Visual Polish Increases Perceived Usability
Users perceive aesthetically pleasing design as more usable. Small visual details compound into trust.
Incorrect (unstyled, raw elements):
.card {
border: 1px solid black;
padding: 10px;
}Correct (considered visual treatment):
.card {
padding: 16px;
background: var(--gray-2);
border: 1px solid var(--gray-a4);
border-radius: 12px;
box-shadow: var(--shadow-1);
}Reference: Aesthetic-Usability Effect