{"id":201488,"date":"2023-05-11T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-11T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/?p=201488"},"modified":"2023-10-25T16:51:43","modified_gmt":"2023-10-25T15:51:43","slug":"web-design-challenges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/web-design-challenges\/","title":{"rendered":"9 most common web design challenges &amp; how to tackle them"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Have you ever wondered how it would feel if you barely had any feedback after designing a web application?&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video aligncenter\"><video autoplay controls loop muted src=\"https:\/\/assets.markup.io\/app\/uploads\/2023\/05\/web-design-challenges-happy.mp4\" playsinline><\/video><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">GIF Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/gifs\/peacocktv-peacock-tv-bel-air-overjoyed-i4bICN7QwZaMUsP1d4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Giphy<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And even when you did, you could explain the rationale behind your decision in the design process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s only one thing stopping you from reaching that status: <em>web design challenges<\/em>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If only you knew what those challenges were and how to avoid them. You\u2019d be on your way to creating perfect sites that convert!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily for you, that\u2019s what we discuss in this guide.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We don\u2019t just talk about the biggest challenges out there but how you can address them, too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2026you\u2019re welcome. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So without further ado, let\u2019s get right to it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Table of contents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#ux-ui\">Hitting the mark with UX\/UI<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#feedback-loops\">Minimizing feedback loops<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#small-budget\">Working with small budgets (but great expectations!)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#understand-your-audience\">Understanding who you design for<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#sites-for-all-devices\">Ensuring the sites will work well across all devices<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#accessibility\">Designing for accessibility<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#conversion-retention\">Creating for conversion and retention<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#personal-security-data\">Designing with personal security and data in mind<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#speed\">Balancing functionality and speed of browsing experience<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ux-ui\">1. Hitting the mark with UX\/UI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/ux-audit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">User experience<\/a> (UX) and user interface (UI) are two independent terms that are often confused with each other.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>UX focuses on the experience (perception and emotions) users have when they interact with a design. UI, on the flip side, involves creating the layout of the design like buttons, text boxes, menus, and more that users can interact with.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating a web design that hits the market with both concepts can be challenging.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re unsure about what would appeal to users and the technical aspects that might be too complex for them, we\u2019re so glad you found this blog. \ud83d\ude07&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When designing an engaging website, the <strong>UI must be flexible enough to support different integrations and seamless navigation<\/strong>. This\u2019ll allow users to interact with the site easily.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, you want the <strong>UX design to be easy to use, allowing users to engage with the website<\/strong> without feeling turned off by complex technicalities on the site like slow loading times, inconsistent design elements, or an unresponsive design.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>How can I tackle this?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To start tackling this brave new world, you must <strong>get to know your client\u2019s audience and their reason for visiting the site<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to understand the audience\u2019s perspective is to <strong>speak with your clients and see if they can share user personas with you<\/strong>. This will give you detailed insights into the end user\u2019s mindset so your designs are based on what they want.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>User testing can also help you balance eye-catching and functional designs. It involves creating different iterations of the design and presenting them to users to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/website-feedback-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">get their feedback<\/a>; after all, it\u2019s because of them that you\u2019re designing the website in the first place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"feedback-loops\">2. Minimizing feedback loops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you ever been stopped by a construction worker controlling the traffic flow on a work site?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then you know how frustrating it can be to wait in your car for what seems like an eternity until they finally wave you through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/worst-design-feedback\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">design feedback<\/a> can be sometimes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re done with the first draft and have emailed stakeholders or clients to review the design.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You wait, but no feedback comes; when it finally does, there\u2019s no context. \ud83e\udd2c<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our thoughts and prayers to anyone this looks familiar to:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"880\" height=\"470\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.markup.io\/app\/uploads\/2023\/05\/web-design-challenges-feedback.png\" alt=\"Email with unclear feedback out of context\" class=\"wp-image-201495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/app\/uploads\/2023\/05\/web-design-challenges-feedback.png 880w, https:\/\/www.markup.io\/app\/uploads\/2023\/05\/web-design-challenges-feedback-300x160.png 300w, https:\/\/www.markup.io\/app\/uploads\/2023\/05\/web-design-challenges-feedback-768x410.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 880px) 100vw, 880px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And because there\u2019s no context or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/website-proofing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">review system<\/a>, there\u2019s a good chance you\u2019ll receive similar feedback even after implementing their first request.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In other words, you\u2019ll be stuck in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/feedback-loop-halloween\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">feedback loop<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>How can I tackle this?<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>What you need is a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/online-collaboration-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">collaboration tool<\/a> like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MarkUp.io<\/a> to help <strong>streamline your review process<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With this platform, you can request client feedback, document it, and respond to it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clients can provide pixel-accurate, contextual feedback that\u2019s easy to understand on the web designs.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"small-budget\">3. Working with small budgets (but great expectations!)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re on a strategy call with a potential client, and they\u2019re all hyped up about the kind of website they want.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\u201cSo, it should be an AI-enabled site with a voice and interactive user interface accessible to everyone.,\u201d <\/em>they say excitedly.<em>It should be easy for every visitor to find what they\u2019re looking for.\u201c<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201c<em>Sounds like a great idea,<\/em>\u201d you respond. \u201c<em>That\u2019s actually the <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/future-of-web-design\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>future of web design<\/em><\/a><em>.\u201d&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re just about to congratulate yourself on landing a new client when you remember to ask what their budget is.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And this is how you feel when you hear their response:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video aligncenter\"><video autoplay controls loop muted src=\"https:\/\/assets.markup.io\/app\/uploads\/2023\/05\/web-design-challenges-oh-my.mp4\" playsinline><\/video><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">GIF Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/gifs\/livingsingle-season-4-episode-15-living-single-nlvRhwzI9xZ8S4mayU\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Giphy<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a frequent challenge that many design agencies face. Either the agency\u2019s quote is too high for the client, or the budget is too low for the agency.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And low budgets often go hand-in-hand with high expectations.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>How can I tackle this?<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to <strong>let clients know what can be done with their budget. <\/strong>Be prepared also to explain <em>why<\/em><strong><em> <\/em><\/strong>to set their expectations before you accept the project.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Avoid the popular \u201clet\u2019s see what we can do\u201d cop-out when your client\u2019s budget only covers a hosting plan.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Communicate <\/strong>what it\u2019ll cost you to create the design they want. And once you\u2019ve agreed on an amount, ensure you stay within that budget.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The key is to keep communications with clients open and be clear about money, deliverables, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/website-timeline\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">design timeline<\/a> before the project begins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"understand-your-audience\">4. Understanding who you design for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Who can forget those difficult college professors who droned on in lectures while their students dozed off or tuned out?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bottom line: adequate professors simply read from their notes. <em>Great<\/em> teachers engage their students and encourage them with enthusiasm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But why are some teachers so \u2026 boring? If you think about it, it\u2019s probably because they have difficulty understanding their students. Similarly, not understanding your audience can affect the outcome of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/how-to-write-a-web-design-proposal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">website design<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s impossible to create a website that consistently converts visitors into customers if you don\u2019t know who those visitors are, what they want, or what challenges they are dealing with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And yes, it applies even if you\u2019ve designed more than a thousand websites. Customer use cases vary for each, so assuming or taking an educated guess won\u2019t cut it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>How can I tackle this?<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have a sit-down with clients to <strong>create user personas based on their ideal or current customers<\/strong>. Carry out in-depth quantitative and qualitative research that syncs with the personas you\u2019ve created.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Send surveys<\/strong> to better understand the audience, <strong>carry out A\/B tests<\/strong>, and collaborate with other professionals, like copywriters, SEO experts, or digital marketers. Another option is to conduct<strong> job-to-be-done interviews<\/strong> to understand what conditions have to exist for users to visit your site.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"sites-for-all-devices\">5. Ensuring the sites will work well across all devices<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There was a time when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/website-design-best-practices\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">web designers<\/a> only needed to be concerned with the desktop version of a site.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Those days are long gone. With multiple devices and all the mobile browsers out there today, web designers need to ensure that whatever sites they design are also suitable for mobile users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is called responsive web design \u2014 ensuring a website displays properly in different display sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As users shift their focus to mobile devices, it is important to deliver the same smooth experience they get on PCs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s because more people are surfing the web on their mobile devices than ever before. More than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/277125\/share-of-website-traffic-coming-from-mobile-devices\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">58% of global site traffic<\/a> in the second quarter of 2022 was from mobile devices.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Without a responsive website, many potential users may skip the site you\u2019ve designed. And that\u2019s not something you want!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>How can I tackle this?<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/how-to-mock-up-a-website\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mockups, frameworks, and wireframes<\/a> for different devices and screen sizes is a good place to start.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use flexible grids, scalable vector images, and legible fonts <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/website-mockup-examples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">when designing<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some other solutions you can implement:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ensure the buttons and logos are correctly placed on the site.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Design an intuitive menu scalable across multiple devices.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select important design elements for display on smaller screens and keep others hidden so the site isn\u2019t cluttered.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Test the design on multiple devices for browser compatibility.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"accessibility\">6. Designing for accessibility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Designing websites with everyone in mind can be another challenge, but it&#8217;s also important. Accessibility is an important part of modern <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/how-to-get-web-design-clients\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">web design<\/a>, but if you&#8217;ve never done it before, it might be hard to know where to begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll need to consider different types of internet users who might visit your website, such as those with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cognitive impairments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slow network<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visual impairments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hearing impairments&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2026and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An accessible website shows a commitment to equal rights and targets different users. It also improves search engine ranking and promotes brand loyalty, making users feel seen.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the flip side, that\u2019s a lot of work for you as a designer. You\u2019ll have to create more use cases and modify the design to suit them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>How can I tackle this?<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Leverage the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/WCAG21\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Web Content Accessibility Guidelines<\/a> by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C), some of which include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adding alt text to images&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applying high-contrast colors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoiding the use of flashing media&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Having a clear layout by using headings and subheadings correctly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using clear language&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Having a simple font template<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using an accessibility-friendly content management system (CMS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ensuring all content is keyboard accessible<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Giving descriptive names to links<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Designing accessible forms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They\u2019ve also got additional resources, such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/WAI\/design-develop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Design and Develop overview<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/accessibilityinsights.io\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Accessibility Insights<\/a>, that you can use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conversion-retention\">7. Creating for conversion and retention<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Web design is not just about making a pretty site. Sure, it should be attractive enough to draw visitors in, but what good is it if those visitors don\u2019t convert into customers?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The hallmark of any successful website is that it <em>attracts<\/em>, <em>converts<\/em>, and <em>retains<\/em> users.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The challenge is balancing aesthetics, functionality, business goals, and users\u2019 needs properly. To do that, you need to understand users.&nbsp; That in itself is another challenge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>How can I tackle this?<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Study your audience and figure out what they want. Then create content centered around your findings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stick with real photos<\/strong> and avoid generic, stock images. Use<strong> eye-catching graphics<\/strong> for the site\u2019s header and footer so users have an immersive experience.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep the site\u2019s copy short and relevant, with well-placed calls to action (CTA) buttons. Leverage SEO (on-page and off-page) and integrate social media for more traffic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"personal-security-data\">8. Designing with personal security and data in mind<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Web security is yet another hurdle for designers to overcome in web development. There\u2019s always the risk that the site could be hacked, and that\u2019s an experience you don\u2019t want users to have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sites with poor security risk losing users\u2019 trust and harming your reputation, especially if you\u2019re building an e-commerce store that depends on collecting personal data.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>But I\u2019m just the designer, it\u2019s not my responsibility to put security measures in place<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, it is, in a way,. For instance, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/webflow-plugins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">there could be plugins<\/a> that might threaten your site\u2019s security.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And with the frequency of hacking in the digital space, you must be on guard regarding personal security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>How can I tackle this?<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some solutions to put in place:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Integrate SSL certification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use a well-secured web host with firewalls set up, including antivirus and antimalware.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable multi-factor authentication.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable regular security updates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create strong passwords with numbers, letters, and symbols.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conduct security audits regularly.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"speed\">9. Balancing functionality and speed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine trying to resolve all the challenges we\u2019ve discussed so far while ensuring the site still has a fast loading time. It&#8217;s a daunting challenge, but someone has to do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While graphic elements are needed to attract users, and buttons and web pages are required for seamless navigation, it\u2019s important to strike a balance and not let all of those elements decrease the site\u2019s speed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That would not only make life difficult for users, but it\u2019d also reduce your site\u2019s visibility on search engine results pages (SERPs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><em>How can I tackle this?<\/em><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Compress large files and images before uploading them to the site for faster loading. Another option is to limit the content on the web or mobile app and keep the design simple.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Leverage conditional loading on the mobile site so only necessary design elements are shown.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, use a fast web host and a caching tool for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markup.io\/blog\/webflow-vs-wordpress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">WordPress<\/a> users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">***<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the words of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodreads.com\/author\/quotes\/16040263.Joshua_J_Marine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Joshua J. Marine<\/a>, \u201cChallenges are what make life interesting, and overcoming them is what makes life meaningful. \u201c&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking of interesting things, here\u2019s another tip that can make life simple for you\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overcome web design feedback loops with a contextual feedback tool<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Getting feedback is important for progress, but it doesn\u2019t have to be a nightmare. 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