Want to discover the best web designs of 2021–2022?
Once again, it’s time to lay our cards on the table. After a full year of reviewing, analyzing, shortlisting, and saving the top web designs of 2022, we’re ready to reveal our annual selection.
In this article, we’ll take you through 20 of the most outstanding websites we’ve seen so far—sites we believe are essential benchmarks for anyone interested in web design and development.
We’ll explore each one, highlighting what makes them stand out and, above all, what makes them unique.
Here’s what we value most when selecting websites for our annual list:
- That “wow” factor—the kind of site that grabs your attention from the first click
- Originality or a fresh take on web design
- Alignment with the latest graphic and web design trends
- Use of cutting-edge technology
In short, we’re looking for sites that take our breath away.
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Please note: the order of appearance does not indicate ranking. The references are listed in our own order, and we don’t intend to crown any single site as the best web design winner.
Every site featured here is a winner in its own right—after reviewing over 400 references throughout the year, making it into the top ten is an achievement in itself.
Our entire team contributed to the selection, the result of ongoing research and monitoring of web design trends.
If you think there’s a site that deserves to be included, just get in touch and we’ll review the website. If it meets our standards, we’ll add it to the list.
So, without further ado, let’s dive into our annual roundup.
Previous Editions
- Best Web Designs 2019–2020
- Best Web Designs 2018–2019
- Best Web Designs 2017–2018
- Best Web Designs 2016–2017
Best Web Designs 2021–2022
CEVITXEF
Website design and development for a Peruvian restaurant by digital agency Cuchillo
The first web design on our list has already been featured in some of our previous articles—most likely in our roundup of the best restaurant websites.
The Cevitxef restaurant website Cevitxef is simply stunning. The use of imagery, typography, color, and spacing is unmatched—there’s nothing to fault here.
Beyond its visual appeal, the website stands out for its seamless navigation. The user experience is top-notch, making browsing a pleasure.
Our sincere congratulations to the web design studio Cuchillo for this masterpiece of web design and development.
We invite you to check out the first entry in our annual roundup: the best web designs of 2021–2022.
FAN STUDY – SPOTIFY FOR ARTISTS
Spotify’s Fan Study website, designed by Rally Interactive
Next up on our list of the best web designs of 2021–2022 is Spotify’s Fan Study – Spotify for Artists.
Created by web design and development studio Rally Interactive, this site is a prime example of visual identity brought to life through web design.
What really sets this website apart is its color palette and the thoughtful arrangement of design elements. The result is an outstanding user experience.
See for yourself.
BLUMENKOPF
Website and development for the “Limited by Spatzek” collection by Spatzek Studio
Third on our list is another highly innovative web design that breaks the mold.
The website by Spatzek Studio—Blumenkopf—was created as a showcase of what the studio can achieve for hypothetical projects and future clients, free from the usual creative constraints.
This site stands out for combining many of the web design elements set to trend in 2022. It’s an intentionally chaotic, seemingly nonsensical web design that, on closer inspection, reveals a strong conceptual foundation and a well-executed vision.
Take a closer look and you’ll see how your eye gradually adapts to its unique visual language.
PLUS
Web design for a 100% sustainable product by Someone & Others
Plus is a brand focused exclusively on 100% sustainable products, using fully biodegradable, plastic-free packaging. To showcase their products, Someone & Others created one of the best web designs of 2021–2022—a flawless execution.
This beauty e-commerce site stands out for its bold color palette, embedded mini-videos reminiscent of social reels, and, above all, a seamless checkout experience.
Browsing the website, you’ll notice the development is both thoughtful and professional, resulting in a smooth, intuitive, and enjoyable user journey.
No surprises, no wasted time—everything is exactly where it should be, right when you need it.
A standout web design that hints at some of the key trends for 2022.
ARMENIAN GENOCIDE
A web design rich in history by Art Militonian
A quarter of the way through our list, we come to a web design that’s steeped in history—showcasing a direction that web design should perhaps explore more often: creating websites as digital and graphic historical records for future generations.
Armenian Genocide is an immersive, educational journey—a creative gem in its own right.
What stands out is the tone of voice and the strategic approach chosen by its creator, Artem Militonian.
This website is one of the year’s best for its content, development, and overall impact.
Take a good look—if you’re a history buff like us, you’ll find it truly compelling. An outstanding web design.
TANGAN
Organic, creative web design by Thierry Rolin
The sixth entry in our best web designs of 2021–2022 is Tangan, a health-focused website by creative web designer Thierry Rolin.
This web design is minimalist, clean, black-and-white, and highly elegant.
We especially appreciate the use of typography, undefined content blocks, and vertical scroll navigation.
It’s visually appealing, smooth, and refined—reflecting the designer’s professionalism.
The website is quick to explore—just a few minutes to get a full sense of its purpose.
Check it out and draw your own conclusions.
SCHWEPPES
A sparkling web design by lg2
Seventh on our list is the beverage brand Schweppes, brought to life by the talented graphic design studio lg2.
This highly visual web design stays true to the Schweppes brand identity, delivering an excellent website with super-easy navigation and well-structured content.
What really shines is its modern approach, clever use of space