Design vs. Functionality: How do you find the right balance in your product?
Priyanka Saini
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How do you balance beautiful design with functional performance in your product?
Creating products that are both beautiful and functional is a challenge every engineer and designer faces.
In case if you would like know in more detail:
Design: It’s about making something visually appealing and intuitive. A great design grabs attention and creates a strong first impression. But too much focus on aesthetics can sometimes make things harder to use.
Functionality: This ensures the product works well and serves its purpose. It’s the backbone of any product. However, if it’s all function with no thought for design, it can feel unappealing or clunky.
The key is to find harmony—where design supports function, and function complements design.
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Kevin Martinez@kevinmartinezt
Achieving the right balance between design and functionality is key. I like to focus first on nailing the core functionality and user flows. Then layer on a simple, intuitive design that enhances the UX without getting in the way. User testing helps dial in that optimal mix. I'm curious what AI-powered tools folks are using these days to refine UI/UX? I've heard good things about Uizard.io for rapid prototyping and testing designs.
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Definitely a balancing act! I like to focus on core features first, then layer on UI enhancements that are clean and intuitive without distracting from the functionality. Iterative user testing is key to striking that optimal balance. AI tools like Uizard.io can help rapidly prototype and test different designs to get that UI/UX mix dialed in just right. Would love to hear what others are using for this!