Beyond the Block

Analyzing the shift from Neo-Brutalism to structured modularity and organic futurism. This interactive report synthesizes data on the 4 dominant design paradigms emerging in late 2024 and 2025.

The State of Design 2025

Current market penetration of major UI paradigms based on analyzed portfolios and component library downloads.

Key Findings

  • The "Bento" Takeover:

    Driven by Apple and Linear, the grid-based, content-first layout has become the standard for SaaS, replacing complex hero sections.

  • Softening Edges:

    While Neo-Brutalism persists in niche creative brands, mainstream design is moving toward "Aurora" (Glass 2.0) for a friendlier feel.

  • The Eco-Imperative:

    Low-energy web design is influencing aesthetics, leading to darker modes by default and vector-heavy visuals over raster images.

Adoption Rate by Methodology

Data Source: 2024 UI Trend Meta-Analysis

42%
Bento Grid Usage
-15%
Brutalism Decline
2.4s
Avg Load (Spatial)
A+
Eco Accessibility