Web Design Cumbria
The tagline of this site is "Making design and marketing an artform." This site makes a strong effort to grab your attention, I rather like the paint styling of the central image.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Asiance
A convincing site for a digital agency that specialises in asian markets. The use of imagery is good, and gives the casual visitor something to grab on to. I like the all-encompassing grid layout, it makes a bold statement about the design credentials of the agency.
Posted in Web Design → Corporate
QQ Desktop
A concept user interface for an Android phone, using contained circular icons. I particularly like the way the designer has chosen to use the borders to convey the idea behind each icon, rather than keep them all the same.
Posted in Interface → Android App
Bali Web Design
A stunning and effortlessly engaging site for a design agency that uses imagery and typography to great effect. I really like the simplicity of the layout, and the bold approach that's designed to grab your attention.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Open/Close
Here we have a strong design for a logo that uses symmetry very effectively. I particularly like the subtle colours and vague use of textures.
Posted in Branding → Logo
Think Wired
A strong and well structured portfolio site for a designer. The grid layout of previous work is a good way to show people your skills. I particularly like the clean lines and lack of superfluous design.
Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
Led Slider
A great little UI component that uses colour to add depth and interest to the design. The subtle details, such as the design of the slider button, help to make this work.
Posted in Interface → Element
Eye Scream Design
A solid site for a web design agency that makes good use of typography. The impact that the large example of recent work has can't be overstated, it certainly grabs your attention.
Posted in Web Design → Design
App Interface
A great example of an interface for an iPhone app. I love the use of icons and the simplicity of the design. The layout and consistency makes for an appealing experience.
Posted in Interface → iPhone App
Berg & Berg
Here we have some simply gorgeous business cards that would make a great impact on any prospective clients and contacts. I love the elongated shape and the quality of the print design.
Posted in Branding → Business Cards
Arte Pixel
A simple but effective site for a web design agency that makes an impact through its use of iconography. I like the use of dark and light background tones to highlight the body of the site.
Posted in Web Design → Design
Personal App Icon
A strong application icon that works as a front for a personal app. I like the restrained design, and consistent use of colour. The detail and use of shading helps to make add depth to the design.
Posted in Interface → iPhone App
Three Drops
An interesting branding exercise that gives several possible example of a 'drop' design. I particularly like the consistent ideas that come through and the coherence of the three designs.
Posted in Branding → Logo
Scope: Agency
Scope is an excellent theme for anyone in the creative industries. It has a great deal of scope for customisation and makes perfect use of imagery.
Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
UI Design Kit
A gorgeous example of minimal user interface design. I particularly like the consistent styling of the buttons. The UI looks good and is effortlessly functional.
Posted in Interface → Element
New College Durham
A strong logo designed as an attempt to rebrand New College Durham. I really like the geometric shapes and blue focused colour palette. The typeface used is clear and concise, effortlessly readable yet retaining a sense of character and class.
Posted in Branding → Logo
Ryan Hamrick
A simple but effective portfolio site for a designer that allows you to quickly get an idea of his style. The gallery is perhaps a little small, but it still works.
Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
Interface Menu
A great example of intriguing interface design that makes good use of colour to engage with users. I like the depth and presence of the buttons, they make a real statement.
Posted in Interface → Element
Sansquare
A great site for an award-winning design studio operating in sunny Los Angeles. I love the colour palette and coherent theme of the site. The bold use of images and striking typography make for a memorable experience.
Posted in Web Design → Portfolio
Simon Foster
A stunningly stark site for a freelance web designer based in London, who specialises in front-end design, HTML/CSS and web typography. I love the minimal approach to layout and design displayed here, the white space is striking!
Posted in Web Design → Portfolio