Website Review and Suggestions

**chnceg** · 08:31 AM

I just finished this and I'd like to get some feedback on the design and writing. Thanks!

http://getdesigned.comoj.com/

Edit: Ok! I gave feedback in three other threads, and I'm not just trying to advertise. I'd actually like someone to review this.

**Zycron** · 01-18-2009, 01:49 PM

I don't think the sidebar colors really complement the rest of the page, maybe if it was like a darker blue than the header and the lines were a little transparent it could blend better with the rest, maybe it's just me though.

**GordyMac** · 01-18-2009, 05:02 PM

Looks pretty good, but I agree.. the colors on the side bar probably not the best choice.. try something different there.. and I'm not big on how the text is laid out there in the write up.

**Tanti** · 01-19-2009, 06:35 AM

As for me your header is empty and the right block is aggressive

I'm not sure if I see what you wanted to show and I don't know the reason I can't attach the screen shot of your home page.

So I'll just let you know that I don't see any image in your header and the space between the top of your page any your menu buttons is really big

**InFn-0** · 01-19-2009, 11:40 AM

dont really like the stripes on the right... if you could drain the colours abit of the right side, it would look better in my opinion . it is kind of standing out when it should nt ...

**chnceg** · 08:03 PM

I had originally planned on using the right side for something more important, which is why I tried to make it stand out, but it was a last-minute change. I had to use TinyPic to upload the pictures because the free server doesn't allow you to upload PNG's, so if some of the pictures don't show up, that's why. That might have been your problem if the header seemed empty, Tanti.

Thanks for the feedback, everyone!

**hyperscott** · 01-19-2009, 09:13 PM

The stripes are bad and prob need to look at your colour use

**densil** · 01-20-2009, 09:22 AM

Design is great. You can rework on the color of the side bars. Just a suggestion.. Take it easy..

**derekw** · 01-29-2009, 04:39 AM

I think that relative to everything else going on that "home order portfolio contact" need to be more prominent in size. (however, if main logo is downsized a bit, they probably fit better)

And I'm not a huge fan of having to scroll south for important info -- while big n' bold design is nice, maybe downsize that logo a bit and let folks see that bold 100 dollar advertisement quicker. Heck, given its status as a big&bolded thing... I'm thinking you shouldn't have to scroll at all to find it.
(just the way my mind works)

Last but not least... big purple striped thing.

Probably a little too bold and distracting... however... the idea of something striped or graphically interesting over there might not be a bad idea if that's what your design "is about"... just something a bit more tame. Let the big focus be on what you're offering.

All that said, do dig the logo, and dig the color schemes other than the 'big purple thing'

**cansan** · 02-01-2009, 06:22 PM

Definitely agree on the purple. Completely distracts and pulls the eyes away from the main message.

**KaylaMae** · 02-03-2009, 02:06 PM

The right sidebar is a bit blinding, I agree with everyone else. The balance is a bit off too. You should remove the sidebar and center the whole thing.

Also, the main text should be aligned left or justified, since that's how our culture reads. It's just a usability thing.

**Sneakyheathen** · 02-03-2009, 03:37 PM

I'm going to be harsh, because that's how I roll. The whole thing is a mess of mixed elements, and there's no real hierarchy or structure to follow. The color scheme is ridiculous and the text needs to be left aligned, or, if your content can handle it, justified. The header, and by that extension the logo, is too big. There's not enough emphasis on your content. You can see that there are some interesting ideas behind the design, but the execution is poor.

Tips:
1) Clean up the structure
2) Pick a new color scheme, with fewer colors
3) Lose the bold patterns/textures unless you can effectively utilize them
4) Left align the text
5) Focus on the content. Especially your portfolio images.

**jusvie** · 06-08-2009, 11:12 PM

I think it isn't finish yet.. I cannot access on the portfolio , gallery or even the contact..