With each New Year the power of technology increases and with the reliance so many people place on the internet, there’s never been a better time to ensure your business has a growing online presence.Not only can websites do more with each passing year, but they are relied upon by more people for more functions,…
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With smartphone browsing becoming increasingly commonplace, if not ubiquitous, it’s more important than ever to aim for your site to be mobile-compatible – or possibly even adaptable on multiple devices, from desktop computers and laptops, to smartphones and tablets. There are two major approaches for a mobile-optimised Website: getting a mobile site version or opting…
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A good website doesn’t have to cost you thousands of dollars, but it shouldn’t be dirt cheap either. Value is the name of the game. Your website, like the other purchases in your life, needs to be good value for money. Here are some tips to help you avoid paying too much for your website…
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It’s hard to stand out from the crowd, especially as a small business. In a hyper-digital age where businesses feel obliged to be present around the clock in at least three different online spaces just to keep up with competition, highlighting the uniqueness of your business can seem like a near-impossible feat. We’ve made that…
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Your website might look amazing and be at the cutting edge of modern design, but is it actually usable?The basic conventions of website usability relate to the ease and fluidity with which visitors are able to search and browse your site.Basic usability means that users are able to meet their objectives speedily, and that information…
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It’s Not 1998 Anymore. Yeah, this probably sounds harsh, but when it comes to keeping up with business Website Design, we can be a bit stern. “Does my business really need a website?” is a question that should be followed swiftly by another question: “Can you really afford not to have one?” In 2016, it’s…
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What makes a great layout for a website or online store?An effective layout is accessible, easy to navigate, and intuitive. It is organised logically and seamlessly. It is visually appealing and immediately captivates the eye of the visitor.An elegantly designed, user-friendly layout makes getting around as simple and straight-forward as possible for the visitor. Working…
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No-one wants to talk to a robot, or enjoys exploring a space that feels sterile, cold and impersonal. While some elements of web design are geared towards making your Website readable for robots – SEO (“Search Engine Optimisation”), Googlebots – a human element should always be at the forefront of your site. At its core,…
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We could write a book on colour theory – and if you go searching, you will certainly find one. The research behind colour theory goes back to classical art history – master painters have long understood the power of colourisation. While the art of colour in web design is relatively new, it is underpinned by…
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It can be tempting to hire a freelancer to design and develop your website. For one thing, they can be far cheaper than most web development companies, and some of them are quite talented. Sounds pretty good, right? And pretty fail-proof, too, no? Talented and cheap! Unfortunately, good web development requires a veritable village, and…
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