We've all been there – staring at a screen with a perfectly functional design, but something just feels...well, bland. It does what it needs to do, sure, but where's the pizazz? Where's that little spark that people say while browsing "Wow, this website is really handy"
The truth is, UI/UX design is about creating an experience, one that's both easy to use and visually engaging. Think of it like this: you wouldn't decorate your living room with the most practical furniture ever, right? You'd want it to look good too. The same goes for your designs.
We all know pictures are worth a thousand words, but sometimes, they just get stuck there all lonely in the corner. Don't be afraid to spice them up. Play with cropping, add some cool filters, or maybe even put a transparent layer on top.
Likewise those neat and tidy grids you use, can get a little, well, boring after a while. Why not shake things up with an asymmetrical layout? It adds a sense of movement and keeps the user's eye bouncing around the page, taking everything in.
If you are feeling boxy, take a wide image and split it up into columns. You can use this to slowly reveal information, or maybe showcase different features of a product. Speaking of boxes, let's think outside of them. Don't be afraid to put some design elements where they wouldn't normally go. Here are 7 tips for improving UI UX design to make those interfaces stunning: