@import url("fonts/fonts.css");
@import url('https://fonts.googleapis.com/css2?family=Manrope:wght@400..800&display=swap');

/* =============================================================
   Spotto Finance — Design System
   Shared stylesheet for all pages (DRY across the multi-page site)
   ============================================================= */

/* ---------- Design tokens ---------- */
:root {
  /* Color — deep trust green + premium gold, warm off-white canvas */
  --bg:          #fbfaf6;
  --surface:     #ffffff;
  --surface-alt: #f2efe7;
  --ink:         #0f241f;
  --ink-soft:    #3c4c47;
  --muted:       #64726d;
  --line:        #e4e0d5;

  --brand-900:   #082e27;
  --brand-700:   #0c4f43;
  --brand-600:   #0f6a5a;
  --brand-500:   #17836f;
  --brand-050:   #e7f2ee;

  --accent-600:  #c9861f;
  --accent-500:  #e0a13c;
  --accent-100:  #f7e6c7;

  --white:       #ffffff;

  /* Type scale (fluid) */
  --step--1: clamp(0.82rem, 0.79rem + 0.15vw, 0.9rem);
  --step-0:  clamp(1rem, 0.96rem + 0.2vw, 1.12rem);
  --step-1:  clamp(1.2rem, 1.12rem + 0.4vw, 1.5rem);
  --step-2:  clamp(1.5rem, 1.32rem + 0.9vw, 2.1rem);
  --step-3:  clamp(1.7rem, 1.35rem + 1.9vw, 3.25rem);
  --step-4:  clamp(2.05rem, 1.45rem + 3.6vw, 4.9rem);

  /* Spacing scale */
  --sp-1: 0.5rem;
  --sp-2: 0.75rem;
  --sp-3: 1rem;
  --sp-4: 1.5rem;
  --sp-5: 2rem;
  --sp-6: 3rem;
  --sp-7: 4.5rem;
  --sp-8: 6.5rem;

  /* System */
  --radius:    18px;
  --radius-sm: 12px;
  --radius-lg: 28px;
  --shadow-sm: 0 1px 2px rgba(15,36,31,.04), 0 6px 16px rgba(15,36,31,.05);
  --shadow-md: 0 4px 10px rgba(15,36,31,.05), 0 18px 44px rgba(15,36,31,.10);
  --shadow-lg: 0 10px 24px rgba(15,36,31,.07), 0 40px 90px rgba(15,36,31,.16);
  --maxw: 1180px;
  --nav-h: 76px;

  --sans: "Inter", system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;
  --serif: "Manrope", "Inter", system-ui, -apple-system, "Segoe UI", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;

  --ease: cubic-bezier(.2, .7, .2, 1);
}

/* ---------- Reset / base ---------- */
*, *::before, *::after { box-sizing: border-box; }
html { -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%; scroll-behavior: smooth; }
@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) { html { scroll-behavior: auto; } }

body {
  margin: 0;
  font-family: var(--sans);
  font-size: var(--step-0);
  line-height: 1.65;
  color: var(--ink-soft);
  background: var(--bg);
  -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;
  -moz-osx-font-smoothing: grayscale;
  text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;
  letter-spacing: -0.011em;
  font-feature-settings: "cv11", "ss01", "kern", "liga", "calt";
  overflow-x: hidden; /* guard against horizontal scroll at every breakpoint */
}

img { max-width: 100%; display: block; height: auto; }
a { color: var(--brand-600); text-decoration: none; }
a:hover { color: var(--brand-700); }

h1, h2, h3, h4 {
  font-family: var(--serif);
  color: var(--ink);
  line-height: 1.08;
  letter-spacing: -0.022em;
  font-weight: 560;
  margin: 0 0 var(--sp-3);
  /* Fraunces: large optical size + soft terminals = warm, high-end display */
  font-variation-settings: "opsz" 144, "SOFT" 0, "WONK" 0;
  font-feature-settings: "kern", "liga", "calt", "ss01";
}
h1 { font-size: var(--step-4); letter-spacing: -0.03em; line-height: 1.02; font-weight: 540; }
h2 { font-size: var(--step-3); }
h3 { font-size: var(--step-2); letter-spacing: -0.018em; }
p  { margin: 0 0 var(--sp-3); }

/* ---------- Layout helpers ---------- */
.wrap { width: min(100% - 2.5rem, var(--maxw)); margin-inline: auto; }
.section { padding-block: clamp(3.25rem, 2rem + 6vw, var(--sp-8)); }
.section--tight { padding-block: clamp(2.5rem, 2rem + 3vw, 4rem); }
.section--alt { background: var(--surface-alt); }
.section--ink { background: var(--brand-900); color: #cfe0da; }
.section--ink h2, .section--ink h3 { color: #fff; }

.eyebrow {
  display: inline-flex;
  align-items: center;
  gap: .5em;
  font-family: var(--sans);
  font-size: var(--step--1);
  font-weight: 700;
  letter-spacing: .12em;
  text-transform: uppercase;
  color: var(--brand-600);
  margin-bottom: var(--sp-3);
}
.eyebrow::before {
  content: "";
  width: 26px; height: 2px;
  background: var(--accent-500);
  display: inline-block;
}
.section-head { max-width: 42rem; margin-bottom: var(--sp-6); }
.section-head.center { margin-inline: auto; text-align: center; }
.section-head.center .eyebrow { justify-content: center; }
.lead { font-size: var(--step-1); color: var(--muted); font-family: var(--sans); }

/* ---------- Buttons ---------- */
.btn {
  --btn-bg: var(--brand-600);
  --btn-fg: #fff;
  display: inline-flex;
  align-items: center;
  justify-content: center;
  gap: .55em;
  padding: .85em 1.5em;
  font-family: var(--sans);
  font-weight: 600;
  font-size: var(--step-0);
  line-height: 1;
  color: var(--btn-fg);
  background: var(--btn-bg);
  border: 1px solid transparent;
  border-radius: 999px;
  cursor: pointer;
  transition: transform .25s var(--ease), box-shadow .25s var(--ease), background .25s var(--ease);
  box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm);
}
.btn:hover { color: #fff; transform: translateY(-2px); box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); background: var(--brand-700); }
.btn:active { transform: translateY(0); }
.btn:focus-visible { outline: 3px solid var(--accent-500); outline-offset: 3px; }

.btn--accent { --btn-bg: var(--accent-500); --btn-fg: #2a1c05; }
.btn--accent:hover { background: var(--accent-600); color: #2a1c05; }

.btn--ghost {
  --btn-bg: transparent; --btn-fg: var(--brand-700);
  border-color: var(--line);
  box-shadow: none;
  background: var(--surface);
}
.btn--ghost:hover { background: var(--surface); color: var(--brand-700); border-color: var(--brand-500); }

.btn--light { --btn-bg:#fff; --btn-fg: var(--brand-700); }
.btn--light:hover { background:#fff; color: var(--brand-900); }

.btn-row { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: var(--sp-3); align-items: center; }

/* Light sweep across buttons on hover */
.btn { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.btn::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; transform: translateX(-135%); pointer-events: none;
  background: linear-gradient(115deg, transparent 35%, rgba(255,255,255,.42) 50%, transparent 65%);
}
.btn:hover::after { animation: shine .7s var(--ease); }

/* Scroll progress bar (element injected by JS) */
.scroll-progress { position: fixed; top: 0; left: 0; right: 0; height: 3px; z-index: 200; pointer-events: none; }
.scroll-progress__bar {
  display: block; height: 100%; width: 100%; transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: 0 50%;
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transition: transform .12s linear;
}

/* ---------- Navbar (premium, animated) ---------- */
.nav {
  position: sticky;
  top: 0;
  z-index: 100;
  background: rgba(251,250,246,.72);
  backdrop-filter: saturate(160%) blur(14px);
  -webkit-backdrop-filter: saturate(160%) blur(14px);
  border-bottom: 1px solid transparent;
  transition: border-color .4s var(--ease), box-shadow .4s var(--ease), background .4s var(--ease);
  animation: navDrop .7s var(--ease) both;
}
@keyframes navDrop { from { transform: translateY(-100%); opacity: 0; } to { transform: none; opacity: 1; } }
/* Condense + lift into a floating bar once the page scrolls */
.nav.scrolled {
  background: rgba(251,250,246,.9);
  border-color: var(--line);
  box-shadow: 0 8px 30px rgba(15,36,31,.09);
}
.nav__inner {
  height: var(--nav-h);
  display: flex;
  align-items: center;
  justify-content: space-between;
  gap: var(--sp-4);
  transition: height .4s var(--ease);
}
/* Give the primary nav a little more room than the content column so 8 items breathe */
.nav .wrap.nav__inner { width: min(100% - 2.5rem, 1300px); }

/* Brand + animated logo mark (hover tilt + shine sweep) */
.brand { display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: .6em; font-family: var(--serif); font-weight: 700; font-size: 1.55rem; color: var(--ink); letter-spacing: -.02em; }
.brand:hover { color: var(--ink); }
.brand__mark {
  position: relative; overflow: hidden;
  width: 36px; height: 36px; border-radius: 10px;
  background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-500), var(--brand-700));
  display: grid; place-items: center; color: #fff; font-family: var(--sans); font-weight: 800; font-size: 1rem;
  box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(255,255,255,.15), var(--shadow-sm);
  transition: transform .45s var(--ease), box-shadow .45s var(--ease);
}
.brand:hover .brand__mark { transform: rotate(-6deg) scale(1.06); box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(255,255,255,.28), var(--shadow-md); }
.brand__mark::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; transform: translateX(-130%);
  background: linear-gradient(115deg, transparent 32%, rgba(255,255,255,.55) 50%, transparent 68%);
}
.brand:hover .brand__mark::after { animation: shine .8s var(--ease); }
@keyframes shine { to { transform: translateX(130%); } }

/* Links — gliding highlight pill that follows hover, rests on the active page */
.nav__menu { display: flex; align-items: center; }
.nav__links { position: relative; display: flex; align-items: center; gap: clamp(.2rem, .6vw, .5rem); list-style: none; margin: 0; padding: 0; }
.nav__indicator {
  position: absolute; top: 50%; left: 0; width: 0; height: 2.1em;
  transform: translateY(-50%);
  background: var(--brand-050); border-radius: 999px;
  opacity: 0; z-index: 0; pointer-events: none;
  transition: left .4s var(--ease), width .4s var(--ease), opacity .3s var(--ease);
}
.nav__links a {
  position: relative; z-index: 1;
  font-family: var(--sans);
  font-weight: 500;
  font-size: .92rem;
  color: var(--ink-soft);
  padding: .58em .8em;
  border-radius: 999px;
  white-space: nowrap;
  transition: color .25s var(--ease);
}
.nav__links a:hover { color: var(--brand-700); }
.nav__links a[aria-current="page"] { color: var(--brand-700); }
/* Gold underline marks the current page */
.nav__links a::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: 50%; right: 50%; bottom: .26em; height: 2px; border-radius: 2px;
  background: var(--accent-500); transition: left .3s var(--ease), right .3s var(--ease);
}
.nav__links a[aria-current="page"]::after { left: .85em; right: .85em; }
.nav__links a:focus-visible { outline: 3px solid var(--accent-500); outline-offset: 2px; }

.nav__toggle {
  display: none;
  width: 46px; height: 46px;
  border: 1px solid var(--line);
  background: var(--surface);
  border-radius: 12px;
  cursor: pointer;
  align-items: center;
  justify-content: center;
  padding: 0;
  transition: box-shadow .25s var(--ease), transform .25s var(--ease);
}
.nav__toggle:hover { box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); }
.nav__toggle:active { transform: scale(.94); }
.nav__toggle:focus-visible { outline: 3px solid var(--accent-500); outline-offset: 2px; }
.nav__toggle span, .nav__toggle span::before, .nav__toggle span::after {
  content: ""; display: block; width: 20px; height: 2px; background: var(--ink); border-radius: 2px;
  transition: transform .3s var(--ease), opacity .2s var(--ease);
}
.nav__toggle span { position: relative; }
.nav__toggle span::before { position: absolute; top: -6px; }
.nav__toggle span::after  { position: absolute; top:  6px; }
.nav[data-open="true"] .nav__toggle span { background: transparent; }
.nav[data-open="true"] .nav__toggle span::before { transform: translateY(6px) rotate(45deg); }
.nav[data-open="true"] .nav__toggle span::after  { transform: translateY(-6px) rotate(-45deg); }

/* Shrink the bar on scroll — desktop only (keeps mobile menu offset exact) */
@media (min-width: 1301px) {
  .nav.scrolled .nav__inner { height: var(--nav-h); }
}

/* Mobile menu */
@media (max-width: 1300px) {
  .nav__menu {
    position: fixed;
    inset: var(--nav-h) 0 auto 0;
    background: var(--surface);
    border-bottom: 1px solid var(--line);
    box-shadow: var(--shadow-lg);
    padding: var(--sp-3) 0 var(--sp-5);
    display: block;
    max-height: calc(100dvh - var(--nav-h));
    overflow-y: auto;
    /* closed state */
    transform: translateY(-14px);
    opacity: 0;
    visibility: hidden;
    pointer-events: none;
    transition: transform .34s var(--ease), opacity .3s var(--ease), visibility .34s;
  }
  .nav[data-open="true"] .nav__menu { transform: none; opacity: 1; visibility: visible; pointer-events: auto; }
  .nav__indicator { display: none; }
  .nav__links { flex-direction: column; align-items: stretch; gap: 0; }
  .nav__links a { padding: .95em 1.4em; font-size: 1.06rem; border-radius: 0; border-bottom: 1px solid var(--line); }
  .nav__links a::after { display: none; }
  .nav__links a:hover { background: var(--brand-050); }
  /* Staggered entrance for menu items */
  .nav[data-open="true"] .nav__links li { animation: linkIn .42s var(--ease) both; }
  .nav[data-open="true"] .nav__links li:nth-child(1) { animation-delay: .04s; }
  .nav[data-open="true"] .nav__links li:nth-child(2) { animation-delay: .09s; }
  .nav[data-open="true"] .nav__links li:nth-child(3) { animation-delay: .14s; }
  .nav[data-open="true"] .nav__links li:nth-child(4) { animation-delay: .19s; }
  .nav[data-open="true"] .nav__links li:nth-child(5) { animation-delay: .24s; }
  .nav[data-open="true"] .nav__links li:nth-child(6) { animation-delay: .29s; }
  .nav[data-open="true"] .nav__links li:nth-child(7) { animation-delay: .34s; }
  .nav[data-open="true"] .nav__links li:nth-child(8) { animation-delay: .39s; }
  @keyframes linkIn { from { opacity: 0; transform: translateY(-8px); } to { opacity: 1; transform: none; } }
  .nav__toggle { display: inline-flex; }
}

/* Reduced-motion: keep the nav static */
@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .nav { animation: none; }
  .brand__mark, .brand:hover .brand__mark { transition: none; }
  .brand:hover .brand__mark::after { animation: none; }
  .nav[data-open="true"] .nav__links li { animation: none; }
}

/* ---------- Hero ---------- */
.hero { position: relative; padding-block: clamp(2.5rem, 1rem + 8vw, 5.5rem); overflow: hidden; }
.hero::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; z-index: -1;
  background:
    radial-gradient(60% 70% at 82% 8%, rgba(224,161,60,.16), transparent 60%),
    radial-gradient(70% 80% at 8% 100%, rgba(15,106,90,.12), transparent 60%);
}
.hero__grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1.05fr .95fr; gap: clamp(1.5rem, 4vw, 3.5rem); align-items: center; }
.hero__eyebrow { color: var(--brand-700); }
.hero h1 { margin-bottom: var(--sp-4); }
.hero__sub { font-family: var(--sans); font-size: var(--step-1); color: var(--ink-soft); max-width: 34rem; }
.hero__micro { font-size: var(--step--1); color: var(--muted); margin-top: var(--sp-3); }
.hero__trust { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: .6em; margin-top: var(--sp-5); font-size: var(--step--1); color: var(--muted); font-weight: 500; }
.hero__trust::before { content: "★★★★★"; color: var(--accent-500); letter-spacing: .1em; }

.proof-row { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: var(--sp-2); margin-top: var(--sp-5); }
.proof {
  display: inline-flex; flex-direction: column; padding: .6em 1.1em;
  background: var(--surface); border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: 999px;
  box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); flex-direction: row; align-items: baseline; gap: .5em;
}
.proof b { font-family: var(--serif); color: var(--brand-700); font-size: 1.05rem; }
.proof span { font-size: var(--step--1); color: var(--muted); }

/* ---------- Media placeholders (AI images not generated — styled stand-ins) ---------- */
.media {
  position: relative;
  border-radius: var(--radius-lg);
  overflow: hidden;
  background:
    linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-700), var(--brand-500) 55%, #1f9a83);
  box-shadow: var(--shadow-lg);
  min-height: 260px;
  aspect-ratio: 4 / 3;
  display: grid;
  place-items: end start;
  color: #eafaf5;
  isolation: isolate;
}
.media::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; z-index: -1; opacity: .5;
  background-image:
    radial-gradient(circle at 20% 25%, rgba(255,255,255,.22), transparent 32%),
    radial-gradient(circle at 78% 70%, rgba(224,161,60,.35), transparent 40%);
}
.media__label {
  font-family: var(--sans); font-size: var(--step--1); font-weight: 500;
  padding: .8em 1em; margin: var(--sp-3);
  background: rgba(8,46,39,.42); backdrop-filter: blur(4px);
  border-radius: 12px; max-width: 90%; line-height: 1.4;
}
.media__label b { display:block; font-weight:700; letter-spacing:.08em; text-transform:uppercase; font-size:.68rem; color: var(--accent-100); margin-bottom:.25em; }
.media--tall { aspect-ratio: 3 / 4; }
.media--wide { aspect-ratio: 16 / 9; }
.media--alt { background: linear-gradient(135deg, #123a33, var(--brand-600) 60%, var(--accent-600)); }

/* ---------- Cards & grids ---------- */
.grid { display: grid; gap: var(--sp-4); }
.grid--2 { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); }
.grid--3 { grid-template-columns: repeat(3, 1fr); }
.grid--4 { grid-template-columns: repeat(4, 1fr); }

.card {
  background: var(--surface);
  border: 1px solid var(--line);
  border-radius: var(--radius);
  padding: var(--sp-5);
  box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm);
  transition: transform .3s var(--ease), box-shadow .3s var(--ease), border-color .3s var(--ease);
  height: 100%;
}
.card:hover { transform: translateY(-4px); box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); border-color: #d6cdb6; }
.card h3 { font-size: var(--step-1); }
.card__icon {
  width: 52px; height: 52px; border-radius: 14px;
  display: grid; place-items: center; font-size: 1.5rem;
  background: var(--brand-050); margin-bottom: var(--sp-3);
}
.card__list { list-style: none; margin: 0 0 var(--sp-4); padding: 0; display: grid; gap: .5em; }
.card__list li { position: relative; padding-left: 1.6em; font-size: .98rem; }
.card__list li::before { content: "✓"; position: absolute; left: 0; color: var(--brand-500); font-weight: 700; }
.card__cta { font-family: var(--sans); font-weight: 600; display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: .4em; }
.card__cta::after { content: "→"; transition: transform .25s var(--ease); }
.card:hover .card__cta::after { transform: translateX(4px); }

/* Stat tiles */
.stat { text-align: center; padding: var(--sp-4); }
.stat__icon { font-size: 2rem; }
.stat__value { font-family: var(--serif); font-size: var(--step-3); color: var(--brand-700); line-height: 1; margin: .2em 0 .1em; }
.stat__label { font-size: var(--step--1); color: var(--muted); font-weight: 500; }
.section--ink .stat__value { color: var(--accent-500); }
.section--ink .stat__label { color: #a9c2ba; }

/* Concern cards */
.concern .concern__q { font-family: var(--serif); font-size: var(--step-1); color: var(--ink); font-style: italic; margin-bottom: var(--sp-3); }
.concern__proof { margin-top: var(--sp-4); padding-top: var(--sp-3); border-top: 1px dashed var(--line); font-size: .95rem; color: var(--brand-700); font-weight: 600; display: flex; gap: .5em; }
.concern__proof::before { content: "✓"; }

/* Testimonials */
.quote {
  background: var(--surface); border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: var(--radius);
  padding: var(--sp-5); box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); height: 100%;
  display: flex; flex-direction: column;
}
.quote__mark { font-family: var(--serif); font-size: 3rem; line-height: .6; color: var(--accent-500); margin-bottom: var(--sp-2); }
.quote p { font-size: 1.02rem; color: var(--ink-soft); }
.quote__who { margin-top: auto; padding-top: var(--sp-4); }
.quote__name { font-weight: 700; color: var(--ink); font-family: var(--sans); }
.quote__detail { font-size: var(--step--1); color: var(--brand-600); font-weight: 600; }

/* Steps timeline */
.steps { display: grid; gap: var(--sp-4); grid-template-columns: repeat(4, 1fr); counter-reset: step; }
.step { position: relative; padding: var(--sp-5) var(--sp-4); background: var(--surface); border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: var(--radius); box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); }
.step__num {
  counter-increment: step;
  font-family: var(--serif); font-size: 1rem; font-weight: 700; color: var(--accent-600);
  width: 40px; height: 40px; border-radius: 50%; background: var(--accent-100);
  display: grid; place-items: center; margin-bottom: var(--sp-3);
}
.step__num::before { content: counter(step); }
.step__icon { font-size: 1.6rem; margin-bottom: .4em; }
.step h3 { font-size: var(--step-1); }
.step p { font-size: .98rem; margin: 0; }

/* Detailed step blocks (how-we-help) */
.stepblock { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 64px 1fr; gap: var(--sp-4); padding: var(--sp-5) 0; border-top: 1px solid var(--line); }
.stepblock:first-of-type { border-top: 0; }
.stepblock__badge { font-family: var(--serif); font-weight: 700; font-size: 1.3rem; color:#fff; width: 56px; height: 56px; border-radius: 16px; background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-600), var(--brand-700)); display: grid; place-items: center; box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); }
.stepblock__body h3 { font-size: var(--step-2); }
.mini-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px,1fr)); gap: var(--sp-4); margin-top: var(--sp-4); }
.mini { background: var(--surface-alt); border-radius: var(--radius-sm); padding: var(--sp-4); }
.mini h4 { font-family: var(--sans); font-size: .78rem; letter-spacing: .1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: var(--brand-600); margin-bottom: var(--sp-2); }
.mini ul { margin: 0; padding-left: 1.1em; display: grid; gap: .35em; font-size: .96rem; }
.mini p { margin: 0; }

/* Feature list (checkmarks) */
.checks { list-style: none; margin: 0; padding: 0; display: grid; gap: var(--sp-2); }
.checks li { position: relative; padding-left: 2em; }
.checks li::before { content: "✓"; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; width: 1.4em; height: 1.4em; background: var(--brand-050); color: var(--brand-600); border-radius: 6px; display: grid; place-items: center; font-weight: 700; font-size: .85em; }
.checks--2 { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); }

/* Value list (why choose / promises) */
.values { display: grid; gap: var(--sp-4); grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); }
.value { background: var(--surface); border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: var(--radius); padding: var(--sp-5); box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); transition: transform .3s var(--ease), box-shadow .3s var(--ease); }
.value:hover { transform: translateY(-3px); box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); }
.value__n { font-family: var(--serif); color: var(--accent-600); font-size: 1.1rem; font-weight: 700; }
.value h3 { font-size: var(--step-1); margin: .3em 0 .4em; }
.value p { margin: 0; font-size: .98rem; }

/* Tables */
.table-scroll { overflow-x: auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch; border-radius: var(--radius); border: 1px solid var(--line); box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); }
table.compare { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; min-width: 520px; background: var(--surface); font-size: .98rem; }
table.compare caption { text-align: left; padding: var(--sp-3) var(--sp-4); font-weight: 600; color: var(--muted); }
table.compare th, table.compare td { padding: .9em 1.1em; text-align: left; border-bottom: 1px solid var(--line); }
table.compare thead th { background: var(--brand-900); color: #fff; font-family: var(--sans); font-weight: 600; }
table.compare thead th:last-child { background: var(--brand-600); }
table.compare tbody tr:last-child td { border-bottom: 0; }
table.compare td:first-child { font-weight: 600; color: var(--ink); }
table.compare tbody tr:nth-child(even) { background: var(--surface-alt); }

/* Prose */
.prose { max-width: 44rem; }
.prose p { color: var(--ink-soft); }
.prose strong { color: var(--ink); }
.prose ul { padding-left: 1.2em; display: grid; gap: .4em; margin: 0 0 var(--sp-4); }

/* Split section */
.split { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: clamp(1.5rem, 4vw, 3.5rem); align-items: center; }
.split--reverse .split__media { order: 2; }

/* ---------- CTA band ---------- */
.cta-band { position: relative; overflow: hidden; background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-900), var(--brand-700)); color: #dff0ea; border-radius: var(--radius-lg); padding: clamp(2.25rem, 1.5rem + 4vw, 4.5rem); text-align: center; box-shadow: var(--shadow-lg); }
.cta-band::before { content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; z-index: 0; background: radial-gradient(50% 80% at 80% 10%, rgba(224,161,60,.28), transparent 55%); }
.cta-band > * { position: relative; z-index: 1; }
.cta-band h2 { color: #fff; }
.cta-band .lead { color: #bcd4cc; max-width: 40rem; margin-inline: auto; }
.cta-band .btn-row { justify-content: center; margin-top: var(--sp-5); }

/* ---------- FAQ accordion ---------- */
.faq { display: grid; gap: var(--sp-2); max-width: 52rem; margin-inline: auto; }
.faq__item { background: var(--surface); border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: var(--radius-sm); overflow: hidden; box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); }
.faq__q { width: 100%; text-align: left; background: none; border: 0; cursor: pointer; padding: var(--sp-4); font-family: var(--serif); font-size: var(--step-1); color: var(--ink); display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; gap: var(--sp-3); }
.faq__q:focus-visible { outline: 3px solid var(--accent-500); outline-offset: -3px; }
.faq__icon { flex: 0 0 auto; width: 28px; height: 28px; border-radius: 50%; background: var(--brand-050); color: var(--brand-600); display: grid; place-items: center; font-size: 1.2rem; transition: transform .3s var(--ease); }
.faq__item[data-open="true"] .faq__icon { transform: rotate(45deg); }
.faq__a { max-height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition: max-height .35s var(--ease); }
.faq__a p { padding: 0 var(--sp-4) var(--sp-4); margin: 0; color: var(--ink-soft); }

/* ---------- Contact ---------- */
.contact-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: clamp(1.5rem,4vw,3rem); }
.contact-list { list-style: none; margin: 0; padding: 0; display: grid; gap: var(--sp-3); }
.contact-list li { display: flex; gap: var(--sp-3); align-items: flex-start; }
.contact-list .ico { font-size: 1.3rem; flex: 0 0 auto; }
.contact-list a { color: var(--ink); font-weight: 600; }
.contact-list a:hover { color: var(--brand-600); }
.contact-list small { display:block; color: var(--muted); font-weight: 400; }

.form { display: grid; gap: var(--sp-3); background: var(--surface); border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: var(--radius); padding: var(--sp-5); box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); }
.field { display: grid; gap: .4em; }
.field label { font-size: var(--step--1); font-weight: 600; color: var(--ink); }
.field input, .field select, .field textarea {
  font: inherit; font-size: .98rem; padding: .75em .9em; border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: 10px; background: var(--bg); color: var(--ink); width: 100%;
  transition: border-color .2s var(--ease), box-shadow .2s var(--ease);
}
.field input:focus, .field select:focus, .field textarea:focus { outline: none; border-color: var(--brand-500); box-shadow: 0 0 0 3px var(--brand-050); }
.form__note { font-size: var(--step--1); color: var(--muted); }
.form__ok { display:none; background: var(--brand-050); color: var(--brand-700); border-radius: 10px; padding: var(--sp-3); font-weight: 600; }
.form__ok[data-show="true"] { display:block; }

/* ---------- Footer (premium) ---------- */
.footer {
  position: relative;
  overflow: hidden;
  background: linear-gradient(180deg, #0b3a30 0%, var(--brand-900) 60%);
  color: #a7c1b9;
  padding-block: var(--sp-8) var(--sp-5);
}
/* Animated gradient top edge */
.footer::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; right: 0; height: 3px;
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500), var(--brand-500));
  background-size: 200% 100%;
  animation: footerEdge 9s linear infinite;
}
@keyframes footerEdge { to { background-position: 200% 0; } }
/* Soft ambient glow */
.footer::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; z-index: 0; pointer-events: none;
  width: 560px; height: 560px; right: -140px; top: -180px; border-radius: 50%;
  background: radial-gradient(circle, rgba(224,161,60,.10), transparent 70%);
}
.footer .wrap { position: relative; z-index: 1; }

.footer a { color: #cfe0da; }
.footer a:hover { color: #fff; }
.footer__grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1.5fr 1fr 1fr 1.25fr; gap: var(--sp-5); }
.footer__brand .brand { color: #fff; }
.footer__brand .brand__mark { background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--accent-500), var(--accent-600)); color: #241701; }
.footer__brand p { margin-top: var(--sp-3); max-width: 26rem; font-size: .96rem; line-height: 1.7; }

/* Column headings with an animated accent bar */
.footer h4 {
  position: relative; color: #fff; font-family: var(--sans);
  font-size: .78rem; letter-spacing: .14em; text-transform: uppercase;
  margin-bottom: var(--sp-4); padding-bottom: .7em;
}
.footer h4::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: 0; bottom: 0; width: 24px; height: 2px;
  background: var(--accent-500); border-radius: 2px; transition: width .4s var(--ease);
}
.footer__grid > div:hover h4::after { width: 46px; }

.footer ul { list-style: none; margin: 0; padding: 0; display: grid; gap: .7em; font-size: .96rem; }
/* Link hover: sliding underline */
.footer ul a {
  color: #bcd4cc;
  background-image: linear-gradient(var(--accent-500), var(--accent-500));
  background-size: 0% 1.5px; background-position: 0 100%; background-repeat: no-repeat;
  transition: background-size .35s var(--ease), color .25s var(--ease);
}
.footer ul a:hover { color: #fff; background-size: 100% 1.5px; }

/* Icon-based contact list (replaces emoji) */
.f-contact { gap: .8em; }
.f-contact li { display: flex; gap: .65em; align-items: flex-start; }
.f-contact svg { flex: 0 0 auto; width: 17px; height: 17px; margin-top: .18em; color: var(--accent-500); }
.f-contact span { color: #bcd4cc; }

/* Social buttons */
.socials { display: flex; gap: .6em; margin-top: var(--sp-4); }
.socials a {
  width: 42px; height: 42px; border-radius: 12px; display: grid; place-items: center;
  background: rgba(255,255,255,.07); border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.08);
  transition: background .3s var(--ease), transform .3s var(--ease), box-shadow .3s var(--ease), border-color .3s var(--ease);
}
.socials a:hover {
  background: var(--accent-500); color: #241701; border-color: transparent;
  transform: translateY(-3px); box-shadow: 0 8px 20px rgba(224,161,60,.3);
}

.footer__bottom {
  margin-top: var(--sp-6); padding-top: var(--sp-4);
  border-top: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.12);
  display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: var(--sp-3); justify-content: space-between;
  font-size: var(--step--1); color: #86a49a;
}

/* Footer entrance: columns lifted in via the shared reveal system (JS-tagged) */
@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .footer::before { animation: none; }
}

/* WhatsApp float */
.wa-float { position: fixed; right: 18px; bottom: 18px; z-index: 90; width: 58px; height: 58px; border-radius: 50%; background: #25d366; color:#fff; display: grid; place-items: center; box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); transition: transform .25s var(--ease); }
.wa-float:hover { transform: scale(1.08); color:#fff; }
.wa-float svg { width: 30px; height: 30px; }

/* ---------- Scroll reveal ---------- */
.reveal { opacity: 0; transform: translateY(22px); transition: opacity .7s var(--ease), transform .7s var(--ease); }
.reveal.in { opacity: 1; transform: none; }
.reveal[data-delay="1"] { transition-delay: .08s; }
.reveal[data-delay="2"] { transition-delay: .16s; }
.reveal[data-delay="3"] { transition-delay: .24s; }
.reveal[data-delay="4"] { transition-delay: .32s; }

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .reveal { opacity: 1 !important; transform: none !important; transition: none !important; }
  .btn, .card, .value, .wa-float { transition: none !important; }
  .btn::after { display: none; }
  .hero .media { transform: none !important; }
}

/* ---------- Service cards with native disclosure (Loan Solutions page) ---------- */
.svc { display: flex; flex-direction: column; }
.svc__head { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: var(--sp-3); margin-bottom: var(--sp-3); }
.svc__head .card__icon { margin-bottom: 0; flex: 0 0 auto; }
.svc__head .card__icon svg { width: 26px; height: 26px; stroke: var(--brand-600); }
.svc__head h3 { margin: 0; font-size: var(--step-1); }
.svc__lead { color: var(--ink-soft); }
.svc__more { border-top: 1px solid var(--line); margin-top: auto; }
.svc__more > summary {
  list-style: none; cursor: pointer; padding: var(--sp-3) 0 0;
  font-family: var(--sans); font-weight: 600; color: var(--brand-700); font-size: .95rem;
  display: flex; align-items: center; gap: .5em;
}
.svc__more > summary::-webkit-details-marker { display: none; }
.svc__more > summary::after { content: "＋"; margin-left: auto; font-size: 1.1rem; transition: transform .3s var(--ease); color: var(--accent-600); }
.svc__more[open] > summary::after { transform: rotate(45deg); }
.svc__more > summary:focus-visible { outline: 3px solid var(--accent-500); outline-offset: 3px; border-radius: 6px; }
.svc__body { padding-top: var(--sp-3); }
.svc__body h4 { font-family: var(--sans); font-size: .74rem; letter-spacing: .1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: var(--brand-600); margin: 0 0 var(--sp-2); }
.svc__body ul { list-style: none; margin: 0 0 var(--sp-4); padding: 0; display: grid; gap: .4em; }
.svc__body ul li { position: relative; padding-left: 1.5em; font-size: .95rem; }
.svc__body ul li::before { content: "→"; position: absolute; left: 0; color: var(--brand-500); }
.svc__adv { background: var(--brand-050); border-radius: var(--radius-sm); padding: var(--sp-3); font-size: .95rem; }
.svc__adv strong { display: block; font-family: var(--sans); color: var(--brand-700); margin-bottom: .25em; }
.svc .btn { margin-top: var(--sp-4); align-self: flex-start; }
@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) { .svc__more > summary::after { transition: none; } }

/* ---------- Lender chips ---------- */
.lenders { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: var(--sp-2); }
.lender {
  font-size: .9rem; font-weight: 500; color: var(--ink-soft);
  background: var(--surface); border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: 999px;
  padding: .5em 1em; box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm);
  transition: transform .2s var(--ease), border-color .2s var(--ease), color .2s var(--ease);
}
.lender:hover { transform: translateY(-2px); border-color: var(--brand-500); color: var(--brand-700); }
.lender--more { background: var(--brand-050); border-color: transparent; color: var(--brand-700); font-weight: 600; }

/* Two-up info panels (pricing transparency) */
.panels { display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); gap: var(--sp-4); }
.panel { background: var(--surface); border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: var(--radius); padding: var(--sp-5); box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); }
.panel__tag { display: inline-flex; align-items: center; gap: .5em; font-family: var(--sans); font-weight: 700; font-size: var(--step--1); letter-spacing: .08em; text-transform: uppercase; color: var(--brand-600); margin-bottom: var(--sp-3); }
.panel p { margin: 0; }
@media (max-width: 700px) { .panels { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }

/* ---------- Timeline (About page) ---------- */
.timeline { position: relative; max-width: 46rem; margin-inline: auto; padding-left: 2.5rem; }
.timeline::before { content: ""; position: absolute; left: 11px; top: .4rem; bottom: .4rem; width: 2px; background: linear-gradient(var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500)); }
.tl-item { position: relative; padding-bottom: var(--sp-5); }
.tl-item:last-child { padding-bottom: 0; }
.tl-item::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: -2.5rem; top: .35rem; width: 24px; height: 24px; border-radius: 50%;
  background: var(--surface); border: 3px solid var(--brand-500); box-shadow: 0 0 0 4px var(--brand-050);
}
.tl-year { font-family: var(--serif); font-size: var(--step-1); color: var(--brand-700); font-weight: 700; line-height: 1; }
.tl-event { margin: .4em 0 0; color: var(--ink-soft); }

/* ---------- Credentials & awards ---------- */
.cred { display: flex; gap: var(--sp-3); }
.cred .cred__badge { flex: 0 0 auto; width: 48px; height: 48px; border-radius: 12px; display: grid; place-items: center; font-size: 1.4rem; background: var(--brand-050); }
.cred h3 { font-size: var(--step-1); margin: 0 0 .3em; }
.cred p { margin: 0; font-size: .96rem; }
.award { text-align: center; }
.award__badge { font-size: 2rem; }
.award__year { display: inline-block; font-family: var(--sans); font-weight: 700; font-size: var(--step--1); color: var(--accent-600); background: var(--accent-100); border-radius: 999px; padding: .15em .8em; margin-bottom: .4em; }
.award h3 { font-size: var(--step-1); margin: .3em 0 .2em; }
.award p { margin: 0; font-size: .95rem; color: var(--muted); }

/* ---------- Compliance panel ---------- */
.compliance { display: grid; gap: var(--sp-3); }
.compliance .card h3 { font-size: var(--step-1); }
.compliance .card p { margin: 0; font-size: .98rem; }

/* Skip link */
.skip { position: absolute; left: -999px; top: 0; background: var(--ink); color: #fff; padding: .7em 1.2em; border-radius: 0 0 10px 0; z-index: 200; }
.skip:focus { left: 0; color: #fff; }

/* ---------- Responsive ---------- */
@media (max-width: 900px) {
  .hero__grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }
  .hero__media { order: -1; }
  .grid--4 { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); }
  .grid--3 { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); }
  .steps { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); }
  .split, .split--reverse { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }
  .split--reverse .split__media { order: -1; }
  .contact-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }
  .footer__grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; }
  .footer__brand { grid-column: 1 / -1; }
}
@media (max-width: 560px) {
  .grid--2, .grid--3, .grid--4, .steps, .values, .checks--2 { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }
  .footer__grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }
  .stepblock { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }
  .footer__bottom { justify-content: flex-start; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   HOME PAGE — premium visuals & animations
   ===================================================================== */

/* Animated ambient orb behind the hero (adds to existing .hero::before) */
.hero::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; z-index: -1; pointer-events: none;
  width: min(42vw, 460px); aspect-ratio: 1; border-radius: 50%;
  right: -8%; top: 4%;
  background: radial-gradient(circle at 35% 35%, rgba(224,161,60,.30), rgba(224,161,60,0) 68%);
  animation: floatY 9s ease-in-out infinite;
}
@keyframes floatY { 0%,100% { transform: translateY(0); } 50% { transform: translateY(-24px); } }

/* Hero illustrated visual + floating UI chips */
.hero-visual { position: relative; }
.hero-illustration {
  margin: 0; border-radius: var(--radius-lg); overflow: hidden;
  box-shadow: var(--shadow-lg); aspect-ratio: 4 / 3; background: #dff0ea;
}
.hero-illustration svg { display: block; width: 100%; height: 100%; }
.hero-chip {
  position: absolute; z-index: 2; display: flex; align-items: center; gap: .6em;
  background: rgba(255,255,255,.92); backdrop-filter: blur(6px);
  border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: 16px; padding: .6em .9em;
  box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); font-family: var(--sans); font-weight: 700; font-size: .9rem; color: var(--ink);
}
.hero-chip small { display: block; font-weight: 500; color: var(--muted); font-size: .72rem; }
.hero-chip .chip-ic {
  width: 36px; height: 36px; border-radius: 11px; display: grid; place-items: center; color: #fff;
  background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-500), var(--brand-700)); flex: 0 0 auto;
}
.hero-chip .chip-ic svg { width: 20px; height: 20px; }
.hero-chip--stars { color: var(--accent-600); letter-spacing: .08em; }
.hero-chip--1 { top: 9%; left: -5%; animation: floatY 6s ease-in-out infinite; }
.hero-chip--2 { top: 40%; right: -6%; animation: floatY 7.5s ease-in-out infinite .6s; }
.hero-chip--3 { bottom: 6%; left: 8%; animation: floatY 8.5s ease-in-out infinite 1.1s; }

/* Offering cards with illustrated media banners */
.ocard { overflow: hidden; padding-top: 0; }
.card__media {
  position: relative; margin: 0 calc(-1 * var(--sp-5)) var(--sp-4);
  height: 150px; overflow: hidden;
}
.card__media svg { position: absolute; inset: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; transition: transform .55s var(--ease); }
.ocard:hover .card__media svg { transform: scale(1.07); }
.card__badge {
  position: absolute; left: 14px; bottom: 14px; z-index: 2;
  width: 46px; height: 46px; border-radius: 13px; display: grid; place-items: center; font-size: 1.35rem;
  background: rgba(255,255,255,.94); box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); backdrop-filter: blur(4px);
}
.ocard h3 { margin-top: 0; }

/* Testimonials — stars + avatars */
.quote__stars { color: var(--accent-500); letter-spacing: .12em; font-size: 1rem; margin-bottom: var(--sp-2); }
.quote__who { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: .8em; }
.quote__avatar {
  flex: 0 0 auto; width: 48px; height: 48px; border-radius: 50%;
  display: grid; place-items: center; font-family: var(--serif); font-weight: 700; font-size: 1.05rem;
  color: #fff; background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-500), var(--brand-700)); box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm);
}
.quote__avatar--2 { background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--accent-500), var(--accent-600)); color: #2a1c05; }
.quote__avatar--3 { background: linear-gradient(135deg, #1f9a83, var(--brand-600)); }

/* Premium "Get in touch" panel */
.contact-cta {
  position: relative; overflow: hidden;
  display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1.05fr .95fr; gap: clamp(1.5rem, 4vw, 3.5rem); align-items: center;
  background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-050), #ffffff 70%);
  border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: var(--radius-lg);
  padding: clamp(1.75rem, 1.2rem + 3vw, 3.5rem); box-shadow: var(--shadow-md);
}
.contact-cta::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; z-index: 0; pointer-events: none;
  width: 420px; height: 420px; right: -120px; bottom: -160px; border-radius: 50%;
  background: radial-gradient(circle, rgba(224,161,60,.16), transparent 70%);
}
.contact-cta > * { position: relative; z-index: 1; }

.contact-methods { display: grid; gap: var(--sp-2); margin: var(--sp-4) 0; }
.cmethod {
  display: flex; align-items: center; gap: var(--sp-3);
  background: var(--surface); border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: var(--radius-sm);
  padding: .85em 1em; color: var(--ink);
  transition: transform .28s var(--ease), box-shadow .28s var(--ease), border-color .28s var(--ease);
}
.cmethod:hover { transform: translateX(5px); box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); border-color: var(--brand-500); color: var(--ink); }
.cmethod__ic {
  flex: 0 0 auto; width: 42px; height: 42px; border-radius: 11px; display: grid; place-items: center;
  background: var(--brand-050); color: var(--brand-600);
  transition: background .28s var(--ease), color .28s var(--ease);
}
.cmethod:hover .cmethod__ic { background: var(--brand-600); color: #fff; }
.cmethod__ic svg { width: 20px; height: 20px; }
.cmethod__tx { display: flex; flex-direction: column; line-height: 1.3; }
.cmethod__tx b { font-size: .96rem; }
.cmethod__tx small { color: var(--muted); font-size: .82rem; }
.cmethod__arrow { margin-left: auto; color: var(--brand-500); font-weight: 700; transition: transform .28s var(--ease); }
.cmethod:hover .cmethod__arrow { transform: translateX(4px); }

.contact-visual { position: relative; border-radius: var(--radius-lg); overflow: hidden; box-shadow: var(--shadow-lg); aspect-ratio: 5 / 4; background: var(--brand-050); }
.contact-visual svg,
.contact-visual iframe { position: absolute; inset: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; border: 0; display: block; }
.contact-visual .btn { position: absolute; left: 50%; bottom: 16px; transform: translateX(-50%); z-index: 2; white-space: nowrap; box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); }

@media (max-width: 860px) {
  .contact-cta { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }
  .contact-cta .contact-visual { order: -1; }
}

/* Reduced motion for home visuals */
@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .hero::after, .hero-chip { animation: none; }
  .ocard:hover .card__media svg { transform: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   HOME — photographic card media (concerns, steps, FAQ) & polish
   ===================================================================== */

/* Photos inside card media banners */
.card__media img { position: absolute; inset: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover; transition: transform .6s var(--ease); }
.ocard:hover .card__media img { transform: scale(1.07); }
.card__media::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; pointer-events: none;
  background: linear-gradient(180deg, rgba(8,46,39,0) 55%, rgba(8,46,39,.28));
}

/* Concern cards: quote sits closer under the image */
.ocard.concern .concern__q { margin-top: 0; }

/* Step cards (now media-topped) — number badge overlaid on the photo */
.step-badge {
  position: absolute; top: 12px; left: 12px; z-index: 2;
  width: 42px; height: 42px; border-radius: 50%; display: grid; place-items: center;
  font-family: var(--serif); font-weight: 700; font-size: 1.1rem; color: #2a1c05;
  background: var(--accent-500); box-shadow: var(--shadow-md);
}
.steps .card h3 { font-size: var(--step-1); }
.steps .card p { font-size: .98rem; margin: 0; }

/* FAQ — supporting image beside the accordion */
.faq-layout { display: grid; grid-template-columns: .82fr 1.18fr; gap: clamp(1.5rem, 4vw, 3rem); align-items: stretch; }
.faq-media { position: relative; border-radius: var(--radius-lg); overflow: hidden; box-shadow: var(--shadow-lg); min-height: 340px; }
.faq-media img { position: absolute; inset: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover; }
.faq-media__cap {
  position: absolute; left: 0; right: 0; bottom: 0; z-index: 1; padding: var(--sp-4);
  background: linear-gradient(0deg, rgba(8,46,39,.82), rgba(8,46,39,0));
  color: #fff; font-family: var(--serif); font-size: var(--step-1);
}
.faq-layout .faq { max-width: none; margin: 0; }
@media (max-width: 860px) {
  .faq-layout { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }
  .faq-media { min-height: 200px; }
}

/* Stat cards — accent icon disc + lift */
.stat__icon {
  width: 62px; height: 62px; margin: 0 auto var(--sp-2); border-radius: 50%;
  display: grid; place-items: center; font-size: 1.7rem;
  background: radial-gradient(circle at 50% 35%, var(--brand-050), #dcece6);
  box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(15,106,90,.12);
}

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .ocard:hover .card__media img { transform: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   HOME — real photos for hero + offering cards; SVG stat/badge icons
   ===================================================================== */
/* Hero photo fills the illustration frame */
.hero-illustration img { width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover; display: block; }

/* Stat icons as line-art SVGs in the accent disc */
.stat__icon svg { width: 28px; height: 28px; stroke: var(--brand-600); fill: none; }

/* Offering card badge now holds an SVG icon */
.card__badge svg { width: 24px; height: 24px; stroke: var(--brand-600); fill: none; }

/* =====================================================================
   PREMIUM CARD HOVER INTERACTIONS
   ===================================================================== */
/* Base card: deeper, springier lift */
.card { transition: transform .38s var(--ease), box-shadow .38s var(--ease), border-color .38s var(--ease); }
.card:hover { transform: translateY(-8px); box-shadow: 0 30px 60px rgba(15,36,31,.18); border-color: #d8cba6; }

/* Photo/media cards (offerings, concerns, steps) */
.ocard .card__media img { transition: transform .7s var(--ease), filter .7s var(--ease); }
.ocard:hover .card__media img { transform: scale(1.1); filter: saturate(1.08) brightness(1.04); }
.ocard:hover .card__media::after { background: linear-gradient(180deg, rgba(8,46,39,0) 38%, rgba(8,46,39,.42)); }

/* Diagonal light sheen sweeping across the photo on hover */
.card__media::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; z-index: 1; pointer-events: none;
  transform: translateX(-150%);
  background: linear-gradient(115deg, transparent 36%, rgba(255,255,255,.4) 50%, transparent 64%);
}
.ocard:hover .card__media::before { animation: shine .85s var(--ease); }

/* Icon badge pops up */
.card__badge { transition: transform .4s var(--ease), box-shadow .4s var(--ease); }
.ocard:hover .card__badge { transform: translateY(-4px) scale(1.08); box-shadow: var(--shadow-lg); }

/* Title warms to brand green; CTA arrow already glides */
.ocard h3, .card__cta { transition: color .3s var(--ease); }
.ocard:hover h3, .card:hover .card__cta { color: var(--brand-700); }

/* Concern quote mark lifts subtly */
.ocard.concern:hover .concern__q { color: var(--brand-900); }

/* Stat cards — icon disc + value react */
.stat__icon, .stat__value { transition: transform .4s var(--ease), background .4s var(--ease); }
.stat.card:hover .stat__icon { transform: translateY(-3px) scale(1.1); background: radial-gradient(circle at 50% 35%, #eef6f2, #cfe7df); }
.stat.card:hover .stat__value { transform: scale(1.05); }

/* Testimonial cards — lift + avatar tilt */
.quote { transition: transform .38s var(--ease), box-shadow .38s var(--ease), border-color .38s var(--ease); }
.quote:hover { transform: translateY(-6px); box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); border-color: #d8cba6; }
.quote__avatar { transition: transform .4s var(--ease); }
.quote:hover .quote__avatar { transform: scale(1.1) rotate(-4deg); }

/* Value cards — number goes gold */
.value__n { transition: color .3s var(--ease); }
.value:hover .value__n { color: var(--accent-600); }

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .card:hover, .quote:hover { transform: none; }
  .ocard:hover .card__media img { transform: none; filter: none; }
  .card__media::before { display: none; }
  .ocard:hover .card__badge, .stat.card:hover .stat__icon,
  .stat.card:hover .stat__value, .quote:hover .quote__avatar { transform: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   ABOUT PAGE — real photo frames, floating chips, founder card, stat band
   ===================================================================== */

/* Premium photo frame (replaces the gradient .media stand-ins) */
.figure {
  position: relative; margin: 0; overflow: hidden; isolation: isolate;
  border-radius: var(--radius-lg); background: var(--brand-050);
  box-shadow: var(--shadow-lg);
}
.figure::after { /* subtle inner ring for a crafted, framed feel */
  content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; z-index: 3; pointer-events: none;
  border-radius: inherit; box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(255,255,255,.14);
}
.figure img { width: 100%; height: 100%; object-fit: cover; display: block; transition: transform .85s var(--ease), filter .85s var(--ease); }
.figure:hover img { transform: scale(1.055); filter: saturate(1.06); }
.figure--wide { aspect-ratio: 16 / 10; }
.figure--tall { aspect-ratio: 3 / 4; }
.figure--43   { aspect-ratio: 4 / 3; }
.figure__cap {
  position: absolute; left: 0; right: 0; bottom: 0; z-index: 2;
  padding: var(--sp-6) var(--sp-4) var(--sp-4); color: #fff;
  background: linear-gradient(0deg, rgba(8,46,39,.88), rgba(8,46,39,.18) 58%, transparent);
}
.figure__cap b { display: block; font-family: var(--sans); font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: .1em; text-transform: uppercase; font-size: .68rem; color: var(--accent-100); margin-bottom: .3em; }
.figure__cap span { font-family: var(--serif); font-size: var(--step-1); line-height: 1.25; }

/* Floating glass chips over the hero photo */
.fig-wrap { position: relative; }
.fig-chip {
  position: absolute; z-index: 4; display: flex; align-items: center; gap: .6em;
  background: rgba(255,255,255,.93); backdrop-filter: blur(7px); -webkit-backdrop-filter: blur(7px);
  border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: 16px; padding: .6em .9em;
  box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); font-family: var(--sans); font-weight: 700; font-size: .9rem; color: var(--ink);
}
.fig-chip small { display: block; font-weight: 500; color: var(--muted); font-size: .72rem; }
.fig-chip .chip-ic { width: 36px; height: 36px; border-radius: 11px; display: grid; place-items: center; flex: 0 0 auto; background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-500), var(--brand-700)); }
.fig-chip .chip-ic svg { width: 20px; height: 20px; stroke: #fff; fill: none; }
.fig-chip--stars { color: var(--accent-600); letter-spacing: .06em; font-size: 1rem; }
.fig-chip--1 { top: 7%; left: -6%; animation: floatY 6s ease-in-out infinite; }
.fig-chip--2 { top: 30%; right: -6%; animation: floatY 7.5s ease-in-out infinite .6s; }

/* Founder signature card inside the origin story */
.founder {
  display: flex; align-items: center; gap: var(--sp-3); margin-top: var(--sp-5);
  padding: var(--sp-4); background: var(--surface); border: 1px solid var(--line);
  border-radius: var(--radius); box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm);
}
.founder__photo { flex: 0 0 auto; width: 66px; height: 66px; border-radius: 50%; object-fit: cover; box-shadow: 0 0 0 3px var(--brand-050); }
.founder__meta { line-height: 1.45; }
.founder__name { font-family: var(--serif); font-weight: 700; font-size: var(--step-1); color: var(--ink); }
.founder__role { font-size: var(--step--1); color: var(--brand-600); font-weight: 600; }
.founder__sig { font-family: var(--serif); font-style: italic; color: var(--muted); margin-top: .15em; }

/* "By the numbers" stat band (sits in a .section--ink) */
.statband { display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(4, 1fr); gap: var(--sp-4); }
.statband .stat { border-radius: var(--radius); }
.statband .stat__icon { background: rgba(224,161,60,.14); box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(224,161,60,.25); }
.statband .stat__icon svg { width: 28px; height: 28px; stroke: var(--accent-500); fill: none; }

@media (max-width: 760px) { .statband { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr); } }
@media (max-width: 900px) {
  .fig-chip--1 { left: 4%; }
  .fig-chip--2 { right: 4%; }
}
@media (max-width: 560px) {
  .fig-chip { font-size: .8rem; padding: .5em .7em; gap: .5em; }
  .fig-chip small { font-size: .64rem; }
  .fig-chip .chip-ic { width: 30px; height: 30px; border-radius: 9px; }
  .fig-chip .chip-ic svg { width: 17px; height: 17px; }
  .fig-chip--stars { font-size: .82rem; }
  .fig-chip--1 { top: 5%; left: 3%; }
  .fig-chip--2 { top: 26%; right: 3%; }
}

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .figure:hover img { transform: none; filter: none; }
  .fig-chip { animation: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   ABOUT PAGE — premium SVG icons + per-card animations (scoped)
   ===================================================================== */

/* ---- Line-art icons replacing emoji ---- */
.page-about .card__icon svg { width: 27px; height: 27px; stroke: var(--brand-600); fill: none; stroke-width: 1.7; stroke-linecap: round; stroke-linejoin: round; transition: stroke .4s var(--ease); }
.page-about .cred__badge svg { width: 25px; height: 25px; stroke: var(--brand-600); fill: none; stroke-width: 1.7; stroke-linecap: round; stroke-linejoin: round; transition: stroke .4s var(--ease); }
.page-about .award__badge { display: grid; place-items: center; }
.page-about .award__badge svg { width: 42px; height: 42px; stroke: var(--accent-600); fill: none; stroke-width: 1.5; stroke-linecap: round; stroke-linejoin: round; }

/* ---- Universal accent top-bar that sweeps in on hover ---- */
.page-about .card { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-about .card::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 3px; width: 100%;
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: left;
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transition: transform .55s var(--ease); z-index: 4;
}
.page-about .card:hover::before { transform: scaleX(1); }
/* Soft radial glow that fades in from a corner on hover */
.page-about .card::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; z-index: 0; pointer-events: none;
  width: 260px; height: 260px; right: -90px; top: -90px; border-radius: 50%;
  background: radial-gradient(circle, rgba(224,161,60,.12), transparent 68%);
  opacity: 0; transform: scale(.6); transition: opacity .5s var(--ease), transform .6s var(--ease);
}
.page-about .card:hover::after { opacity: 1; transform: scale(1); }
.page-about .card > * { position: relative; z-index: 1; }

/* ---- Expertise (feature) cards — icon comes alive ---- */
.page-about .card__icon {
  position: relative; overflow: hidden;
  transition: transform .5s var(--ease), background .5s var(--ease), box-shadow .5s var(--ease);
}
.page-about .card:hover .card__icon {
  transform: rotate(-6deg) scale(1.1);
  background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-050), #d5eae2);
  box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(15,106,90,.18), 0 8px 18px rgba(15,106,90,.14);
}
.page-about .card:hover .card__icon svg { stroke: var(--brand-700); }
/* light sweep across the icon tile */
.page-about .card__icon::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; transform: translateX(-140%);
  background: linear-gradient(115deg, transparent 38%, rgba(255,255,255,.6) 50%, transparent 62%);
}
.page-about .card:hover .card__icon::after { animation: shine .8s var(--ease); }
.page-about .feature-grid h3 { transition: color .35s var(--ease); }
.page-about .feature-grid .card:hover h3 { color: var(--brand-700); }

/* ---- Credentials cards — badge tilt + fill ---- */
.page-about .cred__badge { transition: transform .5s var(--ease), background .5s var(--ease); }
.page-about .cred:hover .cred__badge { transform: rotate(-8deg) scale(1.1); background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-050), #d5eae2); }
.page-about .cred:hover .cred__badge svg { stroke: var(--brand-700); }

/* ---- Award cards — trophy lifts, year badge pops ---- */
.page-about .award__badge { transition: transform .5s var(--ease); }
.page-about .award:hover .award__badge { transform: translateY(-5px) scale(1.08); }
.page-about .award__year { transition: transform .4s var(--ease), background .4s var(--ease), color .4s var(--ease); }
.page-about .award:hover .award__year { transform: translateY(-2px); background: var(--accent-500); color: #2a1c05; }

/* ---- Stat band cards — icon spins up subtly ---- */
.page-about .statband .stat__icon { transition: transform .5s var(--ease), background .5s var(--ease); }
.page-about .statband .stat:hover .stat__icon { transform: translateY(-4px) rotate(6deg) scale(1.08); }

/* ---- Value cards — number watermark + left accent grows ---- */
.page-about .value { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-about .value::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 12%; bottom: 12%; width: 3px;
  background: linear-gradient(var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transform: scaleY(0); transform-origin: top; transition: transform .5s var(--ease);
  border-radius: 3px;
}
.page-about .value:hover::after { transform: scaleY(1); }
.page-about .value__n { display: inline-block; transition: transform .4s var(--ease), color .3s var(--ease); }
.page-about .value:hover .value__n { transform: translateX(4px); color: var(--accent-600); }
.page-about .value h3 { transition: color .35s var(--ease); }
.page-about .value:hover h3 { color: var(--brand-700); }

/* ---- Founder card — photo & sheen ---- */
.page-about .founder { position: relative; overflow: hidden; transition: transform .4s var(--ease), box-shadow .4s var(--ease), border-color .4s var(--ease); }
.page-about .founder:hover { transform: translateY(-3px); box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); border-color: #d8cba6; }
.page-about .founder__photo { transition: transform .5s var(--ease), box-shadow .5s var(--ease); }
.page-about .founder:hover .founder__photo { transform: scale(1.06); box-shadow: 0 0 0 3px var(--accent-100); }

/* =====================================================================
   ABOUT — animated timeline (fixes list-numbers, adds motion)
   ===================================================================== */
.page-about .timeline { list-style: none; }
/* the vertical spine draws itself in */
.page-about .timeline::before { transform: scaleY(0); transform-origin: top; transition: transform 1.2s var(--ease); }
.page-about .timeline.in::before { transform: scaleY(1); }

/* each milestone slides + fades in, staggered */
.page-about .tl-item { opacity: 0; transform: translateX(22px); transition: opacity .6s var(--ease), transform .6s var(--ease); }
.page-about .timeline.in .tl-item { opacity: 1; transform: none; }
.page-about .timeline.in .tl-item:nth-child(1) { transition-delay: .25s; }
.page-about .timeline.in .tl-item:nth-child(2) { transition-delay: .42s; }
.page-about .timeline.in .tl-item:nth-child(3) { transition-delay: .59s; }
.page-about .timeline.in .tl-item:nth-child(4) { transition-delay: .76s; }
.page-about .timeline.in .tl-item:nth-child(5) { transition-delay: .93s; }

/* dot: pops in, fills with brand on hover, gentle ring pulse */
.page-about .tl-item::before {
  transform: scale(0); transition: transform .45s var(--ease), background .35s var(--ease), box-shadow .35s var(--ease);
}
.page-about .timeline.in .tl-item::before { transform: scale(1); }
.page-about .timeline.in .tl-item:nth-child(1)::before { transition-delay: .3s; }
.page-about .timeline.in .tl-item:nth-child(2)::before { transition-delay: .47s; }
.page-about .timeline.in .tl-item:nth-child(3)::before { transition-delay: .64s; }
.page-about .timeline.in .tl-item:nth-child(4)::before { transition-delay: .81s; }
.page-about .timeline.in .tl-item:nth-child(5)::before { transition-delay: .98s; }
.page-about .tl-item:hover::before { background: var(--brand-500); box-shadow: 0 0 0 6px var(--brand-050); }
.page-about .tl-year { transition: color .35s var(--ease), transform .35s var(--ease); }
.page-about .tl-item:hover .tl-year { color: var(--accent-600); transform: translateX(3px); }

/* =====================================================================
   ABOUT — section heading flourish
   ===================================================================== */
.page-about .section-head.center .eyebrow { position: relative; }

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .page-about .card::before, .page-about .card::after,
  .page-about .value::after { transition: none; }
  .page-about .card:hover .card__icon,
  .page-about .cred:hover .cred__badge,
  .page-about .award:hover .award__badge,
  .page-about .statband .stat:hover .stat__icon,
  .page-about .founder:hover .founder__photo { transform: none; }
  .page-about .card:hover .card__icon::after { animation: none; }
  .page-about .timeline::before,
  .page-about .timeline.in::before { transform: scaleY(1); transition: none; }
  .page-about .tl-item { opacity: 1; transform: none; transition: none; }
  .page-about .tl-item::before { transform: scale(1); transition: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   ABOUT — editorial "Our Story" typography & animation
   ===================================================================== */
.page-about .story { position: relative; }
/* oversized decorative quote mark behind the copy */
.page-about .story::before {
  content: "\201C"; position: absolute; top: -2.4rem; right: -.5rem; z-index: 0;
  font-family: var(--serif); font-size: 9rem; line-height: 1; color: var(--brand-500);
  opacity: .09; pointer-events: none; user-select: none;
}
.page-about .story > * { position: relative; z-index: 1; }

/* gradient divider that scales in under the heading */
.page-about .story__divider {
  display: block; height: 3px; width: 62px; border-radius: 3px; margin: .2rem 0 var(--sp-4);
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
}
.page-about .story__divider.reveal { opacity: 1; transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: left; transition: transform .85s var(--ease) .15s; }
.page-about .story__divider.reveal.in { transform: scaleX(1); }

/* lead paragraph with editorial drop cap */
.page-about .story__lead { font-size: 1.14rem; line-height: 1.7; color: var(--ink-soft); }
.page-about .story__lead::first-letter {
  float: left; font-family: var(--serif); font-weight: 600; color: var(--brand-600);
  font-size: 3.6em; line-height: .74; padding: .04em .1em 0 0;
}
.page-about .story__lead::first-line { letter-spacing: .002em; }

/* serif-italic emphasis on the signature lines */
.page-about .story__em { font-family: var(--serif); font-style: italic; font-weight: 600; color: var(--brand-700); }

/* animated highlighter marker over key phrases (sweeps in on scroll) */
.page-about .mark {
  background-image: linear-gradient(var(--accent-100), var(--accent-100));
  background-repeat: no-repeat; background-position: 0 92%; background-size: 0% 42%;
  padding: 0 .12em; border-radius: 2px; color: inherit; box-decoration-break: clone; -webkit-box-decoration-break: clone;
  transition: background-size .95s var(--ease) .35s;
}
.page-about .story p.reveal.in .mark { background-size: 100% 42%; }

.page-about .story p { color: var(--ink-soft); }

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .page-about .story__divider.reveal,
  .page-about .story__divider.reveal.in { transform: scaleX(1); transition: none; }
  .page-about .mark { background-size: 100% 42%; transition: none; }
}

/* Nav: keep brand & links on one line with the display serif */
.brand { white-space: nowrap; }
.nav__links a { white-space: nowrap; }
/* Give the tight tablet zone a touch more room before the mobile menu */
@media (min-width: 901px) and (max-width: 1080px) {
  .nav__links { gap: .05rem; }
  .nav__links a { padding: .5em .55em; font-size: .9rem; }
  .brand { font-size: 1.34rem; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   HOME PAGE — premium polish & richer animation (scoped .page-home)
   ===================================================================== */

/* ---- Hero: cinematic slow zoom on the photo ---- */
.page-home .hero-illustration { overflow: hidden; }
.page-home .hero-illustration img { animation: kenburns 22s ease-in-out infinite alternate; will-change: transform; }
@keyframes kenburns { from { transform: scale(1.02); } to { transform: scale(1.1); } }
.page-home .faq-media img { animation: kenburns 26s ease-in-out infinite alternate; }

/* proof chips lift */
.page-home .proof { transition: transform .3s var(--ease), box-shadow .3s var(--ease), border-color .3s var(--ease); }
.page-home .proof:hover { transform: translateY(-2px); box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); border-color: var(--brand-500); }

/* ---- Animated accent bar under every section heading ---- */
.page-home .section-head h2 { position: relative; }
.page-home .section-head.center h2::after {
  content: ""; display: block; width: 66px; height: 3px; margin: var(--sp-3) auto 0;
  border-radius: 3px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: center; transition: transform .8s var(--ease) .15s;
}
.page-home .section-head:not(.center) h2::after {
  content: ""; display: block; width: 66px; height: 3px; margin: var(--sp-3) 0 0;
  border-radius: 3px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: left; transition: transform .8s var(--ease) .15s;
}
.page-home .section-head h2.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); }

/* ---- Stat cards: accent sweep + living icon ---- */
.page-home .stat.card { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-home .stat.card::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 3px; width: 100%;
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: left; z-index: 3;
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transition: transform .55s var(--ease);
}
.page-home .stat.card:hover::before { transform: scaleX(1); }
.page-home .stat__icon { transition: transform .5s var(--ease), background .5s var(--ease), box-shadow .5s var(--ease); }
.page-home .stat.card:hover .stat__icon { transform: translateY(-4px) rotate(6deg) scale(1.08); box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(15,106,90,.16), 0 8px 18px rgba(15,106,90,.14); }
.page-home .stat.card:hover .stat__value { color: var(--brand-600); }

/* ---- Offering / concern / step photo cards: gold ring on hover ---- */
.page-home .ocard::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; z-index: 3; pointer-events: none; border-radius: inherit;
  box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 0 rgba(224,161,60,0); transition: box-shadow .5s var(--ease);
}
.page-home .ocard:hover::after { box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 2px rgba(224,161,60,.55); }
/* badge tilts on hover */
.page-home .ocard:hover .card__badge { transform: translateY(-4px) scale(1.1) rotate(-6deg); }

/* ---- Steps: number badge pop ---- */
.page-home .steps .step-badge { transition: transform .45s var(--ease), box-shadow .45s var(--ease); }
.page-home .steps .card:hover .step-badge { transform: scale(1.15) rotate(-8deg); box-shadow: var(--shadow-lg); }

/* ---- Testimonials: decorative quote watermark + stagger polish ---- */
.page-home .quote { position: relative; overflow: hidden; isolation: isolate; }
.page-home .quote::after {
  content: "\201D"; position: absolute; right: .6rem; top: -1.4rem; z-index: 0;
  font-family: var(--serif); font-size: 7rem; line-height: 1; color: var(--brand-500);
  opacity: .08; pointer-events: none; user-select: none;
}
.page-home .quote > * { position: relative; z-index: 1; }

/* ---- CTA band: slow light sheen sweeping across ---- */
.page-home .cta-band { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-home .cta-band::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; top: -20%; left: -45%; width: 38%; height: 140%; z-index: 0;
  background: linear-gradient(105deg, transparent, rgba(255,255,255,.10), transparent);
  transform: skewX(-18deg); animation: ctaSheen 7s ease-in-out infinite;
}
@keyframes ctaSheen { 0%, 100% { left: -45%; } 55% { left: 115%; } }

/* ---- Contact method rows: icon fills on hover (already translateX) ---- */
.page-home .cmethod__ic { transition: background .3s var(--ease), color .3s var(--ease), transform .3s var(--ease); }
.page-home .cmethod:hover .cmethod__ic { transform: scale(1.08) rotate(-4deg); }

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .page-home .hero-illustration img,
  .page-home .faq-media img,
  .page-home .cta-band::after { animation: none; }
  .page-home .section-head.center h2::after,
  .page-home .section-head:not(.center) h2::after,
  .page-home .section-head h2.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); transition: none; }
  .page-home .stat.card:hover .stat__icon,
  .page-home .ocard:hover .card__badge,
  .page-home .steps .card:hover .step-badge,
  .page-home .cmethod:hover .cmethod__ic,
  .page-home .proof:hover { transform: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   NAVBAR — premium refinement & animation (site-wide)
   ===================================================================== */

/* Deeper, cleaner glass */
.nav {
  background: rgba(251,250,246,.62);
  backdrop-filter: saturate(180%) blur(18px);
  -webkit-backdrop-filter: saturate(180%) blur(18px);
}
.nav.scrolled {
  background: rgba(251,250,246,.88);
  box-shadow: 0 12px 34px rgba(15,36,31,.10);
}
/* Animated gradient hairline that fades in once scrolled */
.nav::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: 0; right: 0; bottom: -1px; height: 1.5px; z-index: 1;
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, transparent, var(--accent-500) 30%, var(--brand-500) 70%, transparent);
  background-size: 200% 100%; opacity: 0; pointer-events: none;
  transition: opacity .5s var(--ease); animation: navEdge 9s linear infinite;
}
.nav.scrolled::after { opacity: .7; }
@keyframes navEdge { to { background-position: 200% 0; } }

/* Gliding indicator removed — active page shown via the gold underline instead */
.nav__indicator { display: none !important; }

/* Brand: refined weight + a slightly richer mark */
.brand__mark { box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(255,255,255,.22), 0 6px 16px rgba(15,106,90,.22); }

@keyframes navLinkIn { from { opacity: 0; transform: translateY(-9px); } to { opacity: 1; transform: none; } }

/* Desktop-only premium touches */
@media (min-width: 901px) {
  /* staggered entrance for links on load */
  .nav__links li { animation: navLinkIn .6s var(--ease) both; }
  .nav__links li:nth-child(1) { animation-delay: .12s; }
  .nav__links li:nth-child(2) { animation-delay: .18s; }
  .nav__links li:nth-child(3) { animation-delay: .24s; }
  .nav__links li:nth-child(4) { animation-delay: .30s; }
  .nav__links li:nth-child(5) { animation-delay: .36s; }
  .nav__links li:nth-child(6) { animation-delay: .42s; }
  .nav__links li:nth-child(7) { animation-delay: .48s; }

  .nav__links a { transition: color .25s var(--ease), transform .25s var(--ease); }
  .nav__links a:hover { transform: translateY(-1px); }
  /* gold underline slides in on hover, mirroring the active page */
  .nav__links a:hover::after { left: .85em; right: .85em; }

  /* Last link ("Get Started") becomes an accent CTA button */
  .nav__links li:last-of-type { margin-left: .4rem; }
  .nav__links li:last-of-type a {
    position: relative; overflow: hidden; z-index: 1;
    color: #2a1c05; font-weight: 600;
    background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--accent-500), var(--accent-600));
    padding: .62em 1.2em; border-radius: 999px;
    box-shadow: 0 6px 16px rgba(224,161,60,.28);
  }
  .nav__links li:last-of-type a:hover { color: #2a1c05; transform: translateY(-2px); box-shadow: 0 10px 24px rgba(224,161,60,.36); }
  .nav__links li:last-of-type a::after { display: none; } /* no gold underline on the CTA */
  .nav__links li:last-of-type a::before {
    content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; transform: translateX(-140%); pointer-events: none;
    background: linear-gradient(115deg, transparent 35%, rgba(255,255,255,.55) 50%, transparent 65%);
  }
  .nav__links li:last-of-type a:hover::before { animation: shine .75s var(--ease); }
}

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .nav::after { animation: none; }
  .nav__links li { animation: none; }
  .nav__links a:hover { transform: none; }
  .nav__links li:last-of-type a:hover { transform: none; }
  .nav__links li:last-of-type a:hover::before { animation: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   ABOUT PAGE — extra premium polish to match/exceed the home standard
   ===================================================================== */

/* Animated accent bar under each centered section heading */
.page-about .section-head h2 { position: relative; }
.page-about .section-head.center h2::after {
  content: ""; display: block; width: 66px; height: 3px; margin: var(--sp-3) auto 0;
  border-radius: 3px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: center; transition: transform .8s var(--ease) .15s;
}
.page-about .section-head h2.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); }
/* on the dark "By the Numbers" band, brighten the bar */
.page-about .section--ink .section-head h2::after { background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--accent-500), var(--accent-600)); }

/* Values heading (left-aligned, not in a section-head) gets a matching bar */
.page-about #values-head { position: relative; }
.page-about #values-head::after {
  content: ""; display: block; width: 66px; height: 3px; margin: var(--sp-3) 0 0;
  border-radius: 3px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: left; transition: transform .8s var(--ease) .15s;
}
.page-about #values-head.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); }

/* Proof chips lift on hover (hero) */
.page-about .proof { transition: transform .3s var(--ease), box-shadow .3s var(--ease), border-color .3s var(--ease); }
.page-about .proof:hover { transform: translateY(-2px); box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); border-color: var(--brand-500); }

/* CTA band: slow light sheen sweeping across */
.page-about .cta-band { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-about .cta-band::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; top: -20%; left: -45%; width: 38%; height: 140%; z-index: 0;
  background: linear-gradient(105deg, transparent, rgba(255,255,255,.10), transparent);
  transform: skewX(-18deg); animation: ctaSheen 7s ease-in-out infinite;
}

/* Hero photo: gentle cinematic drift */
.page-about .hero .figure--wide img { animation: kenburns 24s ease-in-out infinite alternate; }
.page-about .hero .figure--wide:hover img { animation-play-state: paused; }

/* Stat band values shift to gold-warm on hover of their card */
.page-about .statband .stat:hover .stat__value { color: var(--accent-600); }

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .page-about .section-head.center h2::after,
  .page-about #values-head::after,
  .page-about .section-head h2.reveal.in::after,
  .page-about #values-head.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); transition: none; }
  .page-about .cta-band::after,
  .page-about .hero .figure--wide img { animation: none; }
  .page-about .proof:hover { transform: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   LOAN SOLUTIONS — premium polish & animation (scoped .page-loans)
   ===================================================================== */

/* Pricing panel tag icon (replaces emoji) */
.page-loans .panel__tag { align-items: center; }
.page-loans .panel__tag svg { width: 20px; height: 20px; stroke: var(--brand-600); vertical-align: -.35em; margin-right: .15em; }

/* Animated accent bar under each centered section heading */
.page-loans .section-head h2 { position: relative; }
.page-loans .section-head.center h2::after {
  content: ""; display: block; width: 66px; height: 3px; margin: var(--sp-3) auto 0;
  border-radius: 3px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: center; transition: transform .8s var(--ease) .15s;
}
.page-loans .section-head h2.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); }

/* Service cards — accent sweep + living icon + title warm */
.page-loans .card.svc { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-loans .card.svc::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 3px; width: 100%;
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: left; z-index: 4;
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transition: transform .55s var(--ease);
}
.page-loans .card.svc:hover::before { transform: scaleX(1); }
.page-loans .svc__head .card__icon { transition: transform .5s var(--ease), background .5s var(--ease), box-shadow .5s var(--ease); }
.page-loans .svc:hover .card__icon { transform: rotate(-6deg) scale(1.1); background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-050), #d5eae2); box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(15,106,90,.18); }
.page-loans .svc:hover .card__icon svg { stroke: var(--brand-700); }
.page-loans .svc__head h3 { transition: color .3s var(--ease); }
.page-loans .svc:hover .svc__head h3 { color: var(--brand-700); }
.page-loans .svc__more > summary { transition: color .25s var(--ease); }
.page-loans .svc__more > summary:hover { color: var(--accent-600); }

/* Pricing panels lift */
.page-loans .panel { transition: transform .3s var(--ease), box-shadow .3s var(--ease), border-color .3s var(--ease); }
.page-loans .panel:hover { transform: translateY(-4px); box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); border-color: #d8cba6; }

/* Comparison table — highlight the Spotto column (base highlighted the wrong one) + row hover */
.page-loans table.compare thead th:last-child { background: var(--brand-900); }
.page-loans table.compare thead th:nth-child(2) { background: var(--brand-600); }
.page-loans table.compare td:nth-child(2) { color: var(--brand-700); font-weight: 600; }
.page-loans table.compare tbody tr { transition: background .25s var(--ease); }
.page-loans table.compare tbody tr:hover { background: var(--brand-050); }

/* Lender chips: consistent hover depth */
.page-loans .lender { transition: transform .25s var(--ease), border-color .25s var(--ease), color .25s var(--ease), box-shadow .25s var(--ease); }
.page-loans .lender:hover { box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); }

/* CTA band sheen */
.page-loans .cta-band { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-loans .cta-band::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; top: -20%; left: -45%; width: 38%; height: 140%; z-index: 0;
  background: linear-gradient(105deg, transparent, rgba(255,255,255,.10), transparent);
  transform: skewX(-18deg); animation: ctaSheen 7s ease-in-out infinite;
}

/* Hero photo cinematic drift */
.page-loans .hero .figure--wide img { animation: kenburns 24s ease-in-out infinite alternate; }
.page-loans .hero .figure--wide:hover img { animation-play-state: paused; }

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .page-loans .section-head.center h2::after,
  .page-loans .section-head h2.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); transition: none; }
  .page-loans .svc:hover .card__icon, .page-loans .panel:hover { transform: none; }
  .page-loans .cta-band::after, .page-loans .hero .figure--wide img { animation: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   WHY CHOOSE SPOTTO — premium polish & animation (scoped .page-why)
   ===================================================================== */

/* Line-art icons (What We Stand For) */
.page-why .card__icon svg { width: 27px; height: 27px; stroke: var(--brand-600); fill: none; stroke-width: 1.7; stroke-linecap: round; stroke-linejoin: round; transition: stroke .4s var(--ease); }
/* icons inside ghost buttons (contact) */
.page-why .btn svg { vertical-align: -.2em; }

/* Animated accent bar under centered section headings */
.page-why .section-head h2 { position: relative; }
.page-why .section-head.center h2::after {
  content: ""; display: block; width: 66px; height: 3px; margin: var(--sp-3) auto 0;
  border-radius: 3px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: center; transition: transform .8s var(--ease) .15s;
}
.page-why .section-head h2.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); }

/* Cards (What We Stand For + Service Promise) — accent sweep, icon life, title warm */
.page-why .card { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-why .card::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 3px; width: 100%;
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: left; z-index: 4;
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transition: transform .55s var(--ease);
}
.page-why .card:hover::before { transform: scaleX(1); }
.page-why .card__icon { transition: transform .5s var(--ease), background .5s var(--ease), box-shadow .5s var(--ease); }
.page-why .card:hover .card__icon { transform: rotate(-6deg) scale(1.1); background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-050), #d5eae2); box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(15,106,90,.18); }
.page-why .card:hover .card__icon svg { stroke: var(--brand-700); }
.page-why .card h3 { transition: color .3s var(--ease); }
.page-why .card:hover h3 { color: var(--brand-700); }

/* Value cards (The Spotto Difference) — left accent rail + gold number */
.page-why .value { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-why .value::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 12%; bottom: 12%; width: 3px;
  background: linear-gradient(var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transform: scaleY(0); transform-origin: top; transition: transform .5s var(--ease); border-radius: 3px;
}
.page-why .value:hover::after { transform: scaleY(1); }
.page-why .value__n { display: inline-block; transition: transform .4s var(--ease), color .3s var(--ease); }
.page-why .value:hover .value__n { transform: translateX(4px); color: var(--accent-600); }
.page-why .value h3 { transition: color .3s var(--ease); }
.page-why .value:hover h3 { color: var(--brand-700); }

/* Testimonial cards — decorative quote mark colour + oversized mark */
.page-why .quote__mark { font-size: 3.4rem; color: var(--accent-500); opacity: .9; }

/* Credentials checklist card lift */
.page-why .checks li { transition: transform .25s var(--ease); }
.page-why .checks li:hover { transform: translateX(3px); }

/* CTA band sheen */
.page-why .cta-band { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-why .cta-band::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; top: -20%; left: -45%; width: 38%; height: 140%; z-index: 0;
  background: linear-gradient(105deg, transparent, rgba(255,255,255,.10), transparent);
  transform: skewX(-18deg); animation: ctaSheen 7s ease-in-out infinite;
}

/* Hero photo cinematic drift */
.page-why .hero .figure--wide img { animation: kenburns 24s ease-in-out infinite alternate; }
.page-why .hero .figure--wide:hover img { animation-play-state: paused; }

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .page-why .section-head.center h2::after,
  .page-why .section-head h2.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); transition: none; }
  .page-why .card:hover .card__icon, .page-why .value:hover .value__n,
  .page-why .checks li:hover { transform: none; }
  .page-why .value::after { transition: none; }
  .page-why .cta-band::after, .page-why .hero .figure--wide img { animation: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   Figure placeholder — elegant stand-in until a real photo is supplied
   ===================================================================== */
.figure--placeholder {
  background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-700), var(--brand-500) 58%, #1f9a83);
}
.figure--placeholder::before { /* soft light accents */
  content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; z-index: 0; opacity: .5;
  background:
    radial-gradient(circle at 22% 24%, rgba(255,255,255,.20), transparent 34%),
    radial-gradient(circle at 78% 72%, rgba(224,161,60,.30), transparent 42%);
}
.figure__ph {
  position: absolute; inset: 0; z-index: 1;
  display: grid; place-content: center; justify-items: center; gap: .9em;
  color: #eafaf5; text-align: center; padding: var(--sp-4);
}
.figure__ph-icon { width: 84px; height: 84px; opacity: .92; }
.figure__ph span {
  font-family: var(--sans); font-size: var(--step--1); font-weight: 600;
  letter-spacing: .16em; text-transform: uppercase; opacity: .85;
}

/* =====================================================================
   HOW WE HELP — premium polish, connected timeline & animation
   ===================================================================== */

/* Overview step icons (SVG) */
.page-howwehelp .step__icon { display: inline-grid; place-items: center; }
.page-howwehelp .step__icon svg { width: 30px; height: 30px; stroke: var(--brand-600); fill: none; transition: stroke .4s var(--ease); }

/* Step-1 contact links with inline icons */
.page-howwehelp .mini-links a { display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: .55em; font-weight: 600; overflow-wrap: anywhere; }
.page-howwehelp .mini-links svg { width: 17px; height: 17px; color: var(--brand-600); flex: 0 0 auto; margin-top: .15em; }

/* Animated accent bars under headings */
.page-howwehelp .section-head.center h2,
.page-howwehelp #detail { position: relative; }
.page-howwehelp .section-head.center h2::after {
  content: ""; display: block; width: 66px; height: 3px; margin: var(--sp-3) auto 0;
  border-radius: 3px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: center; transition: transform .8s var(--ease) .15s;
}
.page-howwehelp #detail::after {
  content: ""; display: block; width: 66px; height: 3px; margin: var(--sp-3) auto 0;
  border-radius: 3px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transform: scaleX(0); transition: transform .8s var(--ease) .15s;
}
.page-howwehelp .section-head.center h2.reveal.in::after,
.page-howwehelp #detail.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); }

/* Overview step cards — premium hover: lift, accent bar, living icon + number */
.page-howwehelp .step { position: relative; overflow: hidden; transition: transform .38s var(--ease), box-shadow .38s var(--ease), border-color .38s var(--ease); }
.page-howwehelp .step:hover { transform: translateY(-6px); box-shadow: 0 26px 52px rgba(15,36,31,.16); border-color: #d8cba6; }
.page-howwehelp .step::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 3px; width: 100%;
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: left; z-index: 2;
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500)); transition: transform .55s var(--ease);
}
.page-howwehelp .step:hover::before { transform: scaleX(1); }
.page-howwehelp .step__num { transition: transform .4s var(--ease), background .4s var(--ease); }
.page-howwehelp .step:hover .step__num { transform: scale(1.1) rotate(-6deg); background: var(--accent-500); }
.page-howwehelp .step__icon { transition: transform .45s var(--ease); }
.page-howwehelp .step:hover .step__icon { transform: translateY(-3px) scale(1.08); }
.page-howwehelp .step:hover .step__icon svg { stroke: var(--brand-700); }
.page-howwehelp .step h3 { transition: color .3s var(--ease); }
.page-howwehelp .step:hover h3 { color: var(--brand-700); }

/* Detailed steps — premium stacked cards (fills the space, reads intentional) */
.page-howwehelp .stepblock {
  position: relative; overflow: hidden;
  background: var(--surface); border: 1px solid var(--line); border-radius: var(--radius-lg);
  box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); padding: clamp(1.5rem, 1rem + 2.4vw, 2.75rem);
  margin-bottom: var(--sp-4);
  grid-template-columns: 64px 1fr;
  transition: transform .4s var(--ease), box-shadow .4s var(--ease), border-color .4s var(--ease);
}
.page-howwehelp .stepblock:first-of-type { border-top: 1px solid var(--line); }
.page-howwehelp .stepblock:last-of-type { margin-bottom: 0; }
.page-howwehelp .stepblock:hover { transform: translateY(-5px); box-shadow: 0 26px 54px rgba(15,36,31,.15); border-color: #d8cba6; }
.page-howwehelp .stepblock::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 3px; width: 100%;
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: left; z-index: 2;
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500)); transition: transform .55s var(--ease);
}
.page-howwehelp .stepblock:hover::before { transform: scaleX(1); }
.page-howwehelp .stepblock__badge { transition: transform .45s var(--ease), box-shadow .45s var(--ease); }
.page-howwehelp .stepblock:hover .stepblock__badge { transform: scale(1.08) rotate(-4deg); box-shadow: 0 10px 22px rgba(15,106,90,.28); }
.page-howwehelp .stepblock__body h3 { transition: color .3s var(--ease); }
.page-howwehelp .stepblock:hover .stepblock__body h3 { color: var(--brand-700); }
.page-howwehelp .mini { transition: transform .3s var(--ease), box-shadow .3s var(--ease), background .3s var(--ease); }
.page-howwehelp .mini:hover { transform: translateY(-3px); box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); background: var(--brand-050); }

/* CTA sheen + hero drift */
.page-howwehelp .cta-band { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-howwehelp .cta-band::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; top: -20%; left: -45%; width: 38%; height: 140%; z-index: 0;
  background: linear-gradient(105deg, transparent, rgba(255,255,255,.10), transparent);
  transform: skewX(-18deg); animation: ctaSheen 7s ease-in-out infinite;
}
.page-howwehelp .hero .figure--wide img { animation: kenburns 24s ease-in-out infinite alternate; }
.page-howwehelp .hero .figure--wide:hover img { animation-play-state: paused; }

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .page-howwehelp .section-head.center h2::after, .page-howwehelp #detail::after,
  .page-howwehelp .section-head.center h2.reveal.in::after, .page-howwehelp #detail.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); transition: none; }
  .page-howwehelp .step:hover, .page-howwehelp .step:hover .step__num, .page-howwehelp .step:hover .step__icon,
  .page-howwehelp .stepblock:hover, .page-howwehelp .stepblock:hover .stepblock__badge, .page-howwehelp .mini:hover { transform: none; }
  .page-howwehelp .cta-band::after, .page-howwehelp .hero .figure--wide img { animation: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   HOW WE HELP — Process-in-Detail: roomy layout, accent contact, watermark
   ===================================================================== */
/* Big faint step-number watermark fills the card elegantly */
.page-howwehelp .section--alt .wrap { counter-reset: sbstep; }
.page-howwehelp .stepblock { counter-increment: sbstep; align-items: start; }
.page-howwehelp .stepblock > * { position: relative; z-index: 1; }
.page-howwehelp .stepblock::after {
  content: counter(sbstep); position: absolute; right: clamp(1rem, -0.5rem + 4vw, 3rem); top: 50%;
  transform: translateY(-50%); z-index: 0; pointer-events: none; user-select: none;
  font-family: var(--serif); font-weight: 600; font-size: clamp(6rem, 3rem + 9vw, 12rem);
  line-height: 1; color: var(--brand-700); opacity: .05;
}

/* Roomy 2-column info grid (was cramping 4 cols → contact text clipped) */
.page-howwehelp .mini-grid { grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr)); gap: var(--sp-4); margin-top: var(--sp-5); }
.page-howwehelp .mini { background: var(--surface-alt); padding: var(--sp-4) var(--sp-5); }
.page-howwehelp .mini h4 { margin-bottom: var(--sp-3); }
/* the "Book Your Free Consultation" panel becomes an accent CTA block */
.page-howwehelp .mini:last-child {
  background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-050), #eef6f2);
  border: 1px solid rgba(15,106,90,.14);
}
.page-howwehelp .mini:last-child .mini-links a { font-size: 1rem; }
@media (max-width: 620px) { .page-howwehelp .mini-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; } }

/* =====================================================================
   RESOURCES + GET STARTED — premium polish & animation
   ===================================================================== */

/* Line-art icons replacing emoji */
.page-resources .card__icon svg,
.page-getstarted .card__icon svg { width: 27px; height: 27px; stroke: var(--brand-600); fill: none; stroke-width: 1.7; stroke-linecap: round; stroke-linejoin: round; transition: stroke .4s var(--ease); }
.page-getstarted .cred__badge svg { width: 25px; height: 25px; stroke: var(--brand-600); fill: none; stroke-width: 1.7; stroke-linecap: round; stroke-linejoin: round; transition: stroke .4s var(--ease); }

/* Animated accent bar under centered section headings */
.page-resources .section-head.center h2,
.page-getstarted .section-head.center h2 { position: relative; }
.page-resources .section-head.center h2::after,
.page-getstarted .section-head.center h2::after {
  content: ""; display: block; width: 66px; height: 3px; margin: var(--sp-3) auto 0;
  border-radius: 3px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500));
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: center; transition: transform .8s var(--ease) .15s;
}
.page-resources .section-head.center h2.reveal.in::after,
.page-getstarted .section-head.center h2.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); }

/* Cards — accent sweep + living icon + title warm (hub cards, channel cards) */
.page-resources .card, .page-getstarted .card { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-resources .card::before, .page-getstarted .card::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 0; height: 3px; width: 100%;
  transform: scaleX(0); transform-origin: left; z-index: 4;
  background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--brand-500), var(--accent-500)); transition: transform .55s var(--ease);
}
.page-resources .card:hover::before, .page-getstarted .card:hover::before { transform: scaleX(1); }
.page-resources .card__icon, .page-getstarted .card__icon { transition: transform .5s var(--ease), background .5s var(--ease), box-shadow .5s var(--ease); }
.page-resources .card:hover .card__icon, .page-getstarted .card:hover .card__icon { transform: rotate(-6deg) scale(1.1); background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-050), #d5eae2); box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(15,106,90,.18); }
.page-resources .card:hover .card__icon svg, .page-getstarted .card:hover .card__icon svg { stroke: var(--brand-700); }
.page-resources .card h3, .page-getstarted .card h3 { transition: color .3s var(--ease); }
.page-resources .card:hover h3, .page-getstarted .card:hover h3 { color: var(--brand-700); }

/* Contact detail (cred) cards — badge tilt/fill */
.page-getstarted .cred__badge { transition: transform .5s var(--ease), background .5s var(--ease); }
.page-getstarted .cred:hover .cred__badge { transform: rotate(-8deg) scale(1.1); background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-050), #d5eae2); }
.page-getstarted .cred:hover .cred__badge svg { stroke: var(--brand-700); }

/* FAQ accordion — premium hover */
.page-resources .faq__item, .page-getstarted .faq__item { transition: box-shadow .3s var(--ease), border-color .3s var(--ease), transform .3s var(--ease); }
.page-resources .faq__item:hover, .page-getstarted .faq__item:hover { box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); border-color: #d8cba6; }
.page-resources .faq__q:hover, .page-getstarted .faq__q:hover { color: var(--brand-700); }

/* Booking form — premium lift */
.page-getstarted .form { transition: box-shadow .4s var(--ease); }
.page-getstarted .form:hover { box-shadow: var(--shadow-md); }
.page-getstarted .btn[type="submit"] { width: 100%; }

/* CTA sheen (resources) */
.page-resources .cta-band { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-resources .cta-band::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; top: -20%; left: -45%; width: 38%; height: 140%; z-index: 0;
  background: linear-gradient(105deg, transparent, rgba(255,255,255,.10), transparent);
  transform: skewX(-18deg); animation: ctaSheen 7s ease-in-out infinite;
}

/* Hero photo drift (resources) */
.page-resources .hero .figure--wide img { animation: kenburns 24s ease-in-out infinite alternate; }
.page-resources .hero .figure--wide:hover img { animation-play-state: paused; }

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .page-resources .section-head.center h2::after, .page-getstarted .section-head.center h2::after,
  .page-resources .section-head.center h2.reveal.in::after, .page-getstarted .section-head.center h2.reveal.in::after { transform: scaleX(1); transition: none; }
  .page-resources .card:hover .card__icon, .page-getstarted .card:hover .card__icon,
  .page-getstarted .cred:hover .cred__badge, .page-resources .faq__item:hover, .page-getstarted .faq__item:hover { transform: none; }
  .page-resources .cta-band::after, .page-resources .hero .figure--wide img { animation: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   Brand logo image (real Spotto emblem, replaces the letter mark)
   ===================================================================== */
.brand__logo { height: 56px; width: auto; display: block; flex: 0 0 auto; transition: transform .45s var(--ease); }
.brand:hover .brand__logo { transform: scale(1.06) rotate(-2deg); }
/* logo stays the same size on scroll (no compress) */
/* Footer: place the colour emblem on a soft white tile so it reads on the dark bg */
.footer__brand .brand__logo { background: #fff; border-radius: 12px; padding: 6px 9px; box-shadow: var(--shadow-sm); height: 60px; }
@media (max-width: 900px) { .brand__logo { height: 48px; } }
@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) { .brand:hover .brand__logo { transform: none; } }

/* Wordmark in the logo's brand colours (green + blue) — nav + footer */
.wm-a, .brand:hover .wm-a { color: #4b984d; }
.wm-b, .brand:hover .wm-b { color: #387dbe; }
/* brighten slightly on the dark footer for contrast */
.footer__brand .wm-a { color: #6cc06e; }
.footer__brand .wm-b { color: #63ace4; }

/* =====================================================================
   Brand tagline under the logo (nav + footer)
   ===================================================================== */
.brand__text { display: flex; flex-direction: column; justify-content: center; line-height: 1.04; }
.brand__tagline {
  font-family: var(--sans); font-weight: 600; font-size: .62rem;
  letter-spacing: .2em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #387dbe; margin-top: .35em;
}
.footer__brand .brand__tagline { color: #7fb8e8; letter-spacing: .22em; }
@media (max-width: 900px) { .brand__tagline { font-size: .56rem; } }

/* =====================================================================
   Floating contact stack (WhatsApp, Phone, Email, Instagram, Facebook)
   ===================================================================== */
.fab-stack { position: fixed; right: 18px; bottom: 18px; z-index: 90; display: flex; flex-direction: column; gap: .6rem; }
.fab {
  width: 52px; height: 52px; border-radius: 50%; display: grid; place-items: center;
  color: #fff; box-shadow: var(--shadow-md);
  transition: transform .25s var(--ease), box-shadow .25s var(--ease);
}
.fab:hover { transform: scale(1.12); color: #fff; box-shadow: var(--shadow-lg); }
.fab svg { width: 26px; height: 26px; }
.fab--wa   { background: #25d366; }
.fab--call { background: var(--brand-600); }
.fab--mail { background: var(--brand-700); }
.fab--ig   { background: radial-gradient(circle at 30% 107%, #fdf497 0%, #fdf497 5%, #fd5949 45%, #d6249f 60%, #285AEB 90%); }
.fab--fb   { background: #1877f2; }
/* gentle staggered entrance */
.fab { animation: fabIn .5s var(--ease) both; }
.fab--call { animation-delay: .06s; } .fab--mail { animation-delay: .12s; }
.fab--ig { animation-delay: .18s; } .fab--fb { animation-delay: .24s; }
@keyframes fabIn { from { opacity: 0; transform: translateY(14px) scale(.8); } to { opacity: 1; transform: none; } }
@media (max-width: 560px) { .fab { width: 46px; height: 46px; } .fab svg { width: 23px; height: 23px; } .fab-stack { gap: .5rem; } }
@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) { .fab { animation: none; } .fab:hover { transform: none; } }

/* =====================================================================
   Premium floating contact stack — depth, tooltips, hover motion
   ===================================================================== */
.fab {
  position: relative;
  box-shadow: 0 7px 20px rgba(15,36,31,.24), inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(255,255,255,.18);
}
.fab svg { transition: transform .4s var(--ease); }
.fab:hover { transform: scale(1.15) translateX(-2px); box-shadow: 0 14px 30px rgba(15,36,31,.32), inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(255,255,255,.30); }
.fab:hover svg { transform: rotate(-10deg) scale(1.06); }
.fab:active { transform: scale(1.05); }
/* sliding tooltip label (uses the aria-label text) */
.fab::before {
  content: attr(aria-label);
  position: absolute; right: calc(100% + 14px); top: 50%;
  transform: translateY(-50%) translateX(10px) scale(.96);
  background: var(--ink); color: #fff; font-family: var(--sans); font-weight: 600; font-size: .82rem;
  white-space: nowrap; padding: .55em .85em; border-radius: 10px; box-shadow: var(--shadow-md);
  opacity: 0; pointer-events: none; transition: opacity .28s var(--ease), transform .28s var(--ease);
}
.fab::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; right: calc(100% + 8px); top: 50%;
  transform: translateY(-50%); border: 6px solid transparent; border-left-color: var(--ink);
  opacity: 0; transition: opacity .28s var(--ease);
}
.fab:hover::before { opacity: 1; transform: translateY(-50%) translateX(0) scale(1); }
.fab:hover::after  { opacity: 1; }
/* gentle attention pulse on WhatsApp */
@keyframes waPulse {
  0%   { box-shadow: 0 7px 20px rgba(15,36,31,.24), 0 0 0 0 rgba(37,211,102,.5); }
  70%  { box-shadow: 0 7px 20px rgba(15,36,31,.24), 0 0 0 16px rgba(37,211,102,0); }
  100% { box-shadow: 0 7px 20px rgba(15,36,31,.24), 0 0 0 0 rgba(37,211,102,0); }
}
.fab--wa { animation: fabIn .5s var(--ease) both, waPulse 2.8s ease-out 1.2s infinite; }
.fab--wa:hover { animation: none; }

/* =====================================================================
   Premium footer socials — lift, icon wiggle, per-brand hover colour
   ===================================================================== */
.socials a {
  width: 44px; height: 44px; border-radius: 13px;
  transition: transform .32s var(--ease), background .32s var(--ease), box-shadow .32s var(--ease), border-color .32s var(--ease), color .32s var(--ease);
}
.socials a svg { transition: transform .38s var(--ease); }
.socials a:hover { transform: translateY(-4px) scale(1.07); box-shadow: 0 10px 22px rgba(0,0,0,.28); }
.socials a:hover svg { transform: rotate(-10deg); }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(1):hover { background: #25d366; border-color: transparent; color: #fff; }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(2):hover { background: var(--brand-500); border-color: transparent; color: #fff; }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(3):hover { background: var(--brand-500); border-color: transparent; color: #fff; }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(4):hover { background: radial-gradient(circle at 30% 107%, #fdf497 0%, #fd5949 45%, #d6249f 60%, #285AEB 90%); border-color: transparent; color: #fff; }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(5):hover { background: #1877f2; border-color: transparent; color: #fff; }

@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {
  .fab--wa { animation: none; }
  .fab:hover, .fab:hover svg, .socials a:hover, .socials a:hover svg { transform: none; }
}

/* =====================================================================
   Footer socials — premium glass tiles, shine sweep, coloured glow
   ===================================================================== */
.socials a {
  position: relative; overflow: hidden;
  background: linear-gradient(160deg, rgba(255,255,255,.14), rgba(255,255,255,.04));
  border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.16);
}
.socials a svg { position: relative; z-index: 1; }
.socials a::before {
  content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; z-index: 0; transform: translateX(-140%); pointer-events: none;
  background: linear-gradient(115deg, transparent 35%, rgba(255,255,255,.5) 50%, transparent 65%);
}
.socials a:hover::before { animation: shine .8s var(--ease); }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(1):hover { background: #25d366; box-shadow: 0 10px 24px rgba(37,211,102,.45); }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(2):hover { background: var(--brand-500); box-shadow: 0 10px 24px rgba(23,131,111,.5); }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(3):hover { background: var(--brand-500); box-shadow: 0 10px 24px rgba(23,131,111,.5); }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(4):hover { background: radial-gradient(circle at 30% 107%, #fdf497 0%, #fd5949 45%, #d6249f 60%, #285AEB 90%); box-shadow: 0 10px 24px rgba(214,36,159,.5); }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(5):hover { background: #1877f2; box-shadow: 0 10px 24px rgba(24,119,242,.5); }

/* =====================================================================
   Get Started — balanced contact cards + premium badges
   ===================================================================== */
.page-getstarted .contact-cards { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; justify-content: center; gap: var(--sp-4); }
.page-getstarted .contact-cards .card { flex: 1 1 300px; max-width: 400px; }
.page-getstarted .cred__badge { background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-050), #dcefe8); box-shadow: inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(15,106,90,.10); }
.page-getstarted .cred { align-items: center; }

/* =====================================================================
   Footer socials — premium uniform glass tiles; colour + lift on hover
   ===================================================================== */
.footer .socials { gap: .7em; }
.footer .socials a {
  width: 46px; height: 46px; border-radius: 50%;
  color: #e2efe9;
  background: rgba(255,255,255,.06);
  border: 1px solid rgba(255,255,255,.16);
  box-shadow: inset 0 1px 0 rgba(255,255,255,.10), 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,.16);
  -webkit-backdrop-filter: blur(5px); backdrop-filter: blur(5px);
}
.footer .socials a svg { width: 19px; height: 19px; transition: transform .4s var(--ease); }
.footer .socials a:hover {
  color: #fff; border-color: transparent;
  transform: translateY(-4px) scale(1.09);
}
.footer .socials a:hover svg { transform: rotate(-8deg); }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(1):hover { background: #25d366; box-shadow: 0 12px 28px rgba(37,211,102,.45); }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(2):hover { background: var(--brand-500); box-shadow: 0 12px 28px rgba(23,131,111,.5); }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(3):hover { background: var(--brand-500); box-shadow: 0 12px 28px rgba(23,131,111,.5); }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(4):hover { background: radial-gradient(circle at 30% 107%, #fdf497 0%, #fd5949 45%, #d6249f 60%, #285AEB 90%); box-shadow: 0 12px 28px rgba(214,36,159,.45); }
.footer .socials a:nth-child(5):hover { background: #1877f2; box-shadow: 0 12px 28px rgba(24,119,242,.45); }
@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) { .footer .socials a:hover { transform: none; } .footer .socials a:hover svg { transform: none; } }

/* =====================================================================
   Get Started — premium contact icon badges (gradient + white icon)
   ===================================================================== */
.page-getstarted .cred__badge {
  width: 56px; height: 56px; border-radius: 16px; flex: 0 0 auto;
  background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-500), var(--brand-700));
  box-shadow: 0 10px 22px rgba(15,106,90,.30), inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(255,255,255,.18);
}
.page-getstarted .cred__badge svg { width: 27px; height: 27px; stroke: #fff; }
.page-getstarted .cred:hover .cred__badge {
  transform: rotate(-8deg) scale(1.1);
  background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--brand-500), var(--brand-700));
  box-shadow: 0 14px 28px rgba(15,106,90,.4), inset 0 0 0 1px rgba(255,255,255,.28);
}
.page-getstarted .cred:hover .cred__badge svg { stroke: #fff; }
/* subtle shine sweep across the badge on card hover */
.page-getstarted .cred__badge { position: relative; overflow: hidden; }
.page-getstarted .cred__badge::after {
  content: ""; position: absolute; inset: 0; transform: translateX(-140%); pointer-events: none;
  background: linear-gradient(115deg, transparent 36%, rgba(255,255,255,.45) 50%, transparent 64%);
}
.page-getstarted .cred:hover .cred__badge::after { animation: shine .8s var(--ease); }

/* =====================================================================
   RESPONSIVE — mobile brand sizing + premium mobile menu
   ===================================================================== */
@media (min-width: 561px) and (max-width: 900px) { .brand { font-size: 1.4rem; } }
@media (max-width: 560px) {
  .brand { font-size: 1.16rem; gap: .5em; }
  .brand__logo { height: 44px; }
  .brand__tagline { font-size: .5rem; letter-spacing: .16em; margin-top: .3em; }
  .nav__inner { gap: var(--sp-2); }
}
@media (max-width: 380px) {
  .brand { font-size: 1.04rem; }
  .brand__tagline { display: none; }
  .brand__logo { height: 40px; }
}

@media (max-width: 900px) {
  .nav__menu {
    border-radius: 0 0 var(--radius-lg) var(--radius-lg);
    padding: var(--sp-4) var(--sp-4) var(--sp-5);
    box-shadow: 0 26px 52px rgba(15,36,31,.24);
  }
  /* Centered, evenly-spaced stack */
  .nav__links {
    flex-direction: column;
    align-items: center;
    justify-content: center;
    gap: .5rem;
    width: 100%;
    margin: 0 auto;
  }
  .nav__links li { width: 100%; display: flex; justify-content: center; }
  .nav__links a {
    display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center;
    width: 100%; max-width: 340px; text-align: center;
    font-size: 1.06rem; font-weight: 500; padding: .9em 1em;
    border-radius: 14px; border-bottom: 0 !important;
    transition: background .25s var(--ease), color .25s var(--ease), transform .25s var(--ease);
  }
  .nav__links a::after { display: none; }
  .nav__links a:hover { background: var(--brand-050); color: var(--brand-700); transform: translateY(-1px); }
  .nav__links a[aria-current="page"] { background: var(--brand-050); color: var(--brand-700); }
  /* Get Started becomes an accent CTA button inside the menu */
  .nav__links li:last-of-type a {
    margin-top: .7rem; text-align: center; justify-content: center;
    color: #2a1c05; font-weight: 700;
    background: linear-gradient(135deg, var(--accent-500), var(--accent-600));
    box-shadow: 0 6px 16px rgba(224,161,60,.3);
  }
  .nav__links li:last-of-type a:hover { color: #2a1c05; transform: translateY(-2px); box-shadow: 0 10px 24px rgba(224,161,60,.36); }
  /* dim, blurred backdrop behind the open menu */
  .nav[data-open="true"]::after {
    content: ""; position: fixed; inset: var(--nav-h) 0 0 0; z-index: -1;
    background: rgba(8,46,39,.45); backdrop-filter: blur(3px); -webkit-backdrop-filter: blur(3px);
    animation: navBackdrop .35s var(--ease) both;
  }
  @keyframes navBackdrop { from { opacity: 0; } to { opacity: 1; } }
}