Find the right words for your mobile… first
“The personal computer is the thing that’s always with you, always connected [and] has your stuff on it.” – Luke…
The mistakes killing your conversion rate
You probably pride yourself on being a great web designer, right? But did you know that some elements of your…
49 stunning examples of letterpress printing
When it comes to printing, whether business cards, posters, greeting cards or invitations, you will invariably be presented with a…
Give and take: user engagement with mobile sites
As businesses continue developing websites to peddle their wares and services, marketers are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of…
The psychology of logo design
The psychology of logo design is one of the most oversimplified aspects behind the process of creating a logo. It’s…
Kerning in practice: beware odd letter spacing
While kerning of type is a common practice in print design, it seems to be less common in web applications….
The role of branding in London 2012
The 2012 Olympic Games are soon to start, and there are a growing number of bloggers and websites, especially those…
What web designers can learn from music album artwork
A lot of design work is shifting to mobile. More and more people are accessing the web on mobile devices,…
7 questions asked by noob designers, answered
Anyone who writes about web design or runs a web design blog (like this one) is bound to get questions…
Win 750 customizable stickers from UPrinting
Our friends at UPrinting are back with another great giveaway. One week from today, we’ll be giving away a total…
Insider views on responsive design: the debate continues
Not since Coke vs. Pepsi has there been such widespread debate and intense controversy on a singular topic. Technology and…
Why brands are leaning towards minimalism
Every company wants to remembered, every company wants to be recognized. Whether they have a great service or product or…
Leading: space is just as important as words
A key component to any website design is type. Selecting fonts, sizes and colors can be a big part of…
Applying Dieter Ram’s ten principles to web design
Dieter Rams, a German industrial engineer, is one of the most influential designers of the 20th and 21st centuries. He…
Color and cultural design considerations
The world seems to be getting a little smaller each day thanks to online communities and social networking. In turn,…