Web Design

My Favorite Websites

google.com
npr.org
candystand.com
maxpreps.com
youtube.com

My favorite website design would have to the design of npr.org. I like the cool, simple colors that are used. In addition, I like how  everything is organized according to content because this makes it really easy to find information.


Tips for Effective Webdesign
http://siarchives.si.edu/blog/five-tips-designing-preservable-websites

•  avoid using ready-made formatting
•  include a sitemap

http://websitehelpers.com/design/

•   don't include excessive pop-ups or animations
•    use contrasting colors or simple backgrounds to make your text easy to read

http://webdesign.about.com/od/webdesignbasics/tp/aa112497.htm

•    keep pages relatively short
•    annotate your links

http://www.sigmainfotech.com.au/articles/a-guide-to-mobile-web-design-tips-and-examples.html

•  use different patterns but don't overdo it

http://www.entheosweb.com/website_design/webdesign_tips.asp

• minimize the use of images
• leave white space

Good Website Designs

• http://espn.go.com/
• http://www.travelchannel.com/
• npr.org

Bad Website Designs

• http://www.sixtiespress.co.uk/
• http://georgerrmartin.com/