A digital calculator interface styled with the neumorphic design aesthetic presents a soft, extruded appearance. This style employs subtle shadows and highlights to create the illusion of buttons and display elements being either raised from or recessed into the background, simulating a tactile, almost physical interaction. An example would be a calculator app where the number keys appear slightly raised with inner shadows, giving them a gentle, push-button effect.
This approach to interface design aims to bridge the gap between skeuomorphism (imitating real-world objects) and flat design. It offers a fresh perspective on user interaction by providing visual cues for affordance and enhancing the overall user experience. While relatively recent, it builds on established design principles of using light and shadow to convey depth and dimension, principles seen in various forms throughout the history of graphic design and even architecture.
