There’s a misunderstanding that accessible design is inherently unattractive. However, accessibility and aesthetics are not mutually exclusive; achieving both is possible with thoughtful design.
Let's look at some of the key elements that cross paths that lead to this misunderstanding and see how the two can work together.
Key Considerations for Balancing Accessibility and Aesthetics
Layout and Structure
A clean, simple layout leads to exceptional user experiences. Along with that is a well-defined page structure with clear headings, concise content, and logical navigation.
Aesthetics: A grid layout with appropriate white space and bold, easy-to-see navigation elements will create a visually appealing, easy-to-navigate page design.
Accessibility: Web pages use page regions or landmarks to organize their content. Ensure you have the four key page regions,
