{"id":17498,"date":"2023-05-29T15:01:00","date_gmt":"2023-05-29T07:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/?p=17498"},"modified":"2023-05-31T15:59:56","modified_gmt":"2023-05-31T07:59:56","slug":"white-space-design","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/white-space-design\/","title":{"rendered":"A New Way of Thinking About White Space"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Ask any web designer<\/strong>, and they\u2019ll tell you about their <strong>personal views on white space<\/strong>. Numerous designers who <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/clean-simple-minimalist-website-design\/\">embrace minimalism<\/a> have utilized white space extensively in their web design content. They might assert, \u201c<strong>Less is more<\/strong>,\u201d having been trained to remove anything that does not directly and meaningfully contribute to the user experience.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/white-space-design\/white-space-design.jpg\" alt=\"white spcae design\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\"><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Behind the scenes<\/strong>, white space also reigns as a design philosophy, with <strong>clean, elegant code<\/strong> being the sought-after ideal for functional web design. However, I\u2019ve observed that some designers don\u2019t truly grasp what white space is, or how to interpret it in less obvious ways to fully leverage this concept.<\/p>\n<div class=\"ref-block ref-block--post\" id=\"ref-post-1\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/5-tips-to-simplify-your-web-design\/\" class=\"ref-block__link\" title=\"Read More: 5 Tips to Simplify Your Web Design\" rel=\"bookmark\"><span class=\"screen-reader-text\">5 Tips to Simplify Your Web Design<\/span><\/a>\n<div class=\"ref-block__thumbnail img-thumb img-thumb--jumbo\" data-img='{ \"src\" : \"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/5-tips-to-simplify-your-web-design.jpg\" }'>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<noscript>\n<style>.no-js #ref-block-post-8386 .ref-block__thumbnail { background-image: url(\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/thumbs\/250x160\/5-tips-to-simplify-your-web-design.jpg\"); }<\/style>\n<\/noscript>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"ref-block__summary\">\n<h4 class=\"ref-title\">5 Tips to Simplify Your Web Design<\/h4>\n<p class=\"ref-description\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tNo matter how hard you try, you can't make your work look like Apple's. So what does a...\t\t\t\t\t\t<span>Read more<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>The What And Why of White Space<\/h2>\n<p>Early modernist painters were masters of <strong>white space<\/strong>, using the media of pencil and paint on canvas to <strong>elevate one essential idea<\/strong>, eliminating all else as unnecessary. When examining the sketches of artists such as <strong>Mir\u00f3, Kandinsky, Mondrian, and especially Picasso<\/strong>, you will notice that the <strong>economy of form<\/strong> is often a key feature in their work.<\/p>\n<p><strong>White space emerged as a desirable feature<\/strong> in Western design (not merely an empty space to fill up with ornament or type) in the early part of the 20th century, at the <strong>peak of modernism<\/strong>. Artists and designers of the <strong>Bauhaus school<\/strong> in Germany united under the modernist idea of <strong>minimalism<\/strong> and had a profound effect on much of the art and design produced thereafter, <strong>continuing to influence creative professionals to this day<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/white-space-design\/bauhaus.jpg\" alt=\"bauhaus\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\"><\/figure>\n<p><strong>The West<\/strong> has <strong>strongly embraced<\/strong> the feature of <strong>minimalist art and design<\/strong> in the last century or so. However, it\u2019s crucial to highlight that <strong>Eastern art and design<\/strong> \u2013 specifically the <strong>art and architecture of East Asia<\/strong> \u2013 has delved into this concept for hundreds of years.<\/p>\n<p>The late <strong>Apple mastermind <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/apple-ceo-steve-jobs-1955-2011\/\">Steve Jobs<\/a><\/strong> was heavily swayed by both the <strong>German Bauhaus aesthetic<\/strong> and the <strong>simplified forms and abundant use of white space<\/strong> characteristic of Japanese design.<\/p>\n<h2>Is White Space Really White?<\/h2>\n<p>In design, <strong>white space<\/strong> is, in essence, the <strong>absence of active design elements<\/strong>. It\u2019s a common misconception that white space must, literally, be a) white and b) an open space.<\/p>\n<p>Technically speaking, this is correct. However, most often, one can adopt a more <strong>figurative interpretation<\/strong> and still craft a \u201cwhite space\u201d as a non-active area.<\/p>\n<p>Consider this: a <strong>blurred photo<\/strong> used as the background image on a website could be deemed \u201cwhite space\u201d under this broader definition, even if it\u2019s neither white nor an empty space. Crucially, it\u2019s not an active part of the site\u2019s functionality-it doesn\u2019t demand anything from the user. In this context, \u201cwhite space\u201d is about creating areas within a design that are free from active elements and allow the design to breathe.<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/white-space-design\/loki.jpg\" alt=\"loki\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\"><\/figure>\n<p>You can rest your eyes while looking off to the side at this blurry image, and it will have a similar effect on your brain as a pure white box.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Reducing Back to White Space<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/design-websites-that-communicate-across-cultures\/\">Communication<\/a> is the fundamental goal<\/strong> of any design. When you work through the design process, you determine <strong>how best to communicate with your audience<\/strong>. Frivolous details that simply obstruct this main goal don\u2019t contribute positively. There\u2019s an inherent challenge in the design profession to <strong>continuously think about how to achieve more with less<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>Add Item, Reduce Space<\/h3>\n<p>As humans, our natural inclination is to <strong>fill up empty space with clutter<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Consider a disorganized garage or a room in your home that\u2019s been awaiting a thorough spring cleaning for years now. When you first moved into your house, that room was <strong>empty and pristine<\/strong>. There was no need to create space \u2013 it was already present. However, through the process of everyday living, you actually <strong>reduced the amount of space<\/strong> in that room. This same phenomenon can occur in a design if we aren\u2019t vigilant.<\/p>\n<p><strong>White space<\/strong> in design isn\u2019t something you begin with. Rather, it\u2019s something that must be intentionally created or \u201creduced\u201d from what you\u2019ve put up on your screen. It\u2019s like a precious clue in a detective novel, needing to be <strong>discovered and coaxed out of hiding<\/strong> to shine and fill your viewer\u2019s minds with the tranquility of zen-like peace.<\/p>\n<h3>Seeking White Space<\/h3>\n<p>In the realm of culinary arts, a <em>reduction<\/em> refers to a thick, syrupy liquid that remains after a chef combines various ingredients in a pot and lets them simmer for an extended period. This can serve as a helpful analogy when considering design white space. Much like unearthing a scrumptious gravy or sauce on your computer screen after \u201csimmering\u201d a myriad of design elements together for hours on end.<\/p>\n<p>Admittedly, I might be slightly infatuated with the concept of white space. However, the crucial point is that white space rarely just \u201cappears.\u201d As designers, it\u2019s our responsibility to <strong>intentionally seek out<\/strong> white space.<\/p>\n<h2>Drawing A Blank<\/h2>\n<p>One of the most effective methods to hone your \u201cwhite space muscle\u201d is to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/useful-offline-utensils-and-toolkits-for-designers\/\">maintain a sketchbook<\/a><\/strong>. It may seem daunting if you believe your drawing skills are not up to par, or fear that someone might stumble upon your less-than-perfect <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/draw-something-doodles-part-2\/\">doodles<\/a>. However, rest assured, it\u2019s perfectly alright. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/basic-guidelines-to-product-sketching\/\">Sketching<\/a>, in the realm of design, is simply a tool to fully exploit the potential of brainstorming.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Brainstorming by physically illustrating potential solutions<\/strong> is, in my view, the key to simplifying your designs, akin to the process used by a chef or an amateur sleuth. I personally favor responding to design questions through sketches. For instance, \u201cwhat would occur if I omitted this color?\u201d or \u201cwould the outcome be superior if I removed that type family entirely?\u201d More often than not, the answer to most \u201cshould I eliminate this\u201d inquiries is a resounding \u201cyes.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s fascinating to observe that the more you sketch, the more adept you become at <strong>minimizing clutter in your designs<\/strong>. Consider how many times Picasso had to put pencil to paper to master the delicate equilibrium between representation and abstraction? While I\u2019m not a Picasso biographer, I\u2019d venture to guess that the number would be \u201ca substantial amount of times.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.hongkiat.com\/uploads\/white-space-design\/the-dog-picasso.jpg\" alt=\"the dog\" width=\"600\" height=\"451\"><\/figure>\n<h2>Going Back To Functions<\/h2>\n<p>The students of the original Bauhaus not only incorporated <strong>minimalist concepts like white space<\/strong> in their work, but also embraced it as part of their mindset. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Walter_Gropius\">Walter Gropius<\/a><\/strong>, the founder of Bauhaus and a renowned architect, was instrumental in pioneering the widely accepted philosophy in modern architecture and design \u2013 <strong>\u201cform follows function\u201d<\/strong>. This belief primarily stemmed from the observation that there is inherent beauty in the simple functionality of an object.<\/p>\n<p>This, however, does not imply that ornamentation is unnecessary. There are instances where you might need to incorporate floral patterns or attractive navigation buttons. Yet, learning to recognize and appreciate the <strong>fundamental function<\/strong> of something is a skill that can be acquired, just like creating intricate illustrations or UI features.<\/p>\n<h2>In Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p><strong>White space<\/strong> is more of an abstract concept rather than a rigid rule. To clarify, it is simply the inactive space in a design and the soothing effect it has on the viewer. There are no established guidelines for its use. 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