Best New Year Website Design for 2013
Here is what we thought was the best new year website design for 2013 introduced by GoDaddy.com. Have a look and share your thoughts in the comment section below.
GoDaddy.com is known for their creative website design and this is another example of elegant creativity from their in-house web designers.
loading…
Related Design Articles:
Top 10 Excuses to Get Cheap Design Work Rates
Interestingly, I have come across quite a few designers lately raving about money dispute with the clients on different community forums. Since, I thought this article might be useful for most of the inexperienced designers.
Here is a list of top 10 excuses made by clients to get cheap design work rates for their projects.
- Do this work for cheap and we’ll make it up in the next design project.
- We can not pay upfront, and will only release payment once you have delivered the final design.
- You will get massive publicity and a lot of work once you have done this design project for us, for free!
- After having a look at the rough design copy, this is what you get: “We are not sure if this is what we want, however let us discuss this within our team, partner, family, etc and we shall get back to you.”
- Project is little delayed because we do not have enough time at the moment. Keep our tab open and we will continue working on the design next month.
- Work contract? Don’t you trust us? I thought we were cool
- You can send us an invoice once the work is complete.
- We cannot do $x,xxx because our budget is only $xxx, firm!
- The last designer we had, was doing it for $xxx.
- We cannot pay you upfront because of some financial issues; however we will definitely make it up after you have delivered.
Please understand that the list of top 10 excuses wasn’t compiled to mock any firm or individual, however is published to bring novice designers into reality, and out of fantasy world so that they can stop losing money on offering cheap design work rates.
image source: unknown
loading…
Related Design Articles:
Designed & Made in Los Angeles Logo Revealed
The winning logo design of “Designed & Made in Los Angeles” was revealed by Antonio Villaraigosa, the Los Angeles Mayor for the garment hang tag logo competition. Mr. Mayor unveiled the creative design work at a press conference on October 15, 2011 at the Cooper Design Space downtown.
Youth Monument’s Colby Long was the designer behind the design of winning logo which actually illustrates a hand holding a sewing needle encircled by the words “Designed & Made in Los Angeles” with “&” sign shown as a piece of thread.
“The goal of the “Designed & Made in Los Angeles” project is to help this industry continue to grow, and with 10,000 fashion-related companies employing 100,000 people, our city has the tools to get you from pattern design to movie premiere” said Villaraigosa.
The winning logo is one of the 23 designs that qualified for the contest. It will be available to all the accessory and apparel designers located within the city limit of Los Angeles to use on clothing tags, designer labels, store banners and official websites. Interestingly, 19 local design firms and manufacturers have already committed to participate in the program.
Some of the popular and well known designer brands who have signed in to take part in the initiative are:
- American Apparel
- Youth Monument
- LoudLove Jewelry
- Popomomo Los Angeles
- Petro Zilla
- Again
- THVM Denim
- Cerre
- Dream Collective Jewelry
- Edith Palm
- Bohemian Society
- Lavuk
- Belle N. Matisse
- Mila Hermanovski
- Jenny Dayco
- Penelope and Coco
- Sires Eyewear
- 722 Figueroa Brands
- Axthelm Collection
The “Designed & Made in Los Angeles” logo project is aimed at promoting the local designers and brands among international market, which will in turn help create more employment and product export opportunities.
loading…
Related Design Articles:
Top 10 Forums for Web Designers & Developers
No Comments 
Posted under: Design Firms, Design Tutorials, Graphic Design, Website Design
You will find hundreds of knowledgeable forum communities online for web developers and designers, however not all are maintained with high standards. You should perform adequate due-diligence to find the right forum.
You should keep in mind that good quality and high standard forum should have characteristics of substantial user-base with 50%-70% of them being quite regular and active. One other aspect to evaluate is the quality of content available in the forum with effective management.
Here is a list of top 10 most popular forums available for web professionals like developers and designers:
Adobe Forums – The forums are quite effective and supported by the Adobe itself. There are quite a few interesting segments (like Print Design, Web Design, and Typography) on Adobe Forums that you should check out.
Designerstalk – The Designers Talk forum has a huge user-base of over 400,000 developers and designers. And, you can always find someone available for help.
Dev Shed Forums – You will find professionals from different areas and skills ranging from web programming to design, to databases and much more.
Digital Point Forums – Digital Point community is one of the oldest and well-known forums. You will find discussions ranging from search engine optimization, search engine marketing, and other web developer related issues that may also be of interest to professionals.
Graphic Design Forum – Graphic Design Forum is exclusively for graphic designer related discussions.
Kirupa Forums – These forums are for web designers and developers who actively want to participate in discussions with over user-base of 100,000 members.
SitePoint Forums – This is another largest community forum available for webmasters and related professionals and is also an eminent source to some of the authoritative ebooks and web tutorials.
WebDesignForums.net – You will find effective tips, tricks and tutorials on different web design aspects from fellow community members. An added bonus is of availability of web hosting, server setup and marketing segment.
Web Designer Forum – This is a mid-sized forum with an active and loyal design community.
WebmasterTalkForums – Here is another medium-size webmaster discussion forum focused on interests of web designers and developers.
Are you using any of the following online communities? Share your experience about these forums with us in the comments below.
loading…
Related Design Articles:
Top 10 Free eBooks for Designers and Developers
No Comments Posted under: Design Firms, Design Tutorials, Graphic Design, Website Design
If you are a web designer or a developer, and would like to learn more about designing, get your hands on one of these interesting eBooks available for download. Even though most of the books cost quite a bit in the market, you can get your hands on these top 10 creative eBooks absolutely free of cost.
Here is a list for your use:
- Getting Real – Free eBook for Web Developers
- Principles of Web Design – Free eBook for Web Designers
- HTML5 WTF? – Free eBook for Web Developers
- How To Be Creative – Free eBook for Web Designers
- Mobile Design & Development – Free eBook for Web Developers
- Design Your Imagination – Free eBook for Web Designers
- Bulletproof Web Design – Free eBook for Web Designers
- 20 Things I Learned About Browsers and the Web - Free eBook for Web Developers
- Type Classification – Free eBook for Web Designers
- Web Style Guide 3 – Free eBook for Web Developers
loading…
Related Design Articles:
Timberland’s Customized Shoes Charm
You may judge a person’s personality from the shoes he or she wears! Relative to this notion, while adding to the trend of fancy collections and plush habits, Timberland’s upgraded product design methods by introducing “design your own shoes” concept.
The designing is to be carried out on iMac computers in Malaysia’s Klang Valley stores. The fun part is you can customize shoes into any wild or sober design while manufacturers are ready to get them done for you. Available for both man and woman, boots and moccasin styles can be personally designed with the selected colors and patterns.
Your chosen design styles are sent to Timberland owned Dominican Republic factory in Santiago and, in a span of five weeks, a handmade one-of-its-kind pair is delivered at your doorstep. This satisfies the creative hunger of shoe lovers. “This concept caters to individuals who prefer to have an original design for their footwear instead of having the same one as others,” explains Timberland Malaysia marketing manager Cheryl Chang.
There are not only experiments with the hues, but customers may also choose from different materials, stitches, cuts and heels. You can evaluate the type, style and look of your footwear according to the attire, occasion or collection, which makes it much more attractive. The variety is spread over 23 elements, which exceeds the usual expectations affix to classic brown boat Timberlands shoes. All the aspects of shoe design from stitching, laces, midsole, outsole, footbed, monograms, thread color, heels length, buttons, clips and many other details are carefully offered to the shopper and best finishes are provided by the designers.
It’s a great option for tailored gifts and to append your own taste to your shoes right from the first stage of production. “It’s tremendously popular among youth, particularly as unique and personalized gift.
You can select 14-inch women’s high boots, to our classic two-eye boat shoe with rubber outsole and lightweight leather upper, and the three-eye hand-sewn shoe equipped with a tough rubber lug outsole and a padded collar” added Chang.
A treat to shoe fetish audience, price range from RM599 to RM899 has been decided. Stores with design-your-own facilities are in Suria KLCC; Lot 10, Bukit Bintang, KL; Pavilion Kuala Lumpur; and Sunway Pyramid and Empire Gallery in Selangor.
For more information visit www.mytimberland.com.my
loading…
Related Design Articles:
Creative Graphic & Web Designer from Bali; Ari Krzyzek
2 Comments Posted under: Design Firms, Designer Interviews, Graphic Design, Website Design
Ari Krzyzek, better known as “Chykalophia” is a popular graphic and web designer from Indonesia. Chykalophia Design is a firm operated by Ari and being setup as a full-time art studio in Glenview, Illinois.
We recently got a chance to speak with Ari on different design aspects and she was humble enough to share her thoughts and experience for readers of DesigningTips.com. Don’t forget to check out her design tips at the end of this interview.
Excerpt from Ari Krzyzek’s website:
Once upon a time, we had a dream to make a big impact in design industry. We’ve been through a lot of dialogues with small to medium business owners to accomplish their visions through our designs. Today, we’re proud to be a goal oriented design studio focusing on how to make you look great. Literally!
DesigningTips.com – Please tell us a little about yourself, where are you from and how you ended up being a designer?
Ari Krzyzek – Well I am from “island of thousand temples” Bali, Indonesia. After finishing my high school, my parents wanted me to apply for the scholarship in Tourism School of which, I think, I really didnt have any desire for. In the meanwhile TV advertisement and magazine attracted me (I refer to the Ads Artwork/Ads Design), just then I realized my wish to become a graphic designer. I applied to Art School where I got my Bachelor of Arts in Visual Communication Design. I’m currently setting up my design studio in Glenview, IL along with my husband…
DesigningTips.com – Is it necessary to go to a design school to become a good designer or is it enough to “attend the school of hard knocks”?
Ari Krzyzek – I wouldn’t say it’s necessary to attend design or art school though it gives you a lot of experience and perspective on working as an artist, improving your skill by learning and experiments. It also gives you an opportunity to build a network of designers you trust in case you need a support for a big project. But then I also know many designers who didn’t get a Bachelors or didn’t go to design school and are doing great on their own. It’s a matter of preference I think.
DesigningTips.com – What are the key elements for a good design? Is good design a function of creativity … of sound experience … or both?
Ari Krzyzek – If you would have asked me this question few years ago, my answer would have been creativity but design is not ONLY about that. Creativity is a big part of design but you really need to make sure you have the right solution incorporated with the right function. If you think of design as a simple thing, yeah sure….every designer can make creative business cards or flyers. But when you think of design as a solution and you (graphic designer) as a problem solver, it is more complex than just creativity. You see, a brand identity project is not just about creativity. You’ll need to find the right nuance to know how the design will approach their target market and more.
So, I guess to answer your question: the key element of good design is creative solution.
DesigningTips.com – What inspires you and your designs?
Ari Krzyzek – Ugh…. tough…. I don’t know… anything pretty I guess. It could be from the gradient color of trees during autumn, some fancy invitation sets, painted decorative tile or Bali beach view. To me, as long as it is captured by my “pretty sixth sense” I can start to work on some design.
DesigningTips.com – Is there any real difference between designing a brochure/pamphlet/logo, room in a home, or clothing for a beautiful woman?
Ari Krzyzek – In the early stage of process, it’s possible that there might be some differences. But even though it’s a different branch of design, I think the basic process: research, brainstorming-ideas, sketch, revisions and final design would be the same.
DesigningTips.com – How do you work on design projects? I mean, what design software, applications and design tools you use the most for your projects?
Ari Krzyzek – I use most of the Adobe Creative Suite but the most frequent ones are Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign and Dreamweaver.
DesigningTips.com – Are there ever times when design changes are radical?
Ari Krzyzek – Design is a learning process for both me and my clients. We attempt to minimize these types of changes by trying to understand each other’s mission for the project, understanding the branding and company. Although when it happens, both parties should understand why such changes are needed before proceeding to the next stage.
DesigningTips.com – Can you tell us about your design portfolio and clientele (people you have worked with & for)?
Ari Krzyzek – I’ve worked with clients around the globe. Most of my clients are from Bali, Singapore, Poland, UK, Australia, and of course the US. I’ve worked with Department of Defense contractors, exotic fashion lines, TV celebrities and a lot of other really fun people. I’m also working with high end restaurants, multi-million dollar start-ups and some very cool non-profits.
DesigningTips.com – Any design tips you would like to share with freshers who are just starting out in the design industry?
Ari Krzyzek – One thing: Never Give Up! Yeah, it’s true that there are thousands of graphic and web designers out in the market. But there’s only one “you”. So make yourself ready, shape up your artistic mind with creativity and roll! Good Luck!
Design Portfolio:
loading…
Related Design Articles:
Titanic 2: Revealing the Replica Design
Titanic 2 is a global venture and Clive Palmer, an Australian billionaire seem to have done justice to it. The first thought was, will this be able to fight the harsh water currents all over again? Unveiling the design and plans of Titanic 2 in New York, it is another step in creating the much awaited replica and repeating history. The idea and gesture seem to restore the fallen glory of the then popular expedition. “Since we announced our plan in April we’ve had a huge amount of interest, particularly from people wanting to know how they can secure a booking for the maiden voyage, along with commercial sponsors.” said Palmer.
Caroline, daughter of John F Kennedy, is helping Palmer to execute the plan with similar dimensions, design and details, measuring 270 meters long (885 feet), 53 meters high and weighing 40,000 tones. The Titanic 2 ship is designed to have 840 rooms spread over nine decks, resurfacing the same model with better mechanism.
Palmer is holding a dinner party on USS retired aircraft carrier for the final show, in December this year. The nostalgic part is that the dinner menu is going to be the same as the original Titanic, an attempt to improvise the same feel of the fateful day. The guest list includes New York Senator Ruth Hassell-Thompson, Jean Kennedy Smith, US president’s daughter along with Palmer; James Cameron, the director of epic movie “Titanic” is also invited for the gala event. With an immense interest shown already by people, Clive Palmer is planning to start the first voyage, from China in the year 2016.
“It will be a great opportunity for business community of the United States and indeed the world to see amazing progress that’s been made on our Titanic 2 project,” Palmer said. Titanic took away lives of more than 1500 passengers and staff way back in 1912, hit by a huge iceberg, shutting down exuberating architectural dream of Thomas Andrews, the principal architect of the original Titanic.
loading…
Related Design Articles:
Now Designed & Sold in the USA
The American Design Club has organized quite a few notable exhibitions since inception in the year 2008, to encourage the young product designers of the United States.
Stepping up, the American Design Club is going to sell sample products, like furniture, house-wares and jewelry, from different designers at their new website. Products to be sold on the web-store will be chosen by the head designer of the club, Kiel Mead and other four managing members. Kiel is a Brooklyn-based designer and as per him, everything that’s put on sale at the website should fit certain quality perimeters and artistic aspects.
So what exactly are these perimeters and aspects? Mr. Mead pointed out that products being offered on the website are handmade designer quality with Fort Standard’s exposed-tenon stools priced at $250, Ladies & Gentlemen Studios’ Superior Server utensils for $30 per and Reed Wilson’s doormat with a price tag of $50.
You can visit the American Design Club website at www.americandesignclubshop.com.
loading…
Related Design Articles:
Top 10 Website Designs for Clothing Stores
You will find hundreds and thousands of clothing store websites online from different brands selling wide-range of apparel’s. Every company is trying to woo their web-visitors somehow and turn them into customers, however lack one thing or other in displaying their products on the web-store.
With clear website structure and design, businesses will be able to guide potential customers to explore available clothing collection which will in turn increase the fashion product sales.
Here we have gathered top 10 creative website designs for your review to excel in the clothing stores sector:
loading…
Related Design Articles:
Welcome to DesigningTips.com
Site Rating
Average rating:
Popular Keywords
Popular Design Articles
- Richard Newland Quits as a Design Head of HSBC - 26,690 views
- Top 10 Facebook Timeline Cover Photos - 15,887 views
- Awesome Graphic Design Illustrations from Chow Hon Lam - 9,934 views
- Top 10 Designer & Creative Resumes - 4,656 views
- 5 Business Card Design Tips - 2,761 views
- Design of Royal Mail Yearbook 2011 by Magpie Studio - 2,761 views
- Find & Design New Fonts Here - 2,729 views
- Interview with a Fashion Accessory Designer; Smriti Sain - 2,696 views
- Beginners Guide to 10 Best CSS Books - 2,410 views
- Interview with Siah; a Logo Design Specialist from Southern Alberta - 2,304 views