10 Web Design Trends for 2019

7. Security-focused design

User data safety is of great importance in 2019. Multiple events related to the breach of customer data has ended up causing a lack of trust among website visitors. For web designers, the primary challenge would be to create a sense of security for the users. Different design elements can play a vital role in this regard.

For example, 2019 will see a change in how the check out process is designed. The goal will be to make the process not only simple looking but also visually secure. New ways to ensure potential customers about the security of their account information or transactions will be an essential task for designers.

8. Introduction of chatbots

Chatbots already have gained much popularity in 2018, and in 2019 they will probably become an essential part of many websites. Such advancement has been possible due to the evolution and progress in artificial intelligence and machine learning.

Compared to 2018, the new bots will have a higher level of customisation. They will be more inviting and can have an integration of face which represents the brand. There will be chatbots which will be able to integrate themselves with Facebook, Skype, Slack and many more.

Duolingo has made the use of chatbots to create a tutoring platform for different languages. The idea of conversing with bots interests many as there is no fear of embarrassment. While this may not be directly related to the design elements of a site, designers will need to be aware of how users will interact with the chatbots and design the site keeping that in mind.

9. Increase of visual elements

The visual elements in websites have been ever increasing, and this trend will still have an impact in 2019. It is widely accepted that people are more attracted to visual content than plain text. Designs that have the edge to edge video content in the background, interactive elements or visual icons to present possible user actions are becoming more popular than sites with regular designs.

Have a look at The Assemblage website as an example of how you can use the visuals to design a dynamic and engaging website.

10. Rise of minimalism

Minimalism is one of the classic and timeless website design trends that will continue to remain popular in 2019. Minimalism will go beyond whitespace and flat elements this year. Monochromatic colour, text-based design and grid layouts are some of the rising minimalistic trends which will dominate the industry.

Here’s an example where minimalism is beautifully applied to an ecommerce site.

Unless AR/VR gets big and moves to the web, there isn’t going to be any radical change in the web design trends of 2019. We’ll mostly see the continuation of last year’s design styles and perhaps a drive towards cleaner, simpler user interfaces.

There can still be many surprises, as web design is a rapidly evolving field. So, you should always keep your eyes open in order to remain competitive in the industry.