In this category you will find articles about web design, web development and related topics. Here we also feature inspirational collections, opinions and articles about best practices.
By Patrick Cox
An article about how to manage user expectations by properly labeling UI components. The better users are able to predict what an interaction will do, the more trust ... read more
By Kayla Knight
Should we let app design guide us more in website design? In this article we'll explore how app design concepts can help rethink the planning and design of websites ... read more
When it comes to responsive type on the web, there's more to do than just resizing the text's container and having the text reflow inside of it. This in-depth articl ... read more
There are several techniques for creating overlays: from using an absolutely positioned element to outlines and pseudo-elements. In this article we are going to expl ... read more
By Gorka Molero
What is the role of a web designer nowadays? An article about the changes that came with the awareness of responsive web design and the new workflow of designing in ... read more
Sometimes CSS can be frustrating. Learn about some tricky properties, the common issues they can cause and how to solve them. ... read more
By Patrick Cox
A user interface that is invisible and that provides seamless interaction possibilities will help the user focus on their goals and direct them to what they need. ... read more
Creative manipulation of images, from layering to composition to special effects, can add depth to web projects. ... read more
Space, peachy colors, big and real images and movement will top designer’s to-do lists this year. ... read more
Animations in a website or app should be subtle, complex, and natural. The right combination of these can make a UI feel responsive and alive. ... read more
By Steven White
Planning a website doesn't have to be completely digital. Learn how sketching wireframes can help you speed up and innovate your creatives. ... read more
Creative design that differ from the usual layouts can be quite difficult to imagine and execute but when done well, they can make some of the most interesting and e ... read more
Should presentational class names always be avoided or is that too dogmatic? As web development changes, perhaps it's time to reexamine the issue. ... read more
By Kayla Knight
Some UI guidelines and tips to consider when designing a website to make it cross-device friendly and responsive. ... read more
By Craig Dennis
Understand how to add some delight into an app by designing the empty states and give users a better experience. ... read more
Create a livelier page by using images and objects that create a sense of motion. Get inspired by great web design examples and learn about some practical techniques ... read more
A couple of tips for a clean online store design with some inspirational examples of minimal e-commerce sites. ... read more
By Mary Lou
An inspirational collection of the most impressive and distinctive web designs from the year 2012. ... read more
By Patrick Cox
Some thoughts on how shapes in web design can be used for attention-grabbing purpose and for an interesting or even comforting user experience. ... read more
Experimenting with transparencies is a great way to expand your design repertoire. Like many other effects, use this technique sparingly and test the design in multi ... read more
This article will cover some basic principles and tips on how to learn and become better at CSS, based on personal experience. ... read more
One of the emerging challenges for web designers is creating web typography that works in the mobile environment as well. But it can be difficult, and there are many ... read more
By Patrick Cox
Responsive Web Design is more than just adjusting a web experience to different screen sizes. Becoming device-agnostic is an important step for creating future-proof ... read more
Asymmetrical design techniques can be visually intriguing and create distinct focal points. Here are a couple of inspirational examples and tips on how to employ asy ... read more