ui-design-styles
Comprehensive guidance for applying modern UI design styles, including Soft UI, Dark Mode, Flat Design, Neumorphism, Glassmorphism, and Aurora UI Gradients. Use when a user asks to: (1) Apply a specific UI style to a project, (2) Create a modern, visually appealing UI prototype, (3) Improve accessibility while following design trends, or (4) Understand the technical implementation of specific UI effects like frosted glass or soft shadows.
Best use case
ui-design-styles is best used when you need a repeatable AI agent workflow instead of a one-off prompt.
Comprehensive guidance for applying modern UI design styles, including Soft UI, Dark Mode, Flat Design, Neumorphism, Glassmorphism, and Aurora UI Gradients. Use when a user asks to: (1) Apply a specific UI style to a project, (2) Create a modern, visually appealing UI prototype, (3) Improve accessibility while following design trends, or (4) Understand the technical implementation of specific UI effects like frosted glass or soft shadows.
Teams using ui-design-styles should expect a more consistent output, faster repeated execution, less prompt rewriting.
When to use this skill
- You want a reusable workflow that can be run more than once with consistent structure.
When not to use this skill
- You only need a quick one-off answer and do not need a reusable workflow.
- You cannot install or maintain the underlying files, dependencies, or repository context.
Installation
Claude Code / Cursor / Codex
Manual Installation
- Download SKILL.md from GitHub
- Place it in
.claude/skills/ui-design-styles/SKILL.mdinside your project - Restart your AI agent — it will auto-discover the skill
How ui-design-styles Compares
| Feature / Agent | ui-design-styles | Standard Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Support | Not specified | Limited / Varies |
| Context Awareness | High | Baseline |
| Installation Complexity | Unknown | N/A |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this skill do?
Comprehensive guidance for applying modern UI design styles, including Soft UI, Dark Mode, Flat Design, Neumorphism, Glassmorphism, and Aurora UI Gradients. Use when a user asks to: (1) Apply a specific UI style to a project, (2) Create a modern, visually appealing UI prototype, (3) Improve accessibility while following design trends, or (4) Understand the technical implementation of specific UI effects like frosted glass or soft shadows.
Where can I find the source code?
You can find the source code on GitHub using the link provided at the top of the page.
SKILL.md Source
# UI Design Styles This skill provides specialized knowledge and workflows for implementing the most popular modern UI design styles. It focuses on achieving a professional, polished look while maintaining high standards for accessibility and legibility. ## Core UI Styles Select the style that best fits the project's goals: - **Soft UI / Modern Design**: Best for friendly, inviting B2C interfaces. Uses subtle gradients and lifelike shadows. See [soft_ui.md](references/soft_ui.md). - **Dark Mode**: Essential for modern apps. Focuses on hierarchy through lighting and OLED-friendly black levels. See [dark_mode.md](references/dark_mode.md). - **Flat Design**: Focuses on minimalism, high-contrast typography, and clarity. Great for e-commerce and luxury brands. See [flat_design.md](references/flat_design.md). - **Neumorphism**: A stylized "extruded plastic" look. Best used sparingly for specific container elements. See [neumorphism.md](references/neumorphism.md). - **Glassmorphism**: A frosted glass effect using background blur and transparency. Adds depth and a premium feel. See [glassmorphism.md](references/glassmorphism.md). - **Aurora UI Gradients**: Organic, blurry, northern-lights-style backgrounds. Excellent for ornamentation and pairing with Glassmorphism. See [aurora_ui.md](references/aurora_ui.md). ## General Design Principles Regardless of the chosen style, always apply these fundamental practices: 1. **Accessibility First**: Design styles should never impair the user's ability to navigate or read essential content. If a style (like Glassmorphism) causes legibility issues, it must be refined or limited to non-essential elements. 2. **Hierarchy through Depth**: Use the "top-down lighting" model. Elements closer to the user should be lighter and/or have more prominent shadows/transparency. 3. **Color Harmony**: Avoid pure black/white when possible. Tint grays and backgrounds with a hint of the primary brand color to create a more cohesive and professional feel. 4. **Consistent Roundness**: Choose a corner radius (e.g., 8px, 16px) and apply it consistently across all components to maintain visual unity. ## References - [Soft UI Guidelines](references/soft_ui.md) - [Dark Mode Standards](references/dark_mode.md) - [Flat Design Principles](references/flat_design.md) - [Neumorphism Patterns](references/neumorphism.md) - [Glassmorphism Techniques](references/glassmorphism.md) - [Aurora UI Backgrounds](references/aurora_ui.md)
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