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.
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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.
Stop, Look, Click: Attention-Grabbing Elements in Web Design
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
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
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.
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.
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.
Line That Up: Proper Alignment in Web Design
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
Proper alignment techniques for text and other elements can add punch and readability to your website.
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.
Understanding the Rule of Thirds in Web Design
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
Intentional or not, the rule of thirds comes into play with most visuals, including images and in almost any web design.
Making Room to Breathe: Wrapping Text Around Elements
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
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.
Understanding the Lingo: Typography Glossary
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
Ascender, descender, tail, ligature. What do they all mean? A glossary of terms can help you understand the parts of type for your next project
Effective Typography-Driven Web Design
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
Using type as a primary design element comes with a set of characteristics that are often found in clean and easy-to-read websites.
Type Effects in Web Design: It’s All About Moderation
In Articles, by Carrie Cousins
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 key.
