Elastislide Revised
by Manoela Ilic
Elastislide, the responsive image carousel, has been updated and improved. It can be used vertically or horizontally and a minimun number of visible images can be specified.
Articles
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.
Slit Slider Revised
by Manoela Ilic
Slit Slider is a slideshow with a twist: when navigating the slides, the current one will be “cut open” into two slices and moved away, revealing the next or previous slide. The slider can be used in a responsive context and it has been updated and improved.
Slicebox Revised
by Manoela Ilic
Slicebox, the jQuery 3D image slider plugin, has been updated. We’ve done some major improvements and added new features.
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 asymmetry in your next design.
The Unwritten Rules of a Great Design Critique
by Patrick Cox
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 some basic guidelines they can bring along a great collaboration experience and positively influence the progress of a project.
Busting that Creative Slump You’re In
by Patrick Cox
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 what to do in order to stay in a creative mind set.
Stop, Look, Click: Attention-Grabbing Elements in Web Design
There have been many studies on attention with very significant results coming from the area of cognitive neuroscience and psychology. It is an interesting challenge to translate those results into the domain of web design and use it as a tool for creating a meaningful impact.
Make a Statement with Type
Font choices can have an impact on how your message is communicated and how people feel about the words on the page.
Dashboard Design Elements for the Win
by Patrick Cox
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 key elements for a successful and great dashboard are.
Build a Color Scheme: The Fundamentals
by Patrick Cox
Let’s dig into the very fundamentals of building a color scheme for your web design: what colors fit to which context, how do combinations work and what color scheme concepts are there?
Do I Really Need A Style Guide?
by Patrick Cox
What is a style guide and when should you use one? We’ll summarize the main properties of a style guide, what it should contain and how you can determine if you should invest the time in creating one for your brand/website.
Perfectly Paired: Using Symmetry in Web Design
Create a sense of balance and harmony by using symmetry elements design scheme.
Happy Birthday! 3 Years of Codrops
by Team Codrops
Happy Birthday, Codrops! We are turning 3 today! We want to thank all of you and share some highlights of the past years.
We Are Architects
by Patrick Cox
We all have a vision of what architects do, right? They sit in front of CAD all day drawing walls, doors and toilets on floor plans, right? But after realizing the duties of architects, the similarities are compelling and it leads to one conclusion: web designers are architects.
Creative Background Styles and Trends in Web Design
The right background style can really set the tone for your website. We’ll explore some great examples and current trends in website backgrounds that include large images, bright colors and bold patterns.
Inject Energy Into Your Mobile Design with Light Effects
by Patrick Cox
Light effects have been spicing up graphic designs for years. It’s a great way to add interest, realism, abstractionism, or even energy to a bland experience. Used properly, light effects can help your mobile web design become more impactful and improve user experience significantly.
Examples of Creative and Modern Effects in Web Design
by Manoela Ilic
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 modern effects in web design.
I Love Script Fonts (Here’s Why)
Script fonts, when used in moderation, can add extra flair and an unexpected twist to design projects.