5 Ways to Make Your Website Look Modern Using WebStarts

Modern web design is all about clarity, simplicity, and intentional visual choices. If your website feels outdated or cluttered, a few strategic design updates can give it a fresh, contemporary look. Here are five proven ways to modernize your site using WebStarts.

1. Embrace White Space

White space — the empty space between elements on a page — is one of the most powerful tools in modern design. Increasing white space instantly makes your site feel cleaner and more professional.
With WebStarts, you can easily expand spacing by using Smart Handles to push elements further apart. This simple adjustment creates breathing room that improves readability and visual appeal.

2. Use Bold, Readable Typography

Large, bold fonts have become a signature of modern web design. To nail this look:

• Limit the amount of text on each page

• Increase headline fonts to 60px or larger

• Avoid serif fonts in favor of clean, sans-serif styles

Once you’ve dialed in your typography, save your selections as default site styles inside WebStarts to keep your design consistent and your workflow fast.

3. Limit Your Color Palette

Modern sites rely on minimalist color schemes. Start with a simple base of black and white, then add no more than two accent colors.
WebStarts makes this easy with built-in color palettes and the ability to save frequently used colors. Keeping your palette tight helps maintain a polished, modern aesthetic across all pages.

4. Make Your Layout Fully Responsive

A modern website must look great on any device. In WebStarts, use strips and columns to build flexible, responsive layouts that adapt naturally to different screen sizes.
Don’t forget to switch to the mobile editor to perfect your smartphone layout—this ensures visitors get an optimized experience no matter how they access your site.

5. Add Micro-Interactions and Subtle Motion

Small animations and hover effects add personality and modern flair without overwhelming your design.
In WebStarts you can:

• Add hover effects to buttons and images via the Style icon

• Apply animations through the Settings icon, customizing the effect, event trigger, duration, and delay

Used sparingly, these micro-interactions make your site feel dynamic and up-to-date.

By combining these five techniques — white space, bold typography, limited colors, responsive layouts, and tasteful motion — you can quickly transform your site into something clean, modern, and visually compelling.