Designing For The Empty States
In Articles, by Craig Dennis
Understand how to add some delight into an app by designing the empty states and give users a better experience.
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Techniques for Creating Motion in Web Design
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
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.
Tips for a Clean and Minimal Online Store Design
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
A couple of tips for a clean online store design with some inspirational examples of minimal e-commerce sites.
A Creative Year: Distinctive Web Designs of 2012
In Articles, by Manoela Ilic
An inspirational collection of the most impressive and distinctive web designs from the year 2012.
Using Transparency in Web Design: Dos and Don’ts
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
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 multiple environments to ensure that it works and looks as you intended.
Mobile Design Typography is Vitally Important … and Challenging
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
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 things to consider. The keys are to focus on readability, contrast, space and responsiveness.
Creating Off-Center Balance: Using Asymmetry in Web Design
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
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
In Articles, 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
In Articles, 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.
Make a Statement with Type
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
Font choices can have an impact on how your message is communicated and how people feel about the words on the page.
Do I Really Need A Style Guide?
In Articles, 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
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
Create a sense of balance and harmony by using symmetry elements design scheme.
Creative Background Styles and Trends in Web Design
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
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
In Articles, 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
In Articles, 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)
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
Script fonts, when used in moderation, can add extra flair and an unexpected twist to design projects.
Tips & Tools for Grid-based Layouts
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
Developing a vertical (and responsive) grid can help maintain consistency in website design and ease the creation of responsive layouts.
How Web Design Has Changed Print
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
Not only do web designers learn from their print peers, but print design has evolved a great deal thanks to web design.
