Miguel Medeiros » Inspiration

Kinetic Typography Channel

Miguel — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:20:33 +0000

his Channel is dedicated to Motion/Kinetic Typography. Also know as Kinetic typography — the technical name for “moving text”—is an animation technique mixing motion and text. This text is presented over time in a manner intended to convey or evoke a particular idea or emotion.

Source: Kinetic Typography Channel

35 Excellent Ecommerce User Interface Designs

Miguel — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:03:23 +0000

While user experience is important on all types of websites, it is especially critical for ecommerce websites where visitors will be making purchases. A poor user experience will result in visitors having difficulty finding what they want, frustration during shopping, and many lost sales.

Source: Vandelay Design

50 Beautiful and Creative Blog Designs

Miguel — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 10:27:27 +0000

The most recent collection of creative blog designs was featured here on Smashing Magazine back in July. Only three months have passed and we’ve got a new dose of inspiration for you. Beautiful and sophisticated designs are constantly appearing on the Web; creative activity is in non-stop mode, despite global economic shocks and unfortunate events; and this is surely a positive sign. (…) The variety of styles represented in this collection is considerable, so everyone will be able to find a tasty piece of inspiration for their own creative aspirations. Notice that every screenshot is clickable and leads to the website itself.

Source: Smashing Magazine

Dinâmic Portfolio

Miguel — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:27:26 +0000

Wonderwall

Is a interior design firm established by Masmichi Katayama. Its portfolio includes commercial spaces such as retail spaces, restaurant and bars, as well as office showrooms and building complexes that are distinctly unique in design and yet attentive to function.

75 Creative And Unique Business Card Designs For Your Inspiration

Miguel — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:18:23 +0000

When it comes to promoting your business offline, having a unique business card design will definitely helps you. Business card speaks for your brand, and creative business card will help you gain a better impression from your potential clients.

Source: Web Design Booth

Showcase of Web Design in Russia

Miguel — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 10:03:12 +0000

The land mass that is one-sixth of the Earth is always surprising. As the founder of one of design-related magazines in Russia (Designcollector.net), I am happy to present the hidden force that is Russia. I won’t dwell on the classic stereotypes but will rather look at the creativity flowing through.

Source: Smashing Magazine

10 Major Technology Sites Then and Now

Miguel — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 08:28:03 +0000

The differences are truly mind boggling and I think the changes have def been for the better. It just makes me wonder what websites will look like in another 7 or 8 years and how technology will enhance the web experience.

Source: YouTheDesigner

How to Create an Organic Web Design

Miguel — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:02:05 +0000

Organic design is commonly applied to products such as chairs, electronic equipment, books and home décor. Following the same principles, organic web design has recently emerged as a trend. Professional designers and companies have taken a more natural approach to creating their websites, logos and packaging, leaving behind the overtly technological sheen of the early 2000s.

Source: Webdesigner Depot

Human Interface

Miguel — Tue, 26 May 2009 10:01:12 +0000

A project from Multitouch-Barcelona. Provoking and very creatively done.

Stunning Polar Panorama Photos

Miguel — Mon, 04 May 2009 17:56:45 +0000

They are not as hard to create as they looked. In this article, we attempt to show you how some of the nicest Polar Panorama photos we’ve found, together with Photoshop tutorials to that help you to create them. Full list after jump.

Source: Hongkiat