Visual Hierarchy & Refactoring UI Overview Visual hierarchy is the principle that design is a function of size, weight, and contrast —not color. When done right, users instantly understand what's important and where to look next. This skill teaches you to establish clear hierarchy through systematic visual decisions. Core Principle: The Rule of Excessive Whitespace The most common mistake in interface design is density . When interfaces feel cluttered, the instinct is to shrink text. This is wrong. The Solution: Start with too much space. When you have breathing room, users can scan the inter…