As we all know, textures aren’t new in the web design realm. Adding texture as a design element to a website creates an intimate, warm feeling while giving the website some character. As you’ll see, texture doesn’t always have to come in the form of a background image, but can be expressed through its logo or buttons, for example. Whichever way you use texture, you’ll find the use of it is most successful when it compliments the content of the website while adding visual interest.
In this showcase I’ve rounded up 30 websites that employ texture somewhere in the design of the website. If these sites grab your attention enough you may feel compelled to incorporate textures into your own designs.
Conclusion
As you can see, the use of texture can create an added layer of visual interest to a website that would otherwise be minimal. While there is plenty to be learnt from minimal, web 2.0 esque websites, a texture that speaks of the concept of the website is almost like bringing that website to life with character and authenticity. What are your thoughts on the use of texture in web design?
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Really great design, I really appreciate but we want to go more forward to words photo shops or html to attain a classic magically designing.
Textured backgrounds and elements on a website often add to the character and visual aspects of web design. I agree that textures do not always have to be applied to the background and having elements of the website such as tabs, images and calls to actions with implemented textures can visually improve the style of you design. Thanks for sharing these inspirational and textured designs.
I think texture creates a depth of field...in this case, a depth of feel that minimalist sites cannot. It all depends on what emotive aspect the web designer is trying to achieve. Nonetheless, really enjoyed looking at them.
I agree with Morgan & Me, some minimalist sites are just too plain. Nevertheless I am OBSESSED with minimalist design, so the addition of any element (such as texture) that aids the design without detracting from its simplicity, is A-OK in my books!