Web Design: From Templates to Expression

2025-01-31
Web Design: From Templates to Expression

In 2010, a custom website was a designer's digital calling card. Developers harnessed HTML5's capabilities to create imaginative websites. But the rise of templates and automation led to homogenization. Today, browser technology has advanced significantly, yet many designers remain stuck in old paradigms. This article calls on designers to utilize new CSS features like HSL and OKLCH color spaces, and container queries, to break free from template limitations and create more expressive websites. Websites should be more than just information containers; they're a space for creative expression.