This article breaks down eight core visual design principles—contrast, hierarchy, alignment, proximity, repetition, balance, white space, and unity—and shows how to apply them when using AI to build apps. It uses before-and-after examples to illustrate how guided feedback can turn generic AI outputs into polished, cohesive interfaces.

The article outlines five steps to turn AI-generated dashboards from eye candy into actionable tools. It covers defining clear questions, matching chart types to those questions, intentional design (colors, layout, context), narrative flow, and thoughtful interactivity. It also shares prompt examples and tips to enforce these rules in any AI charting tool.