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Latest Styles In Website Design

Topic: Internet MarketingPublished February 11, 2013

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Just as there is a pool of designers out there, there are considerately just as many website design styles that are more effective than others. rnWhile designers would like to see diversity, clients would like to imitate popular works and see evenness. rnBelow, we will showcase some of the more popular web design styles that can be a great way to use those same ideologies in your next distinctive design. •IllustrationsrnIllustration includes everything from retro design to nature related to the abstract. Illustrative websites tend to be on the creative side and have been very much accepted in the world of web design for a few years now. rnIllustrated designs generally come in three main categories like personal branding, mascots and the abstract. This helps website and the brand build a personality of its own, showcases a light attitude and imagery that is unique and memorable. •GlossinessrnAs we entered the age of the Internet several years ago glossy gradients, few textures and flat colors, were seen in the first phase of web design. Common features among this design style include the serif fonts, letterpress and drop shadow effects and subtle textures.rnThis is probably the most popular style in current website design industry. Designers enjoy designing shiny buttons and glossy color background to lure the attention of the users. However, you need blend this glossiness with an ample amount of simplicity to give your website a professional look. •RealismrnEverything from desk arrangement to nature motivated photo realism is becoming more admired. rnBy using photorealism, we can take the viewer 'off the web' and it looks like placing it into a real place. It also gives the viewer an appealing perspective. Texture and depth make a design feel more realistic, thus connecting easily with audiences. •Imageless and Typography rnMany designers are now choosing to display more typography and layouts to make web designs more appealing. Websites use interesting shapes and forms within the text, unique spacing and texture, print friendly layouts instead of pictures.rnType lets the user focus on the content more than the imagery. Typography websites can get the overall message through faster and better. •MinimalismrnMinimalistic designs have a tendency to be very simple, planned and effective.rnMany minimalistic designs are black and white and this gives the viewer a clean, organized, and calm design. Slab or serif fonts are among the most accepted types of fonts used in minimalistic design, also because the fonts themselves give more shape. •Vintage LookrnThis style primarily focuses on restoring that is related to past. Designers try to revive the nostalgic description of the 50’s and the cool pop culture of the 80’s. rnOn an otherwise ordinary website, different culture and a different time can create for a unique setting. The design style works because the imagery involved is unique and engaging therefore making it memorable. •Large Images and Photo BackgroundrnWhopping elements are seen in many styles of web design, particularly in the typography-oriented and minimalistic styles. The entire design focuses around one large background image and these web designs are very stimulating, beautiful, and creative. •Rich and Sleek user InterfacesrnSleek gradients, Rich user interfaces, and modern web-based appeal are all features of this design style. rnIt is modern, sleek, and contemporary. Many websites apply this look that look to sell subscriptions to web apps or to develop services. This shiny clean look shows off a brand as modern and of high-value. While many designers seem to be against fad and already popular styles, one must realize that these certain styles are well known for a reason. There is already something about them that works, whether it is the competence, remarkable visual appeal or the viewer-link.

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