ARTICLE SUMMARY: Designers solve problems, that’s what we do. No matter what the challenge is, you can bet there’s a lot of psychology involved.
The role of psychology in design is to understand how people think, feel, and make decisions, and then use that insight to guide them toward action.
“The Psychology of Shapes in UI Design: Why Buttons Shouldn’t Be Squares” by Bella Anderson focuses on—yes, you guessed it—buttons, and the importance of how they’re designed. She talks about:
- How Your Brain Processes Shapes Before Words
- Using Shape Like a UX Language
- How Symmetry + Spacing = Comfort for the Brain
The goal is to make CTA buttons inviting, approachable, not pressured. You want an interface that feels good before it even functions.
Bella concludes her article by telling us, “The best UX doesn’t start with a color palette. It starts with a feeling. It’s shaped by curves, contrast, shadows, and whitespace long before someone reads a single headline.”
This is a great read, especially for the beginner designer. Let us know what you think in the comments.
