For a long time, “accessibility” in design meant checking color contrast ratios and adding alt text. Important? Absolutely. Sufficient? Not anymore. The defining trend of 2026 is Neuro-Inclusive Design—building digital spaces that respect how different brains work.
I’ve seen too many flashy websites that are a sensory nightmare for users with ADHD, autism, or dyslexia. Autoplay videos, moving text tickers, and cluttered navigation aren’t just annoying; they are barriers to entry. 2026 is about “Calm Tech.” We are seeing a return to brutalist simplicity, not because it looks cool, but because it reduces cognitive load.
Top apps are now shipping with a toggleable “Focus Mode” that strips away decorative elements. If you run a content-heavy site, this is your goldmine. It keeps users reading longer because they aren’t fighting your design to find the information.
Cleaner designs often lead to higher CTR (Click-Through Rates) on ads because the ads aren’t competing with a chaotic background. Give your content room to breathe, and your revenue will likely follow.