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A style of interface design emphasizing minimal use of stylistic elements.
Across the Web Design Awards archive, this term recurs in jury notes, nominee reviews, and rubric evaluations. It shapes how craft is judged — from the first impression through to the details only a returning visitor notices. The award-winning work linked below shows the concept applied in practice, not just described in theory.
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