Fire Task
A simple coming soon page for a new GTD Mac application. The simplicity here is perfect for the intentions of the page. The developers just want to give you a sneak peak so they avoid distracting you with lots of copy or feature explanations, just a single screenshot set against a dark background.
Posted in Web Design → Software
Blake Allen Design
This is the online portfolio of web designer Blake Allen. This site design is all about one thing: typography. It is the primary, and nearly the only, design element on the home page. The simple, Helvetica-centric page uses high contrast black and white content and varying font sizes to distinguish content into a clear visual hierarchy.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Monk Design
The design portfolio of Patrick Monkel. This is a very minimalist display of artwork that is anything but. The simple design of the portfolio page really showcases the complexity of the artwork shown.
Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
Anderbose
Anderbose is the personal portfolio of Brad Haynes. I love the dark theme, lighting effects, and clean grid layout displayed here. The node-based content works really well in this context.
Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
Panic Inc
The high contrast background and big beautiful truck icon make for some excellent eye candy. There are also a lot of subtleties in this design that really finish it off well.
Posted in Web Design → Software
Tobias Bjerrome Ahlin
The portfolio site of Tobias Ahlin, a web, print and icon designer. Aside from the beautiful work on display, I love the gray and black color palette and the dynamically reshuffling gallery.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Hardboiled Web Design
A new book from the author of "Five Simple Steps." This site features a nice spotlight effect on a dark wood background. The color choices on the large text are particularly nice.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Great Bible Tales
This is the "coming soon" page for a new site for reading Bible stories. The black site really emphasizes the drama of the background image and makes for great contrast on the white to gray text.
Posted in Web Design → Misc
Snow Reports
Another gorgeous iPhone application site, Snow Reports is a little heavy on the reflections, but executes type well and follows a solid colours scheme. A good example of simple design that serves its purpose well, with graphics that are completely suitable for the use of the application.
Posted in Web Design → Software
Many Faces of Alan Rickman
There's a lot to love about this carefully crafted website from the talented folks at Paravel. From the delightful illustration, through to the carefully crafted copy, it's a real joy to browse through. Whether or not you're familiar with the work of Alan Rickman, I'd urge you to click through to find out how wonderful a small, personal project can be. I'm thoroughly looking forward to the other names waiting to be added to this lineup of small promotional sites!
Posted in Web Design → Misc
The Pineapple Thief
A lovingly crafted site with a huge background image, and some really interesting navigation. The typography used in headings and the navigation bar works really well, and adds flair to the design. My only complaint would be that the text used in the main body areas is a little difficult to read. Other than that, a great example of creative background usage.
Posted in Web Design → Music
