Skeuomorphism

Abdul Ahad Jajja

a JBL production
Forthcoming

Make an understanding of the term

Skeuomorphism.
What are skeoumorphs?
Elaboration on it’s wide use in the
technology sector.
Why it’s declining in popularity today!
“Simplicity is the ultimate
sophistication.” -Steve Jobs
Definition

A design technique in which

copying of real life object designs
and depicting them on other
objects for:
• Ornamental enhancements
• Give an easy interface
Examples
Use of term

Most widely used in terms of the

Graphical User Interface of a computer
device
Benefits

Helps make objects seem familiar

makes them easy to use.
Adds unique design to an object
Problems

Skeoumorphic designs are

becoming archaic (outdated).
They limit productivity.
Advent of Simple Designs

 In the Tech. sector, major firms are moving towards a more

simplified and non-skeoumorphic texturized layout.
“Design is a funny word. Some people
think design means how it looks. But
of course, if you dig deeper, it's really
how it works.”-Steve Jobs
THANK YOU!
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