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Web Design

You will find articles, tutorials, and resources covering all areas of web design. Topics include CSS, HTML, Javascript & jQuery, responsive techniques, mobile-first resources, UI templates, HTML templates, web frameworks, and so much more.

How Freelance Designers Can Thrive in a Tough Economy

How Freelance Designers Can Thrive in a Tough Economy

Whether the economy has your business sputtering or not, it’s important to think about ways you can kickstart growth in your own little corner of the web. And we’re here to help.

Those Little Things That Hamper the User Experience

Those Little Things That Hamper the User Experience

Identify small details that can negatively affect user experience and learn how to avoid them.

4 Ways Clients Can Hurt Project Outcomes (and How You Can Save the Day)

4 Ways Clients Can Hurt Project Outcomes (and How You Can Save the Day)

We explore some ways that clients can negatively impact the outcome of a project. Along the way, we’ll also discuss some potential solutions.

The Impossible Question: How Long Does It Take to Build a Website?

The Impossible Question: How Long Does It Take to Build a Website?

We look at the many factors that can impact a web design project’s launch date and share tips for determining its length more accurately.

Those Things You Must Do When Ending a Freelance Design Project

Those Things You Must Do When Ending a Freelance Design Project

There are important things you should do when ending a freelance project, and today we go over what they are and why you should do them.

Reasons to Say “No” to a Web Design Project

Reasons to Say “No” to a Web Design Project

There’s no shame in saying “no” to a project. That can be a difficult lesson to learn – but very much worth the effort.

At What Point Does Obsessing Over Design Become a Liability?

At What Point Does Obsessing Over Design Become a Liability?

Focussing too much on the design of a project can be done to death – or at least to the detriment of a project. We outline a few situations where the process can get in the way.

12 Examples of Non-Profit & Charity Websites for Design Inspiration & Ideas

12 Examples of Non-Profit & Charity Websites for Design Inspiration & Ideas

Take a look at our collection of websites that you can use for design inspiration when creating a non-profit or charity website.

10 Examples of Using Over-Sized Titles in Web Design for Inspiration

10 Examples of Using Over-Sized Titles in Web Design for Inspiration

A collection of beautifully designed websites that demonstrate how designers can successfully utilize large typography to convey a message.

Better Design & Testing for Mobile Viewport Madness

Better Design & Testing for Mobile Viewport Madness

We discuss the common pitfalls of mobile testing and share some tips for making your designs look great on every screen.

Why You Should Fire Your Worst Design Clients

Why You Should Fire Your Worst Design Clients

As a creative professional, you need to know what you are capable of by creating new opportunities, and not be afraid of eliminating what’s not working.

How to Help Your Clients Master eCommerce

How to Help Your Clients Master eCommerce

We show you how, with a little patience, you can teach clients how to manage their eCommerce websites, and guide them toward success.

Why You Should Simplify Your Designs for the Smartest User

Why You Should Simplify Your Designs for the Smartest User

We talk about simplifying your designs using the Pareto Principle to ensure that you make the best possible decisions for your clients.

20 Examples of One-Page Websites for Design Inspiration & Ideas

20 Examples of One-Page Websites for Design Inspiration & Ideas

A curated collection of one-page or single-page websites that you can use for web design inspiration on your next project.

Tips for Collaborating with Other Web Designers

Tips for Collaborating with Other Web Designers

Effective tips for web designers on successful collaboration, improving project outcomes, and team dynamics.

A Comprehensive Guide on the “Whys” of Site Optimization

A Comprehensive Guide on the “Whys” of Site Optimization

A comprehensive guide to understanding the importance of site optimization for better performance.

Those Non-Design Technologies Web Designers Need to Know

Those Non-Design Technologies Web Designers Need to Know

We call ourselves web designers and developers. However, the job often goes beyond those narrow margins. Freelancers and small agencies deal with a range of non-design and coding issues. We…

Avoiding Wasted Space on Your Website

Avoiding Wasted Space on Your Website