42 dark design website examples

Dark-themed design portfolios create a gallery-like atmosphere that makes creative work pop. The dark background acts as a neutral frame, drawing attention to project imagery and colourful details. Popular with studios working in branding, digital product design, and creative direction.

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Dark design FAQs

Why do design studios choose dark themes?

Dark backgrounds make imagery stand out and create a focused, immersive browsing experience. They also signal a creative, premium positioning that appeals to design-savvy visitors.

What are the challenges of dark design portfolios?

Text readability requires careful colour choices — not all greys work well on dark backgrounds. Project images with dark elements can blend into the background without proper framing.

What are some standout dark design websites?

Notable examples include Diegovz, Cassia Freire, Our Life's Work ®, Websites of the Year and Griflan. These are just a few of the 42 dark design websites in this collection, each selected for strong visual design and execution.

What platforms are commonly used for dark design websites?

Popular platforms in this collection include Framer, Webflow, Nuxt and Next.js. Each brings different strengths for building dark design experiences.

What fonts are popular in dark design website design?

Frequently used typefaces include Inter, Neue Montreal, Helvetica® Now and Jetbrains Mono. Typography plays a key role in defining the dark aesthetic across these design websites.