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I plan on redesigning my website. I can get really started in a week, when
I've handed in the last of three January exam papers, but so far I've worked
on a mock-up of how I'd like it to look.
Image of old design: http://runevision.com/temp/design_old.png
Mock-up of new design: http://runevision.com/temp/design_sketch.png
The old design was made six years ago and basically was targeted at fellow
hobbyists exclusively. Now, I'd like to expand the targeted audience with a
new group: People from the game industry who might drop by my site. (I'm
heading for a career in the game industry.) So I'd like to make them easily
find out about my skills and also impress with a slick, professional looking
site, that leaves a good impression and maybe even is memorable. Of course
it should be just as accessible as before for the hobbyists at the same
time...
The results of my thoughts are above. What do you think?
The new site has a lot more focus on me as a person. The reason is to make
it perfectly clear that there's just one person behind all the content on
the site and also to better link the site with the person. I hope it doesn't
come across as too narcissistic or self-centered in a bad way.
I also tried something new with the colors. Normally deep blue and aqua
would have been my first choice for a color scheme, signaling reliability,
depth, and sophistication. However, I was going for something more fresh and
slightly daring. I went with green (organic, new beginnings and growth) and
a little orange (flamboyant and energetic) and in combination, the colors
are also slightly sporty. Enclosing these wild colors in smooth, glassy
boxes hopefully creates a somewhat unique look. I could go out on a limb
analyzing my own design and say that it signals that I have an ability to
take raw creativity and work it into clean and tidy designs...?
Hehe, anyway, let me know what thoughts it provokes in you. :)
Rune
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http://runevision.com
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> I plan on redesigning my website. I can get really started in a week, when
> I've handed in the last of three January exam papers, but so far I've
> worked on a mock-up of how I'd like it to look.
>
> Image of old design: http://runevision.com/temp/design_old.png
> Mock-up of new design: http://runevision.com/temp/design_sketch.png
I think the new one looks very nice :-) Definitely makes me want to stay a
while and look around. Feels a lot more personal now.
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On Wed, 16 Jan 2008 20:10:11 +0100, "Rune" <aut### [at] runevision com> wrote:
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>The results of my thoughts are above. What do you think?
I prefer the lighter feel of your new design it looks simple. Obviously from
your description you put a lot of thought into it and it shows.
Regards
Stephen
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> Hehe, anyway, let me know what thoughts it provokes in you. :)
I never liked the old version that much. With all the black, large areas
of flat grey, and simple angular lines, it feels like you've stumbled
back into the dark ages of the CLI.
The new version uses lots of light colours, so it doesn't feel like your
wondering around in a dark room any more. It has much more space and
openness to it. In all, it seems a lot more inviting.
I'm not too keen on the flat blue background. I'd probably add a slight
texturing to it, just to add a little interest. I realise you're
probably aiming for a "clean, uncluttered" look, but to me it seems a
little empty.
I'm also not too keen on the particular shade of green you've chosen.
I'd have probably chosen a brighter, more saturated colour, or a darker
"emerald" green. I'm generally not keen on yellow-greens. Maybe it's
just me. But hey, you asked my personal opinion! ;-)
I think the orange and yellow colours you've used work quite nicely with
the green.
Personally, I dislike sans serif typefaces. But apparently nobody else
does, so...
The logo of your head looks like it could use a bit more antialias. It
looks kinda grainy at the moment, while the rest of the page is
deliciously smooth and crisp.
PS. Is your neck really that long?
PPS. I really suck at designing things to make them look good... :-(
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And lo on Wed, 16 Jan 2008 19:10:11 -0000, Rune <aut### [at] runevisioncom>
did spake, saying:
> The results of my thoughts are above. What do you think?
Very nice, simple and stylish with a nice flair to it.
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Phil Cook
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"Invisible" wrote:
> I never liked the old version that much. With all the black, large areas
> of flat grey, and simple angular lines, it feels like you've stumbled back
> into the dark ages of the CLI.
I liked it back when I made it, but yeah, I've gotten tired of it now.
> The new version uses lots of light colours, so it doesn't feel like your
> wondering around in a dark room any more. It has much more space and
> openness to it. In all, it seems a lot more inviting.
:)
> I'm not too keen on the flat blue background. I'd probably add a slight
> texturing to it, just to add a little interest. I realise you're probably
> aiming for a "clean, uncluttered" look, but to me it seems a little empty.
Sure, it's worth considering. I'll try various things out and see what I
prefer.
> I'm also not too keen on the particular shade of green you've chosen. I'd
> have probably chosen a brighter, more saturated colour, or a darker
> "emerald" green. I'm generally not keen on yellow-greens. Maybe it's just
> me. But hey, you asked my personal opinion! ;-)
Yeah, I did. :) I don't think I'll change that green though.
> I think the orange and yellow colours you've used work quite nicely with
> the green.
:)
> Personally, I dislike sans serif typefaces. But apparently nobody else
> does, so...
I like sans serif, but besides that, research show that serif typefaces are
easier to read in print and sans serif are easier to read on the screen, so
they're mostly used that way.
> The logo of your head looks like it could use a bit more antialias. It
> looks kinda grainy at the moment, while the rest of the page is
> deliciously smooth and crisp.
Yeah, that part is still mock-up.
> PS. Is your neck really that long?
Apparently - the "drawing" is in fact a manipulation of a real photo.
> PPS. I really suck at designing things to make them look good... :-(
Have you tried? It takes exercise... :)
Rune
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"scott" wrote:
> I think the new one looks very nice :-) Definitely makes me want to stay
> a while and look around. Feels a lot more personal now.
Great! Thanks. :)
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"Stephen" wrote:
> I prefer the lighter feel of your new design it looks simple. Obviously
> from
> your description you put a lot of thought into it and it shows.
Thank you! I'll proceed with it then. :)
Rune
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"Phil Cook" wrote:
> Very nice, simple and stylish with a nice flair to it.
Thanks. :)
Rune
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On Thu, 17 Jan 2008 13:44:45 +0100, "Rune" <aut### [at] runevisioncom> wrote:
>"Stephen" wrote:
>> I prefer the lighter feel of your new design it looks simple. Obviously
>> from
>> your description you put a lot of thought into it and it shows.
>
>Thank you! I'll proceed with it then. :)
>
>Rune
You have my permission :)
Regards
Stephen
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