Websites that make you pause.
Conceiving and building unique websites that stand out from the crowd is an ongoing challenge for web designers and developers. Visual trends can be fickle things, coming and going in the blink of an eye. However, there are some rules of thumb that are relatively timeless, and we can use these as a base upon which we build from in our design process. Whilst many design trends are out the door quicker than others, there have been a number of visual tacts which have emerged over recent years and seem as though they aren’t going anywhere particularly fast.
Whilst it’s important to strive to create websites that have a sense of individualism about them and aren’t simply following the flock so to speak, it’s always a good idea to consider what is “in” at any given time, and to draw inspiration accordingly. Your website is, after all, an absolutely essential aspect of your brand’s image. Many business owners are comfortable with the tried and tested methods of self-promotion through visual design choices, taking great care with their branding when it comes to say, vehicle detailing, for instance. However, to what extent are many of us overlook the importance of setting ourselves apart with the creative choices we make from a visual standpoint with our websites?
So today, we’re going to be considering several standout trends which have been making waves in web design over the last year, and if you’re savvy, you’ll consider taking a few of these design queues on board with your next projects if you’re a designer, or if you’re a business owner considering what direction to take your website in visually.
