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An In-Depth Look at the Most Popular Trends in Website Design for 2021
by Denny F. My Opinion
Website
design is constantly evolving, and those in the know understand how crucial it
is to keep abreast of the times and know what's going on. The fact is, having a
website isn't enough to get you ahead – you need your website to be relevant
and to stay on top of your industry. This means having a good knowledge of the
various trends revolving around website design. This year has been a challenge
for many businesses, and it's even more essential to get ahead. If you want
your site to stand out, you may want to consider using these trends to your
advantage. Here's a close look at the most popular trends in website design for
2021.
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The ‘parallax’
effect in animation
Particle
backgrounds and micro-interactions have been big trends in web-based animation
in the last few years, but in 2021, you can expect animations to become more
complex, especially with page elements becoming separated into both foreground
as well as background elements, which result in the ‘parallax’ effect. This
effect is an optical illusion, and it occurs when objects that are near the
viewer look like they are moving faster compared to objects which are placed
far away. In real life, we see it all the time, particularly when we view the
scenery as we drive – but in web pages, the effect is both surreal and real,
making it highly interesting to the viewer.
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Compositions
using abstract art
Another
emerging trend for 2021 is the use of abstract art in compositions. Abstract
shapes such as geometric (squares, circles, and so on) can look simple,
restrictive, and minimalist. But in 2021, designers are set to incorporate
these shapes into more complex compositions, which give the effect of
'freedom'. Abstract arrangements may well replace figure illustrations and
stock photography. Think Pollock-inspired compositions that exude a lot of
energy, with vibrant colours and web pages with a truly expressive and real
feeling, even without human images or faces.
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Comfortable,
engaging colours
More
people are doing their work online, and we all spend a lot of time on our
computers. But with this comes more problems such as eye strain, especially
when we stare at a computer screen for a long period. Thus, designers have been
considering this and are coming up with colour schemes that are geared towards being
better for the eyes, as confirmed by the digital experts and designers from Expre.
You may know, the dark mode trend was big last year, and it counteracted the
‘whiteness’ which was prevalent in media. In 2021, designers may be thinking
beyond the light and dark extreme and finding a good middle ground with the use
of softer colours, such as greens, warm brown colours, light blues, and light
pink hues. Since these colours are not as jarring as pure white or black, they
can encourage relaxation and calm as well.
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Website
design for a cause
2021
will also be the year that ushers in website design for a cause, and in fact,
it has already started. With the pandemic, the Internet has indeed become a
‘refuge’ for many, and many brick-and-mortar businesses have already created
more effective websites. This has spurred on websites that are more impactful
and meaningful and geared towards social and environmental issues and
movements.
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About Denny F. 
My Opinion
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