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Design Trends

Learn about the trends shaping the design industry, and find tips and inspiration for incorporating new design trends into your work.

Out of the Way: Corner Navigation in Web Design

Out of the Way: Corner Navigation in Web Design

Corner navigation has been with us for a while. It is a small trend that has emerged from the popular perimeter navigation. However, unlike its predecessor, it looks less massive…

Embracing Competency and Letting Go of Design Perfection

Embracing Competency and Letting Go of Design Perfection

Since design (and even code) is so subjective – is aiming for perfection really a thing? So, if we’re not after perfection, just what are we aiming for?

The Case for Building Resiliency into Every Website

The Case for Building Resiliency into Every Website

We take a look at what makes web design resilient (in one designer’s view, anyway) and discuss how resiliency can change how you approach your next web project.

The Web Design Hack Hall of Fame

The Web Design Hack Hall of Fame

We celebrate some of the most useful and creative web design hacks from the past few years. They all, in one way or the other, helped push the boundaries of the web.

8 Stunning Examples of the X-Ray Effect in Web Design

8 Stunning Examples of the X-Ray Effect in Web Design

An x-ray is a form of electromagnetic radiation that has wavelengths shorter than visible light. It easily passes through solid objects and lets you see inside. It has found many…

The Rise of the Almost-Flat Design Web Trend

The Rise of the Almost-Flat Design Web Trend

Flat design originated as a wholly simplistic and minimalist style. However, it has been recently evolving.

The Design Trend of Utilizing Monochrome Colors in Hero Areas

The Design Trend of Utilizing Monochrome Colors in Hero Areas

The way we use color seems to change so much these days. Only several months ago we were discussing the vibrant color schemes that were seen in many details of…

Large Cursors: Pointing the Way Towards a Better Web

Large Cursors: Pointing the Way Towards a Better Web

Various experiments are conducted these days with mouse pointers. Consider our recent posts regarding cursor effects and the use of circular cursors in web design. It feels like we are…

The Design Trend of Using Triangles in Web Design

The Design Trend of Using Triangles in Web Design

You may wonder: “What can be so special about triangles? It is just a plain, primitive geometric shape. Not even a circle or square that have a hint of perfectionism.”…

Using ‘Spotty’ Backgrounds in Web Design to Grab Attention

Using ‘Spotty’ Backgrounds in Web Design to Grab Attention

A good website is all about the little things. Every detail counts, even though it may seem that the only role it should serve is to stay in the shadows….

Attention Getters: Bright Call-to-Action Buttons

Attention Getters: Bright Call-to-Action Buttons

As a rule, call-to-action buttons rarely undergo cardinal changes. The last big thing in this sphere was when we were widely introduced to ghost buttons. Although their hollow shape felt…

Striking Examples of the Glitch Effect in Web Design

Striking Examples of the Glitch Effect in Web Design