This is an introduction to reusable CSS solutions for commonly occurring design problems. Learn to recognize the patterns that make professional websites work, including concepts like the “Double Container Pattern” and systematic approaches to columns and layout.

CSS Design Patterns Covered

• Panel Pattern - Full-width containers with centered content
• Double Container Pattern - Nested containers for flexible layouts
• Alternating Color Pattern - Visual rhythm through systematic color changes
• Hero with Vignette - Background images with text overlay solutions
• Lobotomized Owl (* + *) - Smart spacing without extra margins
• Robust Tabs - Content-driven height instead of fixed dimensions
• Negative Margin Pattern - Flush grid edges with internal spacing
• Media Object Pattern - Image and content alignment solutions
• Masonry Layout - Grouped content with visual hierarchy
• Column Systems - Flexible grid layouts that work across devices