Perfectly Paired: Using Symmetry in Web Design
Create a sense of balance and harmony by using symmetry elements design scheme.
+ moreCreate a sense of balance and harmony by using symmetry elements design scheme.
+ moreThe 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 i
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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
+ moreScript fonts, when used in moderation, can add extra flair and an unexpected twist to design projects.
+ moreDeveloping a vertical (and responsive) grid can help maintain consistency in website design and ease the creation of responsive layouts.
+ moreProper alignment techniques for text and other elements can add punch and readability to your website.
+ moreNot only do web designers learn from their print peers, but print design has evolved a great deal thanks to web design.
+ moreIntentional or not, the rule of thirds comes into play with most visuals, including images and in almost any web design.
+ moreText wrap can be a useful tool when embedding images into blocks of text and when used properly can add to your site’s readability.
+ moreAscender, descender, tail, ligature. What do they all mean? A glossary of terms can help you understand the parts of type for your next project
+ moreUsing type as a primary design element comes with a set of characteristics that are often found in clean and easy-to-read websites.
+ moreType 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
+ moreLearn to identify and use the golden rectangle to create harmony in web design projects.
+ morePay attention to alignment, contrast, type effects and color because these items can make or break your website design.
+ moreColor 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.
+ moreIn type-driven design, use varying type sizes, weights and color for impact and to create hierarchy.
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Another set of websites that use some unconventional and fresh effects.
+ moreCondensed fonts can be tricky use and should be avoided for blocks of type, although they can work well when used sparingly.
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