motion)
  • Use consistent timing and easing across the app
  • Test on lower-end devices to ensure smooth performance

The result? An interface that feels responsive, polished, and professional—exactly what our users deserve.