flat interface

[/flæt ˈɪntərfeɪs/]
nounpl: flat interfaces
interface plana
1. A minimalist design approach to user interfaces that emphasizes simple, two-dimensional elements without three-dimensional effects such as shadows, gradients, or textures
The new smartphone features a flat interface with clean lines and bold typography.
O novo smartphone possui uma interface plana com linhas limpas e tipografia em negrito.
2. A user interface style that prioritizes clarity and usability by removing decorative elements and focusing on content and functionality
Apple's iOS 7 introduced a flat interface design that became the industry standard.
O iOS 7 da Apple introduziu um design de interface plana que se tornou o padrão da indústria.
Flat interface design became a major design movement in the 2010s, particularly after Apple's iOS 7 redesign and Microsoft's Windows 8. In Brazil, this terminology is widely adopted in the tech and creative industries. The trend represents a shift away from skeuomorphic design (mimicking real-world objects) toward a more modern, digital-native aesthetic that emphasizes clarity and accessibility.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
flat designminimalist interfacesimple interfaceclean design
Antonyms / Antônimos
skeuomorphic interface3D interfaceornamental interfacetextured interface

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
interface plana
Standard term used in design and technology contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
interface plana
Common in tech industry and design studios
Portugal
interface plana
Same terminology used in Portuguese tech communities
USA
flat interface/flat design
Popularized by Apple and Microsoft in the early 2010s

Related Words

user interface (UI)user experience (UX)minimalismdesign philosophyskeuomorphismmaterial design

Related Idioms & Phrases

less is more (philosophy behind flat design)
form follows function
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