'''UI:s can usually be made prettier (which usually just means "reflecting current design trends") while still retaining their functionality (even if it require

'''UI:s can usually be made prettier (which usually just means "reflecting current design trends") while still retaining their functionality (even if it requires a complete rewrite behind the scenes).''' Unfortunately, the one evaluating whether is looks prettier or is more usable often has career or financial goals driving the changes rather than users true interests. How many easily readable sites have changed to "prettier" fonts and light colored text on white backgrounds in the last 15 years?