Design Design Design! → Part LII: The Problem of Design Overload

Florian Wachter
5 min readDec 29, 2022

Welcome to Design Design Design! This series of articles focuses on a variety of topics related to design. Whether a beginner or a seasoned professional, you’ll find something here to further your design knowledge.

The Problem of Design Overload

In the modern world, we are bombarded with constant information and stimuli from our devices, media, and environments. This can lead to a feeling of overload as we struggle to navigate the overwhelming amount of information and make sense of it all. This problem of design overload is not just a personal issue but also has significant implications for the design industry.

How Design Overload Impacts Users

Design overload can have a number of negative effects on users. It can lead to decreased productivity as users struggle to focus and process information. It can also lead to feelings of frustration as users struggle to find the information they need or complete tasks. In some cases, design overload can even lead to physical symptoms such as eye strain and headaches.

“Design overload is a real problem in the modern world. With so much information and stimuli coming at us from all…

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Florian Wachter
Florian Wachter

Written by Florian Wachter

Senior Product Designer & Technologist

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