Some Exclusive Trends in Web Design

Some Exclusive Trends in Web Design

1) Huge Images

A close relative to the oversized logo/ header, the huge image does much the same thing. It creates an visual impact that the visitor won’t soon forget. Unlike the oversized header from above, huge images are not part of the site’s branding. Instead, these images draw the visitor into your site, if not for their content then for their humongous size. In 2010, web designers will find themselves more comfortable using these big statements in their design to convey the site’s tone.

2) Interactive/ Intuitive Design

Flash has seen better days. There was a time when you couldn’t visit a website without running into an annoying Flash interface. These days Flash is a lot more relaxed and much more professional. Although some designers prefer jQuery for forms and popups, Flash still has its place in design, especially when done subtly. Flash still has no equal to its interactivity. In 2010, web designers will move toward the more redeeming elements of Flash. Because the average visitor is more web savvy these days, designers will also create sites that are slightly more intuitive than in the past.

3) Modal Boxes

Modal boxes are a trend that’s picking up steam and will be virtually everywhere in 2010. A modal box is like the popup’s more sophisticated older brother– it’s smooth, good looking and popular. Modal boxes are so easy to design and easy to use, making them the perfect solution for any designer concerned with usability.

4) Minimalism

Forget the old school minimal websites. Websites of 2010 will continue to feature lots of white space but with bold typology and surprising color schemes. Not all minimal websites will agree with the notion of black and white simplicity. Although minimalism is by nature muted, it will also showcase fresh colors. Minimalism isn’t cold, it’s warm and too the point.

5) Oversized Footer

Oversized footers may be everywhere already, but 2010 will find them even more exaggerated. The footers of tomorrow will be less of an after-thought and more of an integral part of the design. Look for footers that feature contain random information, such as feed updates from various social media, daily polls, and Flickr feeds.

6) Retro

Retro designs are here to stay. Although a lot of the design community admires retro web design, it can be difficult to fully embrace this style without coming across “undone.” The key to retro designs is to be inspired by its tone and underlying playfulness. In 2010, retro design will be expanded as designers find new ways to honor vintage art.

7) Intro Boxes

“Hi, my name is…” will find an even bigger stage in 2010 as designers recognize the beautiful simplicity of introducing yourself to your visitor. If you’re struggling with making a creative “About” page, the intro box will be your best bet. It forces you to condense who you are into a relatively small about of space. In 2010, intro boxes will push its own boundaries. Instead of the boring hello, designers will find new pick-up lines. And, instead of the left-flanked intro block, 2010 will see boxes in unusual placement, perhaps even in the middle of a page.

8) Magazine Layouts

As more and more people migrate from the comforts of traditional press to online infotainment, designers are challenged to welcome them in with an easy transition. There is a move toward the magazine layout, where information is carefully organized on a single home page, giving the visitor an opportunity to explore as interested. The familiar layout will appeal to appeal to anyone who’s ever read a magazine or newspaper, but it will also be easier to use– no flipping pages! In 2010, magazine layout will become very huge for blogs in particular.

 

i m completely satisfy about your trend. this is unique and most helpful in web designing

 

1. Outdated information (from Nov 2. 2009)
2. STOLEN ARTICLE, original ---> webdesignledger.com/tips/web-design-trends-for-2010

 

@GMF - Good catch! I was going to say that, if he wrote his post two years ago, he might be right but, instead, like most DP posters, he's years behind the curve.

 

yes, I agree with you

 

I was thinking about taking a randomizer, and mashing up styles. Like 'futuristic' 'grunge' 'web 2.0' 'retro' 'organic' 'minimal' - so you could end up with something like "retro grunge"

 

This is an outdated information. I have read the original article.This is an utter waste of time.

 

I am aware about few exclusive web design trends which are as following:
Responsive webpage with fluid layout design
Vector Art which add value to the visual aesthetics of the page.
Use Custom fonts in CSS style with the help of JavaScript

 

Responsive is HUGE for the incoming mobile web market. I'd advise anyone doing web dev to get familiar with it: http://www.webdesignerdepot.com/2011/09/the-ultimate-responsive-web-design-roundup/

 

I hate those trends. We see them everywhere, they are getting boring.