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A Quick Note: I'm not really a designer—I'm a web developer in a creative mood. And this isn't your typical design blog. It's my wishlist for how I'd love to see web design evolve. Websites are starting to feel repetitive, too polished, too safe. I want bold, fresh ideas with a hint of old-school charm to shake things up. Forget the mainstream—let's make the web exciting again.
Brutalism
Brutalism in web design takes inspiration from its architectural roots, using raw, unpolished styles to make a statement. It's sometimes hard to visually define what brutalism in web design is—but when you see it, you know it.
It's not minimalism. Brutalism evokes emotion, not the gentle, pleasant kind you get from a beautiful site, but an unsettling feeling.
By stripping away extras, this style challenges traditional ideas of beauty, aiming to connect with users through simple and authentic design.
Bold and Outrageous
Once a style embraced by rebels, artists, and free thinkers, the "Bold and Outrageous" trend has now been taken over by big brands. Many major brands are adopting this trend, using bold rebranding as a calculated move to maintain relevance.
Drawing from the playful, experimental styles of the late '90s and early 2000s, this trend reintroduces dynamic experiences packed with quirky animations and visually striking video elements. Jaguar's recent rebranding is a prime example, sparking massive public chatter — just as planned.
Return of the Pixels
Just when we thought we were done with old screens with noticeable pixels, pixels have now become cool. Pixel fonts are becoming a good choice for typography, while sprites and 8-bit animated GIFs are slowly making their way back to hero screens, along with pixel art. It's the perfect time to be a designer!
You know what else is cool about pixel design? The unique and creative ways it can be animated. From nostalgic simplicity to modern interactive twists, pixel design is proving that the charm of the past can redefine the future.
Raw Abstract Design
Raw Abstract Design turns websites into pure art. Designers use abstract visuals that often only they fully understand. In this approach, things like UI and UX take a backseat, making space for creativity and emotion.
These websites aren't about functionality—they're about experience. On half of these sites, I have no idea what they're for or how to navigate them—but that's not the point. They aren't made for visitors; they're made for the artist. There aren't many out there, so finding one is like discovering a rare gem.
Back to the 90s
Back to the 90s is all about bringing the fun of 1990s computer interfaces back to life. What takes you back to childhood? Nokia 3310, Windows 98, iMac G3, the early internet, and the unforgettable sound of dial-up...
I find it incredible how some people are so passionate about this style, spending months creating websites that embody it purely out of love. These aren't commercial websites; they're side projects you simply have to experience.
Rise of THE MACHINES
AI is changing web design in ways we never thought possible. No money for a designer? No problem—AI tools can create amazing images for you. No time or skill to write content? ChatGPT can handle this in seconds. Now, web developers can go from idea to a live website faster and cheaper than ever. It's like the machines are saying, "Sit back, we've got this."
Once meant for studios, these powerful tools are now available to everyone. This brings both good and bad sides—expect to see more same copy-paste websites, but also truly unique and magnificent creations. One thing is clear: AI is driving the future of web design.
Dualtone: The Power of Contrast
In a world saturated with color, dualtone design takes a step back to embrace the simplicity and impact of contrast. By focusing on just two tones, often black and white, this style creates clean, striking visuals that demand attention.
Stripping things down to just two colors forces you to rethink design at its core. It's an exercise every web designer should try—here's my experiment.
ASCII Art
Another nostalgic trend bringing text-based visuals to the web. Inspired by the early days of computing, it uses simple characters to create layouts, patterns, and even pictures. It's like turning lines of code into art—a cool mix of simplicity and geeky charm.
This trend isn't just about old-school vibes; it shows how creativity can shine with limited tools. From command-line style homepages to playful text animations, ASCII design proves you don't need fancy graphics to make something amazing.
The End
And that's my take on the web design trends of 2025! Maybe some of these ideas will take off, maybe they won't—but at least we had fun imagining where things might go.
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