The web design space is an ever-changing landscape. From interactive Java applets to flat design, it’s clear that the online world is now prioritizing fast and convenient information over flashy visuals. Corporate websites, however, are a little slower to adapt as compared to sites in the fashion, tech, and lifestyle industries. A lot of them stick to a generic-looking site with a dense wall of text right at the homepage. In-depth information? Check – but remember that you also need a strategy to capture and keep the reader’s attention. [Read more…]
6 Key Techniques for Improving UX With Animation Design
When designing websites and apps, user experience should be the primary concern. If your product isn’t user-friendly your audience is going to move on and find something easier to use. It’s as simple as that. [Read more…]
3 Elements of Stellar Flat Web Design
Flat web design is “in” – and likely isn’t going anywhere. Tenets of old-school web design featured often-overcrowded webpages with flashy illustrations, drop shadowed text, textures, and more. In the wake of the cluttered and ungainly web designs of old, flat design is a breath of fresh air. It’s sleek, minimalist, and to-the-point. [Read more…]
The Case for Parallax Design in 2016 and Beyond
Design techniques are fleeting, so it’s hard to determine what’s simply trendy, and what actually works. Here we stand in 2016, though, and parallax design is still as popular as ever. If you haven’t experimented with parallax design, now may be the time to give it a try. [Read more…]
How to Design the Perfect Ecommerce Product Page Every Time
If you run or design ecommerce sites, one of the biggest responsibilities you have is creating compelling product pages that engage customers and drive sales. And while there are many different industry-specific strategies and product-specific techniques, there are also a handful of best practices that apply across the board. [Read more…]