Surfaces and Signals

Every interface speaks — not through words, but through movement and timing. A surface that slides, pulses, or fades carries intent. Motion, when honest, is a form of language.

A button that lingers communicates hesitation. A subtle ease-out suggests confidence. Even micro-interactions define tone: soft acceleration feels kind; sharp response feels assertive.

Feedback, then, is not decoration. It’s dialogue. It reassures the user that the system understands them — that their action had weight and consequence.

Designers must tune interfaces like instruments — not too silent, not too loud. The goal is to create surfaces that respond, not react.