Design Engineering Magazine
Recorded: May 30, 2026, 10:02 p.m.
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Interfaces › Design Engineering MagazineLogoLog inSubscribeInterfacesx-heightoklch(0.991 0 0)oklch(0.173 0 0)The Design Engineering Magazinefont-libre-baskervilleby Jakub Krehel32 pxSubscribe NowCall To ActionSubscribe NowCall To ActionWhat Makes an Interface Feel Great?I think a lot about what makes an interface feel great.When you go from using a good product to a great one, you can feel the difference. It's often hard to point to what makes it though.It's usually not a single thing, but instead a lot of small things that add up.wrapDesigning interfacesDesigning interfaces that feel natural and intuitiveGreat design is invisible. It guides users without them ever noticing.balanceDesigning interfacesDesigning interfaces that feel natural and intuitiveGreat design is invisible. It guides users without them ever noticing.Width220pxHide guidespadding: 8px12px12px20px12pxShow ValuesShow BorderIn the age of artificial intelligence, shipping fast is no longer an advantage. When anything can be replicated in minutes, just building something isn't enough.Products that are going to stand out and last are those that are built extremely well, with intent and extraordinary care.That's what Interfaces focuses on.About InterfacesI love writing and sharing what I learn. Articles on my website have been read more than one million times. It makes me very happy that people find them useful.Interfaces is where I share everything I know and continue to learn about building great interfaces.I cover a variety of topics from animation and typography to layout, color and everything else that is a part of building a great interface.Using Gestures in MotionApril 2026Understanding GradientsMarch 2026What Are OKLCH Colors?February 2026How I Use Shared Layout AnimationsJanuary 2026How It WorksOnce you subscribe, you get full access to the Interfaces platform. This includes all previously released issues with interactive demos and code snippets.At least one new issue is released every month.You also get access to a curated library of resources, tools I personally use, agent skills, and a private Discord community.April 2026May 2026June 2026July 2026New issue every monthAt least one new issue is released every month.Border Radius14pxInteractive demosConcepts are explained through interactive demos instead of text only.BackCopy link<AnimatePresence mode="popLayout" initial={false}> |
The Interfaces platform focuses on the philosophy that creating exceptional digital interfaces requires an obsessive attention to detail and an emphasis on craft and quality, asserting that what makes an interface feel great is often the sum of many small, carefully considered elements. The core design principle promoted is that great design should be invisible, intuitively guiding users without conscious awareness. This approach moves beyond simple functionality, positioning the platform as a place for learning how to design interfaces that feel natural and intuitive. The content within Interfaces addresses various aspects of interface design, covering topics such as animation, typography, layout, color theory, and aesthetic considerations. This content is presented not merely through text, but through interactive demonstrations, providing users with tangible examples of design principles in action, which is central to the platform's methodology. The platform is supported by the work of Jakub Krehel, a founding design engineer at Interfere who writes articles and develops related tools. Krehel’s perspective stems from a deep commitment to quality and the meticulous attention to detail necessary for superior design. His work encompasses resources like the oklch color generator and a focus on technical aspects of design engineering. Access to the platform is provided through a subscription model, offering continuous updates with at least one new issue released every month. Subscribers gain access to a curated library of resources, interactive demos, source code snippets, and agent skills relevant to building interfaces. Furthermore, the platform fosters a community through a private Discord community where users can discuss issues and collaborate with like-minded individuals. This comprehensive structure aims to provide in-depth, practical knowledge alongside a supportive environment for continuous learning in the field of interface design. |