These templates are easy to use and fully customizable, making it simple to create a professional-looking website without breaking the bank. With a responsive design, your website will look great on any device, from desktop computers to mobile phones.

By utilizing templates, you can impress your visitors with your design expertise without needing to be an expert in web design. These templates offer a wide range of features and customization options, allowing you to create a website that stands out from the competition.

Using templates can save you both time and effort when building web pages online. They come pre-built with various design elements, including typography, color schemes, and layouts. This means you don’t have to spend hours creating each page from scratch, freeing up time for other important tasks.

Whether you’re a small business owner, blogger, or designer, you’ll find a free template that meets your needs in this collection. There are templates available for various industries, including business, e-commerce, portfolio, and more.

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For example, a split-screen can also be used to great effect as a full-page layout or even as a transitional animation.

Here are 10 examples of split-screen UIs, complete with source code that you can edit to fit your needs. Each has something unique to offer.

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And one of the more interesting uses for these tools is their integration within news and magazine-style websites. They often have more complex and unique layout requirements than other genres. It has led to some very creative solutions.

Today, we’ll show you some exciting examples of both news homepage layouts and even a few for individual articles as well.

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And thanks to modern CSS layout techniques such as CSS Grid and Flexbox, we’ve never had more design possibilities. Whether you’re interested in something complex or minimalistic – there are plenty of ways to accomplish a given layout.

With that, we’ve put together a collection of beautiful blog layouts. They run the gamut of styles and use cases. Some are geared towards home pages, while others are laser-focused on single post templates. Enjoy!

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As designers continue to experiment, they’re not only finding ways to solve common roadblocks that were faced before CSS Grid was around, they’re also taking things a step further. We’re beginning to see the potential for implementing unique layouts that were perhaps darn-near impossible using other methods.

Let’s explore some CSS Grid examples that go well beyond the ordinary:

The Virtual Shoe Rack by Andy Barefoot

This stunning snippet is reminiscent of a shoe display you may see in a retail store – only much more fun. It sports a 3D-like layout, slick hover effects, and is fully responsive. And because this layout both looks amazing and comfortably fits many products into a small space, it might just be an effective way of helping shoppers find what they’re looking for.

See the Pen Isometric eCommerce CSS Grid by Andy Barefoot

Vertically Responsive Poster by George W. Park

Here’s an example of a piece of artwork done completely with a CSS Grid layout and HTML – no images needed. What’s more, it’s also vertically responsive based on the viewport. As the viewport’s height increases, so does the size of the poster.

See the Pen CSS Grid Art Poster (Vertically Responsive) by George W. Park

Fitting In by Stephen Lee

Who doesn’t love a good game of Tetris? What we have here is a layout inspired by the classic video game. The various pieces use a combination of CSS Grid, clipping paths, and CSS Variables to ensure that each piece fits together through multiple breakpoints.

See the Pen CSS Grid Tetris pieces with CSS variables by Stephen Lee

Mondrian Compositions by Pete Barr

Recreating a set of Mondrian compositions provides a worthy challenge for CSS Grid – one that it passes with flying colors. These complex layouts of geometric shapes provide us with an attractive example of the granular control the layout technique offers.

See the Pen 3D CSS Grid Mondrian Compositions by Pete Barr

Apple Keyboard by Jon Kantner

The finely detailed complexity of a keyboard layout could drive even the most talented designers to tears. But CSS Grid is there to handle those little quirks and helped to make this example pixel-perfect (you may want to view it on a large screen to get the full effect). You can even tap the keys!

See the Pen Apple Keyboard by Jon Kantner

Responsive Photo Gallery by yoksel

Photo galleries are an area of web design that are ripe for a creative boost. Here we have a gallery that takes advantage of CSS Grid’s layout possibilities, along with image masks that create uniquely shaped photos. The result is something that stands out in a genre where that’s getting harder to do.

See the Pen Responsive gallery with CSS Grids by yoksel

A New Navigation by Ryan Mulligan

Navigation can be made infinitely more interesting with the help of CSS Grid. Click into this example menu, and you can see the potential for creating something that is both beautiful and well-organized. And the fact that grids can often be changed without a ton of code means that menus can evolve along with your site.

See the Pen CSS Grid Menu Panels by Ryan Mulligan

Monopolizing the Grid by John Coppola

The things print designers take for granted have left web designers longing for the day when they too could take advantage. A board game like Monopoly is simple enough for print but incredibly complicated for the web. This faithful rendition of the classic game is proof that we now have a whole new set of tools available to us.

See the Pen Monopoly board by John Coppola (@johnnycopes)

Pushing the Web Forward

Perhaps the most impressive aspect of CSS Grid is that it has inspired the imagination of web designers while still being so early on in its useful existence. And while its most important job is in solving the everyday layout requirements of websites, we’re starting to see that it can do so much more.

It will be interesting to see where CSS Grid takes the web as it is implemented more and more.

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This can be achieved through various techniques, such as background changes or semi-fixed position items that move alongside the user’s scrolling. While we have previously shared examples of parallax design on websites, we haven’t delved into the technical aspects of how it works.

To remedy this, we have compiled a collection of our favorite CSS and JavaScript snippets for creating parallax layouts. Each of these examples is accompanied by free source code, so you can experiment with them and even incorporate them into your own projects.

By leveraging the power of parallax design, you can add an extra layer of visual interest to your web pages and enhance the user experience. So why not explore our collection and discover how you can incorporate parallax design into your own projects today?

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Of course, CSS Grid is also incredibly powerful. We’ve seen some developers experiment and push the limits of what it can do.

While that’s impressive, the real beauty of this specification is that it helps us accomplish everyday tasks. The common page and feature layouts that make up a typical website project, and this is the biggest reason to jump on board and utilize CSS Grid.

We’ve put together a collection of 8 common website layout concepts. Each one demonstrates how CSS Grid can make life easier for web designers. And, if you’re concerned about browser support, some also include fallbacks for Flexbox and other layout techniques. Let’s get started!

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Beyond the warm and fuzzy feelings, testimonials can also help recruit new customers. Knowing that others have had a good experience inspires confidence. In all, it’s a happy little cycle that helps to keep business booming.

In terms of implementing a testimonial UI, simple is often better. That doesn’t mean they have to be boring, however. The clever use of color, layout, and special effects can turn your testimonials into something that stands out.

Let’s take a look at some examples that will give your testimonials a place to shine.

All Aboard the Carousel by Md Nahidul Islam

Testimonials are often paired with sliders and carousels for both interactivity and efficiency. Several examples in our collection utilize them. However, this example is unique in its design. While there are standard navigation arrows at the bottom of the feature, clicking on the client photos on either side will also enable you to slide back and forth.

See the Pen Responsive Testimonial Carousel by Md Nahidul Islam

Shapes and Rainbows by Hello Katili

If you’re looking to add a testimonial section to your page that stands out, it would be hard to top this. First, there’s the animated, color-changing gradient in the background. Second, the use of CSS clip-path makes for an awesome badge-like look on the images. Even with all of that, the UI is still simple and classy.

See the Pen Responsive testimonial slider by hellokatili

No JavaScript Required by Mahesh Ambure

For all the CSS purists out there, here’s a solution that doesn’t need a single line of JavaScript. While it’s nothing earth-shattering in terms of looks, that’s actually a good thing. It leaves plenty of room for you to style it to match your needs. In addition, this would fit nicely in a relatively small space.

See the Pen Testimonial Slider Pure CSS

It’s in the Cards by Little Snippets

This card UI is both simple and beautiful. Each card has its own background photo – presumably to use a client’s photo or logo. CSS opacity is used to allow enough contrast to place white text on top. It also encourages smaller amounts of content, which is much easier to digest than a longer testimonial.

See the Pen #1574 – Testimonial Card by LittleSnippets.net

A New Angle by Adam Wathan

The design is what we’re focused on in this non-functioning demo. It goes to show that simplicity can be really effective. The slight angle on the background photo draws your eyes in, while the generous padding around the quote itself gives off an airy feel.

See the Pen Stripe’s Testimonial Widget in Tailwind CSS by Adam Wathan

Hover Quotes by Dave Knispel

Here’s a different take on a testimonial UI. It’s full-screen, and you have to hover over images to see each person’s respective quote. The look is incredibly sharp, and the transitions are smooth. This could be a nice choice for more artistically focused websites.

See the Pen Testimonial Hover Reveal by Dave Knispel

A Different Take by MD Aqil

There’s a lot to like in this example. The side-by-side carousel layout makes for an interesting visual effect. Images move to the left as quotes change on the right. Speaking of the quote area, it offers plenty of whitespace and is easy to read. It makes for a package that is anything but typical.

See the Pen testimonial slider , swiper slider by md aqil

Color Card by Bradley

Another prime example of simplicity, this card layout uses a couple of CSS effects to differentiate itself. First is the slightly-rotated quote mark in the background. CSS transform is used to break uniformity – in a good way. Also, the color gradient in the footer makes the whole card, dare we say, “pop.”

See the Pen mdJWryR by bradley

Beautiful Praise

The whole idea behind collecting testimonials is to demonstrate that you know how to make customers happy. For several different businesses and organizations, they serve as a key selling tool.

When it comes to displaying testimonials on a website, there are several compelling options. The examples above show how color, movement, typography, and layout can all play an important role in building an attention-getting UI. It’s up to you to decide which approach works best for your brand.

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But with modern CSS and an occasional dash of JavaScript, we can design containers that really stand out amongst the circles and squares. In fact, taking a short jaunt through CodePen provides plenty of inspiration in this area.

Here are 10 unorthodox container designs that eschew the standard shapes and kick things up a notch in their own way.

Notched Boxes

Chris Coyier of CSS-Tricks fame built this example that, while subtle, offers a much fresher take on the standard box. By simply angling off the sharp edges, we have a more nuanced look. This type of effect provides a much more artistic feel while maintaining usability.

Angled Full-Width Image

Images (or any container) that stretch out over the viewport’s full width can really benefit from doing something a bit different in terms of shape. In this example, the angled borders we see are a nice way of creating a cool visual effect that doesn’t overwhelm the user. Subtle is usually better.

Accent Containers

While we often use containers as places to hold content, they can also make nice design accents. Take this example, where a few shifts of CSS border-radius create an interesting effect that also complements the content below.

Windows (Not That Kind)

CSS clipping paths can do some amazing things. They bring one of the staples of print design into a more interactive medium. Here, we have a clip-path used to create a window-shaped effect around a set of images – complete with beautiful hover animation.

Diamond Navigation Menu

I love this series of diamond-shaped buttons because they turn what could be boring (a collection of navigation links) into something unique. While this may not be 100% simple to maintain in the long-term (adding items would require more CSS), it shows that you don’t have to settle for ordinary.

Diagonal Animation

As they say, why not make your entire page a non-standard shape? Okay, they probably don’t say that. But here we have an example of someone who did create a full-screen animation that bends along with your cursor position. One practical use might be to allow users to “reveal” an object hidden underneath.

The Famous Exploding Polygons

Polygon shapes are being used quite often in web design, but not necessarily in the same way as this example. Here they are used to build a letter (“J,” in this case) that explodes as you hover over it. It makes for an interesting logo and can add a bit of unexpected fun to a website.

A Curvaceous Container

Shaping text around an image is another print effect that isn’t quite so easy to port over to the web. It takes some extra effort, but here’s a look at how stunning it can be. The whole container has much more of a natural flow than one with standard squared-off text.

Corner Shaping

Buttons are another element where we too often settle for standard shapes. But in the right setting, something different can be quite welcome. These buttons not only have various notched-corners, but they also offer a shape-shifting hover animation as well.

The Shape of Things to Come

The use of shaped containers can open up the doors to all kinds of creative looks and layouts. And with the advent of techniques such as CSS Grid, it’s now possible to implement shapes on a much larger scale.

While the examples above may not be a perfect fit for every use case, they prove that the web is slowly but surely moving beyond the basics. So, for your next project, try to literally think outside the box (or circle).

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The promise of CSS Grid is that it will simply work as the designer intended, while automatically adjusting to whatever device it’s being displayed on.

Many web designers have experimented with CSS Grid in many unique ways. Here are 10 layouts we found that range anywhere from “useful” to “wow.”

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