$100 site design contest (no coding needed)

Discussion in 'Design Contests' started by kadesmith, May 12, 2009.

  1. #1
    This is an outdoor web site for users to share locations of places to participate in outdoor sports such as caving, hiking, camping, etc. Existing site can be found at http://www.backcountrysecrets.com

    I need to update the layout of my site to take advantage of a wider screen format and just bring the overall look of the site up to date. I only need the site designed, not coded. Payment will be $100 PayPal. Final product needs to be delivered as .PSD with all layers intact. PM designs are welcome…but I prefer posts in forum.

    Contest will run a minimum of 5 days. (Close no sooner than 18 May 2009)

    I want the site to utilize the space of a 1024 resolution monitor.

    I need to have space for ads, as that is the only revenue (as measly as it is) for the site.

    Font for “SHhhh” can be downloaded from: http://www.backcountrysecrets.com/newDesign/GOODDP__.TTF

    Logo for the site is the layer called “CompleteLogo” and the PSD file can be downloaded from: http://www.backcountrysecrets.com/newDesign/backcountrylogo.psd

    I will supply feedback for each entry.
     
    kadesmith, May 12, 2009 IP
  2. jnjnnino

    jnjnnino Well-Known Member

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    #2
    i will give this a try... =)
     
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    debitcredit Peon

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  4. kadesmith

    kadesmith Peon

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    #4
    The background is a little busy and the site just doesn't have the right flow to it. Thanks for the entry.
     
    kadesmith, May 12, 2009 IP
  5. kadesmith

    kadesmith Peon

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    #5
    DebitCredit: One other thing, I'm trying to use up more of the screen. This design is only 800 wide.
     
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    debitcredit Peon

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    #6
    ow ok.. hehe... sorry for that... i'll try to make a more professional template... soon.. :) hope i can make it... :) designing a template is a one of my weakest part XD hehehe but i can code well... anyway... i'll try o make one... and btw, do u have a site that u want or a site where i can get an idea of what u want?
     
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  7. x8smile

    x8smile Well-Known Member

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    #7
    I'm not a coder so may be I'll try this contest ^^", just design a layout ! In today evening I'll show you my work, now I have to go to school !
     
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  8. x8smile

    x8smile Well-Known Member

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    #8
    hi,

    here is my work,hope you like it ^^"

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    .: Info :.

    - Size: 1024 x 764
    - Add login menu in the main page.
    - Add 3 spot for Ads with 2 diffenrent size.
    - Used some free icons on the internet.

    http://upload.x8smile.net/image-209D_4A0BC14C.jpg
    Code (markup):
    feedback appreciated !

    Regard,
     
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  9. RaduTRIFAN

    RaduTRIFAN Active Member

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    #9
    Here is my idea for the site:

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    Very eager to know what do you think about it.

    The header seems to give the whole color aspect of the design, but it's still bringing the content before your eyes.
     
    RaduTRIFAN, May 14, 2009 IP
  10. kadesmith

    kadesmith Peon

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    #10
    x8smile: The actual content of the website needs to take up the full 1024.

    RaduTRIFAN: You are more on the right track. I don't like how the logo blends in so much to the background on the header. The overall layout of your idea is a good one, but it feels kind of boring. Overall I really like the header section, but the content section is lacking. (Not a big deal, but "Contact Us" is spelled wrong)
     
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  11. x8smile

    x8smile Well-Known Member

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    Thanks for your comment, I'll fix the layout and show you in the evening :)
     
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  12. kadesmith

    kadesmith Peon

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    Radu: After looking at your design some more one of the things I think I don't like is the bars are too tall.
     
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  13. RaduTRIFAN

    RaduTRIFAN Active Member

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    #13
    Here come three more designs
    this one has the content section modified:

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    And these ones have different color schemes:

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    Hope these ones are closer and more efficient for your site.

    Will expect your reply on these. Thanks!
     
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    destudio84 Well-Known Member

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    #14
    Hello,

    Here's my entry. Waiting for your feedback

    [​IMG]
     
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  15. kadesmith

    kadesmith Peon

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    #15
    Radu: Those are looking much better. Thanks for the alternates. I like the first of the three new ones the most.

    destudio84: The header just isn't working. Wrong kind of bicycle. The content section just feels like a go between of the existing site and Radu's design.
     
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  16. RaduTRIFAN

    RaduTRIFAN Active Member

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    Thanks for that. If you feel there is anything that can be improved regarding the design, like colors, sections, or anything, just let me know.
     
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  17. kadesmith

    kadesmith Peon

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    Radu: One thing you could try is a different color on the link bar. Something to distinguish it just a bit from the top header.
     
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  18. RaduTRIFAN

    RaduTRIFAN Active Member

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    #18
    [​IMG]

    Here it is - made the menu stand out more plus applied some effects to other content elements - took out the strokes from the content boxes to make them more focused on the content and not on the boxes decoration and made a foreground light orange contour in order to make the design look more integer.

    Thanks.

    RT Design Studio.
     
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  19. RaZzYeL

    RaZzYeL Well-Known Member

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    #19
    Please someone tell me how can i put a image here with a template or a html page.

    Tank you !!
     
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  20. RaZzYeL

    RaZzYeL Well-Known Member

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    [​IMG]

    Check it out!
     
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