It’s been an interesting year for web designers, with AI being at the forefront of most designers’ minds. The enthusiasm isn’t dipping, but it’s fair to say it’s been tempered by a greater awareness of AI’s limits, as well as growing ethical considerations. This is one trend that’s not going anywhere anytime soon.
A few other common threads are woven through the year’s hot design topics. There’s a noticeable move away from minimalism with bold typography, maximalism, and nature-inspired designs taking a front row seat. Additionally, there’s a growing drive to harmonise visual appeal with performance: users demand faster loading times without compromise, a challenging balance that designers continue to navigate.