Tag Archives: white space

Tutorial: How to Instantly Make Your Designs Look Cleaner

Ever notice how some websites or graphics just feel “off,” even if you can’t put your finger on why? Most of the time, it comes down to a few small mistakes that make a layout look messy. The good news: … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Things That Instantly Make a Website Feel “Off” in 2025 😬

First impressions happen fast – often within a few seconds of landing on a website. In 2025, with website builders like UltimateWB making it easier than ever to launch polished, fast, mobile-friendly sites, users have zero patience for sloppy experiences. … Continue reading →

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Make Your Website Content Skimmable: Boost Engagement and User Experience

Users rarely read every word on a webpage. Instead, they scan and skim content to quickly find the information they need. If your website content isn’t easy to skim, visitors might get frustrated and leave – fast. That’s why skimmable … Continue reading →

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The Ultimate Guide to Structuring Your Landing Page (in the Right Order)

A well-structured landing page can make or break your conversion rates. Whether you’re promoting a product, service, or collecting email signups, the layout and content order on your page should guide your visitor seamlessly from arrival to action. Here’s the … Continue reading →

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What Makes a Simple Website Feel Trustworthy? (From Real User Experience, Not Theory)

When you’re visiting a website built by a solo creator or small team – not a big-name brand – you make a snap judgment: Can I trust this? That first impression often decides whether you stick around or bounce. As … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, Business, Website Design | Tagged brand personality, build trust, clarity, communicate clearly, contrast, fonts, indie web, personal website, personality, small website, solo creator, trust signals, user experience, ux design, web design tips, website credibility, website trust, white space | Leave a comment

How Do Graphic Design Services Impact Website User Experience (UX)?

When it comes to creating an effective and engaging website, the role of graphic design cannot be overstated. While it’s easy to think of graphic design as just aesthetic – colors, typography/fonts, and imagery – its impact goes far beyond … Continue reading →

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Desktop Web Design: A Forgotten Art?

“Ask David!” question: “What do you think of websites today?” The Decline of the Desktop Experience It seems like we’ve entered an era where mobile design has taken center stage, leaving desktop experiences to fend for themselves. While I appreciate … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask David!, Website Design | Tagged animations, bloat, clutter, cross-device compatibility, desktop web design, font choice, fonts, high-quality content, responsive, responsive app, user-friendly, web design, white space | Leave a comment

15 Essential Design Patterns to Build Websites Users Love

User-friendly interfaces and websites that resonate with visitors will always be key elements in successful web design. This is where design patterns come in – established solutions for common website elements that prioritize both aesthetics and functionality. Let’s explore 15 … Continue reading →

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Website Design Guide: Building a User-Friendly and Engaging Site

“What website design guide is the best strategy?” This guide offers key principles and best practices to craft a website that excels in both user experience and visual appeal. 1. Planning and Foundation 2. Design Principles 3. User Experience (UX) … Continue reading →

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How should a personal website look like?

The design of your personal website depends on a couple of things: Here are some general tips for designing a personal website: Are you ready to design & build your own website? Learn more about UltimateWB! We also offer web design packages if … Continue reading →

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