Web Designer Wall posts engaging and stimulating information for web designers including several collections of web sites that Nick La finds appealing. I especially like his collection of Large Background Web Sites. Instead of your page floating on a solid color or pattern, the contents is integrated with an oversize photo or illustration. For example:
Very impressive. The image quality is outstanding. However, I would think twice before choosing this design approach and here are my reasons.
Web Site or Billboard
The visual impact of a large background web site is undeniable. But are you reminded of something you’ve seen before? I am. I’m reminded of billboards and magazine spreads: seductive images and catchy tag lines, but not much useful information. In other words, advertising.
Message
The images on a web site should be more than pretty pictures. Images should relate to the purpose of the web site. I chose two non-english web sites with large background design. I really do have to rely on the images to understand what’s going on. Let’s see what happens.
What is it?
Construction company? Aerialists? Gay men’s chorus? Beats me.
What is it?
Witty and unusual. I guess he’s a graphic designer because of the animations. The plant throws me a bit – is he in horticulture?
Web Designer Depot posts some of the challenges of creating a large background web site. If you’re considering this approach, read up so you’ll be knowledgeable about how time + effort = cost.
Analysis by Smart Alice Web Design.
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