PodRocket - A web development podcast from LogRocket The design of web design with Miriam Suzanne
May 22, 2025
Miriam Suzanne, a talented web developer, artist, and co-founder of OddBird, dives into the philosophy and evolution of web design. She discusses the origins of CSS and the delicate balance between user control and brand identity. The conversation highlights the importance of accessibility and navigating complex design challenges across devices. Suzanne also unpacks the intricacies of the CSS cascade, emphasizing user-centric approaches and adaptive design principles. Prepare for an enlightening journey through the web's creative landscape!
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Web Design Centers on User Control
- The web’s core philosophy is giving people control and access through interaction.
- HTML semantics and CSS are designed to enable user agency beyond mere visual representation.
Web vs Print Design Paradigm
- Unlike print, the web allows users to bring their own preferences and viewing needs to content.
- This user and browser control is fundamental and limits design control by authors.
CSS Balances Design and Control
- The web initially avoided design control to ensure compatibility and accessibility across platforms.
- CSS was created to allow styling without sacrificing the web’s user control principle.