Agent skill

Web Design Expert

by curiositech in curiositech/some_claude_skills

Creates unique web designs with brand identity, color palettes, typography, and modern UI/UX patterns.

MITAuto-check passedFrontend & Design

Install Web Design Expert

skills CLI
$ npx skills add curiositech/some_claude_skills --skill web-design-expert -a claude-code

Project install by default; add -g for ~/.claude/skills/.

GitHub CLI
$ gh skill install curiositech/some_claude_skills web-design-expert --agent claude-code

Project scope by default; add --scope user for a personal install. Needs GitHub CLI 2.90.0 or later (public preview).

Manual copy
$ git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/curiositech/some_claude_skills.git skills-src && mkdir -p .claude/skills && cp -r skills-src/.claude/skills/web-design-expert .claude/skills/web-design-expert && rm -rf skills-src

Use ~/.claude/skills/ instead of .claude/skills for a personal install. The folder must contain SKILL.md.

Claude Code skills documentation · loads skills from .claude/skills/

Facts

Skill name
web-design-expert
GitHub stars
243
Token cost
~1.7k tokens
SKILL.md length
534 words
Files
6 (incl. references)
Skills in repo
109
Repo updated
First seen
Licence
MIT

At a glance

Creates unique web designs with brand identity, color palettes, typography, and modern UI/UX patterns.

  • Works in 3 steps: Discovery (Critical First Step) → Visual Direction (Provide 2-3 Concepts) → Design Principles
  • Brand identity development
  • SKILL.md covers When to Use This Skill, Core Design Process, OKLCH: The Modern Color Standard and Common Anti-Patterns, plus 5 more sections
  • Instructions only: no scripts, shell commands, URLs or credentials in SKILL.md

What it does

Web Design Expert is an agent skill from curiositech/some_claude_skills. Creates unique web designs with brand identity, color palettes, typography, and modern UI/UX patterns. Use for brand identity development, visual design systems, layout composition, and responsive web design. Activate on "web design", "brand identity", "color palette", "UI design", "visual design", "layout". NOT for typography details (use typography-expert), color theory deep-dives (use color-theory-expert), design system tokens (use design-system-creator), or code implementation without design direction.

Its SKILL.md is about 1.7k tokens, which your agent loads only when the skill is triggered. The skill folder holds 7 other files, including reference files (for example `.claude-plugin/plugin.json`, `CHANGELOG.md` and `references/color-accessibility.md`).

It sits in Frontend & Design, covering UI design, Theming and dark mode and Brand strategy and identity. The repository describes itself as: Claude skills that make my life easier. The licence is MIT.

When your agent uses it

  • Brand identity development
  • Visual design systems
  • Layout composition
  • Responsive web design

Example prompts

  • “web design”
  • “brand identity”
  • “color palette”
  • “/web-design-expert”

Requirements

  • Pre-approved tools (allowed-tools): Read, Write, Edit, WebFetch, mcp__magic__21st_magic_component_builder, mcp__magic__21st_magic_component_inspiration, mcp__magic__21st_magic_component_refiner, mcp__magic__logo_search

Workflow steps

3 steps, taken from the step headings in SKILL.md.

  1. Discovery (Critical First Step)
  2. Visual Direction (Provide 2-3 Concepts)
  3. Design Principles

What it can do on your machine

Read from SKILL.md and the folder at commit 6713fc7. It shows what the files ask for, not the result of running them.

  • Tool permissions

    Pre-approves these tools, so the agent can use them without asking each time:

    • Read
    • Write
    • Edit
    • WebFetch
    • mcp__magic__21st_magic_component_builder
    • mcp__magic__21st_magic_component_inspiration
    • mcp__magic__21st_magic_component_refiner
    • mcp__magic__logo_search

    From allowed-tools in the SKILL.md frontmatter.

  • Runs code

    No scripts in the folder and no shell commands in SKILL.md (its code samples are css).

    From the folder's file list and the shell code blocks in SKILL.md.

  • Network

    Links to these hosts (documentation or services it may open):

    • oklch.com
    • evilmartians.com
    • harmonizer.evilmartians.com

    From URLs in SKILL.md, links to its own repository left out.

  • Credentials

    Names no API keys, tokens, secrets or passwords.

    From names ending in _API_KEY, _TOKEN, _SECRET, _KEY or _PASSWORD in SKILL.md.

Context cost

Web Design Expert loads about 1.7k tokens when it runs, and up to ~3.7k if it reads all its reference files. Until then it costs about 132 tokens; SKILL.md has 534 words of instructions outside code blocks.

Always · name and description, kept in context so the agent knows when to use it
~132
When it runs · the whole SKILL.md, loaded when a task matches
~1.7k
With references · SKILL.md plus every file in references/, read only if the agent opens them
~3.7k

Estimates: characters ÷ 4, the usual rule of thumb; real counts depend on the model's tokenizer. Scripts and assets cost tokens only if the agent reads them.

Safety

Auto-check passed

The automated check found no risky patterns in SKILL.md.

Automated static check — not a guarantee. Review scripts before installing. It scans the text of SKILL.md for risky patterns (piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files, hidden Unicode, destructive commands); files beside SKILL.md are not scanned.

SKILL.md

The full file from curiositech/some_claude_skills at commit 6713fc7, republished under its MIT licence (© curiositech). 534 words, ~1,735 tokens.

Download SKILL.mdSave it as .claude/skills/web-design-expert/SKILL.md (or your agent's skills folder). This skill also uses 5 other files; get the full folder from GitHub.
name
web-design-expert
description
Creates unique web designs with brand identity, color palettes, typography, and modern UI/UX patterns. Use for brand identity development, visual design systems, layout composition, and responsive web design. Activate on "web design", "brand identity", "color palette", "UI design", "visual design", "layout". NOT for typography details (use typography-expert), color theory deep-dives (use color-theory-expert), design system tokens (use design-system-creator), or code implementation without design direction.
allowed-tools
Read, Write, Edit, WebFetch, mcp__magic__21st_magic_component_builder, mcp__magic__21st_magic_component_inspiration, mcp__magic__21st_magic_component_refiner, mcp__magic__logo_search
metadata.category
Design & Creative
metadata.tags
web, brand, ui-ux, layout, visual-design

Web Design Expert

Expert web designer and brand identity specialist creating distinctive, cohesive visual systems for web applications.

When to Use This Skill

Use for:

  • Brand identity development (personality, visual language, guidelines)
  • Color palette creation and rationale
  • Layout composition and visual hierarchy
  • Component visual design (not just code)
  • Responsive design strategy
  • WCAG accessibility review for visual elements

Do NOT use for:

  • Deep typography work → use typography-expert
  • Color theory mathematics → use color-theory-palette-harmony-expert
  • Design tokens and CSS architecture → use design-system-creator
  • Retro Windows 3.1 → use windows-3-1-web-designer
  • Native app design → use native-app-designer

Core Design Process

1. Discovery (Critical First Step)
BUSINESS CONTEXT:
- What is the primary goal?
- Who is the target audience?
- What action should users take?
- Who are competitors?

BRAND PERSONALITY:
- If this brand were a person, how would they dress?
- Pick 3 adjectives for user's feeling
- What should brand NEVER be perceived as?
2. Visual Direction (Provide 2-3 Concepts)

Each concept includes:

  • Mood board (3-5 references with rationale)
  • Color palette (primary, secondary, accent, neutrals) — Always in OKLCH format
  • Typography direction (families, hierarchy)
  • Layout philosophy (grid vs freeform, density)
  • Signature elements (unique visual features)

OKLCH: The Modern Color Standard

⚠️ All color palettes must use OKLCH, not hex or HSL.

OKLCH is the 2024+ standard for professional web design because:

  • Perceptual uniformity: Equal L values = equal perceived lightness
  • Better accessibility: More accurate contrast calculations than WCAG 2.x hex
  • Predictable scaling: Math works (L=50% + 20% = L=70% that looks right)
css
/* OKLCH format: oklch(Lightness% Chroma Hue) */
--brand-primary: oklch(55% 0.22 265);    /* Vibrant blue */
--brand-accent: oklch(75% 0.18 45);      /* Warm orange */
--text-primary: oklch(20% 0.02 265);     /* Near-black */
--bg-surface: oklch(98% 0.01 265);       /* Near-white */

Essential OKLCH Resources:

ResourcePurpose
oklch.comInteractive OKLCH color picker
Evil Martians: Why Quit RGB/HSLThe definitive article
HarmonizerGenerate harmonious OKLCH palettes

When presenting color palettes:

Primary: oklch(55% 0.22 265) — Vibrant blue, strong CTA presence
Secondary: oklch(70% 0.08 265) — Muted blue, supporting elements
Accent: oklch(75% 0.18 45) — Warm orange, attention-grabbing

Never present palettes as #3b82f6 — always convert to OKLCH.

3. Design Principles

Hierarchy: Most important element immediately obvious? Eye flows naturally?

Consistency: Same colors mean same things? Spacing follows scale?

Common Anti-Patterns

Design by Committee
What it looks likeWhy it's wrong
Multiple visual styles on same pageDestroys brand coherence
Instead: Establish principles early, enforce consistency
Decoration Over Function
What it looks likeWhy it's wrong
Fancy animations without purposeSlows performance, distracts
Instead: Every element must earn its place
Ignoring the Fold
What it looks likeWhy it's wrong
Critical info below viewport80% attention is above fold
Instead: Hero must have value prop + primary CTA
Show full SKILL.md (210 more words)Show less
Low Contrast Text
What it looks likeWhy it's wrong
Light gray on white (#999 on #fff)Fails WCAG, excludes users
Instead: Minimum 4.5:1 contrast ratio
Mobile as Afterthought
What it looks likeWhy it's wrong
Desktop-first that "shrinks"60%+ traffic is mobile
Instead: Design mobile-first, enhance for desktop

Design Trend Evolution

EraTrend
2019-2021Subtle shadows, layering, dark mode
2022-2023Oversized typography, variable fonts
2024+Bento grids, claymorphism, grain, AI personalization

Watch For (dated patterns LLMs may suggest):

  • Flat design without depth
  • Hero sliders (proven ineffective)
  • Carousel galleries (low engagement)
  • Desktop hamburger menus

Output Deliverables

  1. Brand Identity Guide: Colors, typography, voice, do's/don'ts
  2. Design Specifications: Spacing, radius, shadows, animation timing
  3. Component Examples: Buttons, forms, cards, navigation (all states)
  4. Responsive Guidelines: Breakpoints, layout changes, touch targets

MCP Tools

ToolPurpose
21st_magic_component_inspirationSearch UI patterns for inspiration
21st_magic_component_builderGenerate React/Tailwind components
21st_magic_component_refinerImprove existing component UI
logo_searchGet company logos in JSX/TSX/SVG

Integration with Other Skills

  • typography-expert - Deep typography decisions
  • color-theory-palette-harmony-expert - Color mathematics
  • design-system-creator - Token architecture
  • vibe-matcher - Translating feelings to visuals
  • design-archivist - Competitive research

Reference Files

FileContents
references/layout-systems.mdGrid systems, spacing scales, responsive breakpoints
references/color-accessibility.mdPalettes, psychology, dark mode, WCAG compliance
references/tooling-integration.md21st.dev, Figma MCP, component workflows

The best design is invisible until you notice its excellence.

© curiositech, MIT. Rendered from Markdown: HTML in the file is shown as text, images as links, and headings moved down two levels. Raw file

Files

SKILL.md and 5 other files (references) in .claude/skills/web-design-expert of curiositech/some_claude_skills.

  • SKILL.md
  • .claude-plugin/plugin.json
  • CHANGELOG.md
  • references/color-accessibility.md
  • references/layout-systems.md
  • references/tooling-integration.md

Open the folder on GitHubat commit 6713fc7

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Questions about Web Design Expert

What does Web Design Expert do?

Creates unique web designs with brand identity, color palettes, typography, and modern UI/UX patterns. Web Design Expert is an agent skill from curiositech/some_claude_skills. Creates unique web designs with brand identity, color palettes, typography, and modern UI/UX patterns.

When should I use Web Design Expert?

Web Design Expert fits situations like: brand identity development; visual design systems; layout composition; responsive web design.

How do I install Web Design Expert in Claude Code?

Run `npx skills add curiositech/some_claude_skills --skill web-design-expert -a claude-code`. Or copy the skill folder (.claude/skills/web-design-expert in curiositech/some_claude_skills) into .claude/skills/web-design-expert in your project. Claude Code loads it when a task matches its description.

How do I install Web Design Expert in Codex?

Run `npx skills add curiositech/some_claude_skills --skill web-design-expert -a codex`. Or copy the skill folder (.claude/skills/web-design-expert in curiositech/some_claude_skills) into .agents/skills/web-design-expert in your project. Codex loads it when a task matches its description.

Can I use Web Design Expert in Cursor, Gemini CLI or GitHub Copilot?

Cursor, Gemini CLI, GitHub Copilot and OpenCode also load SKILL.md folders. With the skills CLI, run `npx skills add curiositech/some_claude_skills --skill web-design-expert -a cursor` (or -a gemini-cli, github-copilot or opencode for the others). To copy it by hand, put the folder in .cursor/skills/web-design-expert, .gemini/skills/web-design-expert, .github/skills/web-design-expert and .opencode/skills/web-design-expert in your project.

What does Web Design Expert need to run?

SKILL.md names no scripts, command-line tools or credentials: Web Design Expert is instructions for the agent only. Its frontmatter pre-approves these tools: Read, Write, Edit, WebFetch, mcp__magic__21st_magic_component_builder, mcp__magic__21st_magic_component_inspiration, mcp__magic__21st_magic_component_refiner, mcp__magic__logo_search.

Does Web Design Expert access the network?

SKILL.md names 3 domains. As links in the text: oklch.com, evilmartians.com and harmonizer.evilmartians.com. This is read from the text; nothing was executed.

Is Web Design Expert safe to install?

Our automated static check of SKILL.md found no risky patterns, such as piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files or hidden Unicode. It is not a guarantee. Review the folder before installing.

What licence does Web Design Expert use?

Web Design Expert is published under the MIT licence (the repository's licence). It allows redistribution, so the full SKILL.md is shown on this page.

How many tokens does Web Design Expert use?

About 1.7k tokens (SKILL.md is roughly 6.9k characters). Agents keep only the skill's name and description in context until a task matches; then they load SKILL.md in full. Its references folder adds about 1.9k tokens, read only when the agent opens those files.

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Who maintains Web Design Expert?

curiositech (a GitHub organization) maintains it in curiositech/some_claude_skills, which has 243 GitHub stars. The repository holds 109 skills in this directory. The repository was last updated on September 6, 2026.

Source: curiositech/some_claude_skills on GitHub. Facts on this page come from the repository at the commit we read; the author's words are quoted as theirs.