Top Mistakes Made With Web Design Process

In this article, we explore the biggest mistakes designers make and how to avoid them for better UX...

Top Mistakes Made With Web Design Process

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Introduction

Web design is full of opinions — and not all of them are good. Agency Zenthink has heard some terrible advice tossed around like gospel. Whether it’s from outdated blogs, “experts” with no UX background, or well-meaning clients repeating bad trends, this kind of advice can ruin a website before it even launches. Let’s break down the worst offenders—and what you should do instead.

Your Website Just Needs to Look Good

A beautiful site is nice—but it’s not everything.

Here’s why that’s a problem:

  1. Pretty design ≠ user-friendly design
  2. It might lack accessibility
  3. It won’t convert without structure

Put Everything on the Homepage

Too much information up front can:

  • Overwhelm visitors
  • Dilute your message
  • Confuse your navigation

“Experts with no UX background, or well-meaning clients repeating bad trends, can ruin a website before it even launches.”

Internal Navigation Done Right

Internal linking helps with both user experience and SEO. Here’s a good example of how to do it: Explore our UX Design Services

Final Thought

Web design isn’t just about looking good. It’s about guiding users, telling your story, and helping people take action. The best sites feel effortless—and that takes thoughtful planning. Ready to avoid bad advice and build something great?

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Jenny Kia

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