Questions from the first reading!!

Hi all,

Here's the questions I came up with from our reading assignment (from pages 1-22 in Principles of Beautiful Web Design Layout and Composition).

1. What are the two main standpoints from which most people determine whether a website design is "good" or "bad"?

2. Where should all main navigation items appear on a site's layout? (HINT: Think about the newspaper metaphor).

3. What rule is used to help designers create a well-balanced and proportional layout?


Answers:
1. There is a usability standpoint (focuses on functionality, effectiveness, and efficiency) and an aesthetic perspective (focuses on presentation, animation, and graphics).

2. Above the fold

3. The Rule of Thirds (aka: the grid)