Production-ready patterns, components, and layouts
These examples demonstrate real-world CSS patterns you can study and adapt for your own projects. Each example is self-contained with all CSS inline, making it easy to inspect, copy, and modify.
Unlike the tutorials which teach concepts step-by-step, these examples show complete implementations that combine multiple techniques into polished, production-ready code.
The classic three-column layout with header and footer. Implemented with modern CSS Grid for a clean, flexible solution.
IntermediateResponsive sidebar that collapses on mobile. Uses CSS Grid with auto-fit for automatic responsive behavior.
IntermediateFixed header and footer with scrolling content. Demonstrates position: sticky and flexbox for full-height layouts.
BeginnerAdmin dashboard layout with sidebar navigation, header, and content grid. Uses CSS Grid areas for complex layouts.
AdvancedPinterest-style masonry grid using CSS columns or Grid. Items flow naturally into available space.
IntermediateEditorial-style layout with featured articles, sidebars, and multi-column text. Uses Grid template areas.
AdvancedComplete landing page structure with hero, features, testimonials, and CTA sections. Full-page responsive layout.
IntermediateResponsive horizontal nav bar with hover effects, active states, and mobile-friendly behavior.
BeginnerCSS-only dropdown menu with smooth animations. Accessible and keyboard-navigable without JavaScript.
IntermediateHamburger menu with slide-in navigation. Uses checkbox hack for CSS-only toggle functionality.
IntermediateNavigation breadcrumb trail with separator styling. Uses flexbox and pseudo-elements for separators.
BeginnerTabbed interface using radio buttons for CSS-only tab switching. Accessible and semantic markup.
IntermediateComplete button system with variants, sizes, states, and icon support. Includes hover and focus effects.
BeginnerAccessible modal using the dialog element. Includes backdrop blur, animations, and proper focus management.
IntermediateCSS-only tooltips with arrow positioning. Supports multiple positions and smooth reveal animations.
IntermediateExpandable accordion using details/summary elements. Smooth height animations with CSS transitions.
BeginnerAnimated progress indicators with stripes, gradients, and indeterminate loading states.
BeginnerNotification badges, status indicators, and labels. Includes positioning for avatar and icon badges.
BeginnerAlert and notification components with icons, dismissible states, and semantic color variants.
BeginnerUser avatars with image, initials, and icon variants. Includes sizes, status badges, and group stacking.
BeginnerFull form layout with all input types, validation states, and accessible labels. Production-ready styling.
IntermediateExpandable search input with icon and clear button. Includes focus states and mobile-friendly sizing.
BeginneriOS-style toggle switches built with checkboxes. Smooth animations and accessible keyboard support.
IntermediateCustom-styled range input with track and thumb styling. Cross-browser compatible with CSS variables.
IntermediateResponsive pricing cards with featured tier, feature lists, and CTA buttons. Common SaaS pattern.
IntermediateQuote cards and testimonial layouts with avatars, ratings, and carousel-style presentation.
BeginnerVertical timeline for events, history, or process steps. Uses pseudo-elements for the connecting line.
IntermediateResponsive image grid with lightbox-style hover effects. Uses object-fit for consistent sizing.
IntermediateUser profile card with avatar, bio, stats, and social links. Complete component pattern.
BeginnerFull-width hero with headline, subheadline, CTA buttons, and background image or gradient.
BeginnerFeature showcase section with icons, titles, and descriptions. Responsive grid layout.
BeginnerCall-to-action banner with heading, description, and prominent action buttons.
BeginnerMulti-column footer with links, social icons, newsletter signup, and copyright. Responsive layout.
IntermediateAnimated statistics display with large numbers and labels. Common pattern for landing pages.
BeginnerComplete dark mode implementation with CSS custom properties and prefers-color-scheme media query.
IntermediateContent placeholder with shimmer animation. Better UX than spinners for content-heavy pages.
IntermediateCollection of creative hover effects for images, cards, and buttons. Uses transforms and transitions.
IntermediateFrosted glass effect using backdrop-filter. Popular modern UI design trend with blur and transparency.
IntermediateSoft UI design with subtle shadows creating extruded and inset effects. Modern skeuomorphic style.
IntermediateCSS-only parallax scrolling effects using perspective and transforms. No JavaScript required.
AdvancedCreative text styling with gradients, shadows, strokes, and animations. Typography enhancements.
IntermediateCollection of CSS loading indicators: spinners, dots, bars, and creative animations.
BeginnerFade-in, slide-in, and scale animations for page load. Staggered timing for visual interest.
IntermediateSubtle animations for buttons, inputs, and UI feedback. Enhances perceived responsiveness.
IntermediateElements animate into view on scroll using scroll-driven animations or intersection observer.
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