Fresh and Creative Web Design Techniques
Space, peachy colors, big and real images and movement will top designer’s to-do lists this year. ... read more
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Creative Layouts and Interactions in Web Design
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
Techniques for Creating Motion in Web Design
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
Tips for a Clean and Minimal Online Store Design
A couple of tips for a clean online store design with some inspirational examples of minimal e-commerce sites. ... read more
A Creative Year: Distinctive Web Designs of 2012
An inspirational collection of the most impressive and distinctive web designs from the year 2012. ... read more
Grabbing Attention and Building a Moving Experience with Shape
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
Using Transparency in Web Design: Dos and Don’ts
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
Learning Principles for Improving Your CSS
This article will cover some basic principles and tips on how to learn and become better at CSS, based on personal experience. ... read more
Becoming Device-Agnostic
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
Creating Off-Center Balance: Using Asymmetry in Web Design
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
The Unwritten Rules of a Great Design Critique
Design critiques are not only the way to an improved design, they are also a great educational opportunity for all parties involved. If held properly by following so ... read more
Busting that Creative Slump You’re In
Being creative is a state of mind and finding that creative state of mind can be difficult. Here are some ideas and tips on how to get out of a creative slump and wh ... read more
Dashboard Design Elements for the Win
Proper admin panel or dashboard design is an often neglected part in a web app. Designing and building dashboards is not an easy task and it's good to know what the ... read more
Examples of Creative and Modern Effects in Web Design
From hover to scroll, there are many ways to surprise and engage website visitors. The possibilities are endless. Get inspired with these examples of creative and mo ... read more
Tips & Tools for Grid-based Layouts
Developing a vertical (and responsive) grid can help maintain consistency in website design and ease the creation of responsive layouts. ... read more
Designing the Dreaded Form
As much as they are dreaded, forms play an important role in many websites and designing them should involve careful planning of their layout. ... read more
7 Elements of a Well Converting Subscription Page
We've all seen them, we've all navigated through them, we've all made those painful subscription choices, and we've all had some pretty bad experiences with them. Bu ... read more
Book Review: “The Designer’s Web Handbook”
“The Designer’s Web Handbook: What You Need to Know to Create for the Web” is a great guide for first-time and even more advanced web designers and developers. ... read more
Understanding the Rule of Thirds in Web Design
Intentional or not, the rule of thirds comes into play with most visuals, including images and in almost any web design. ... read more
Making Room to Breathe: Wrapping Text Around Elements
Text wrap can be a useful tool when embedding images into blocks of text and when used properly can add to your site’s readability. ... read more
Type Effects in Web Design: It’s All About Moderation
Type effects – from bolding, italics, tilting, strokes and underlines – can make or break the typography on your site. Using type effects in moderation is the ke ... read more
Successful Web Design: It’s All About The Details
Pay attention to alignment, contrast, type effects and color because these items can make or break your website design. ... read more
Color and Emotion: What Does Each Hue Mean?
Color can evoke a wide-range of responses and it is important to understand the effect a hue can have on your message when planning a design project. ... read more
More Examples of Fresh Effects in Web Design
Another set of websites that use some unconventional and fresh effects. ... read more