Most important part of your Design?

[Michael]

Hey guys,

What do you think the most important part of your design is? Such as Images, Colours, Fonts, Style, Shapes.


Michael

[JCunningham]

You didnt list it, but I think useablility is most important, I just dont bother with website I cannot understand or use, and think alot of people on the internet do that too.

[Guybrush]

I think you need to find a balance of all those elements. Too much of anything (whether its color, images, etc) can be bad. Usability is ofcourse an important aspect and should not be neglected. It also depends on the topic or type of website, and the target user audience.

[gdpwatson]

JCunningham wins!!

Easily the most important part of any design is usability! Of course to make your site usable you need to consider all of the things that you mentioned Michael! For example a white page with light grey text is a no-no!

You need to factor both usability and accessibility into your design even though these things really come into play during the development phase of the HTML build. However there are many things that need to be considered during the design phase that will help during the development phase (does that even make sense??).

So yeah, for me when it comes to design the most important thing is that the design leads to an accessible and usable website! Although i'd argue that if you make your site accessible that it will be, by default, usable!

[Leaky]

usability and a combination of everything that you stated michael. Everything is equally important.

[Blinky]

I think images are really important but too much of anything can kill a good design just like Guybrush said.

[teenceo]

For me it has to be appeal. People appeal is key. An image has to not only apply to my target market but more importantly those not in my market.

[phphantom]

I belive colours talk

Black

Black is the color of authority and power. It is popular in fashion because it makes people appear thinner. It is also stylish and timeless. Black also implies submission. Priests wear black to signify submission to God. Some fashion experts say a woman wearing black implies submission to men. Black outfits can also be overpowering, or make the wearer seem aloof or evil. Villains, such as Dracula, often wear black.
White

Brides wear white to symbolize innocence and purity. White reflects light and is considered a summer color. White is popular in decorating and in fashion because it is light, neutral, and goes with everything. However, white shows dirt and is therefore more difficult to keep clean than other colors. Doctors and nurses wear white to imply sterility.
Red

The most emotionally intense color, red stimulates a faster heartbeat and breathing. It is also the color of love. Red clothing gets noticed and makes the wearer appear heavier. Since it is an extreme color, red clothing might not help people in negotiations or confrontations. Red cars are popular targets for thieves. In decorating, red is usually used as an accent. Decorators say that red furniture should be perfect since it will attract attention.

The most romantic color, pink, is more tranquilizing. Sports teams sometimes paint the locker rooms used by opposing teams bright pink so their opponents will lose energy.
Blue

The color of the sky and the ocean, blue is one of the most popular colors. It causes the opposite reaction as red. Peaceful, tranquil blue causes the body to produce calming chemicals, so it is often used in bedrooms. Blue can also be cold and depressing. Fashion consultants recommend wearing blue to job interviews because it symbolizes loyalty. People are more productive in blue rooms. Studies show weightlifters are able to handle heavier weights in blue gyms.
Green

Currently the most popular decorating color, green symbolizes nature. It is the easiest color on the eye and can improve vision. It is a calming, refreshing color. People waiting to appear on TV sit in "green rooms" to relax. Hospitals often use green because it relaxes patients. Brides in the Middle Ages wore green to symbolize fertility. Dark green is masculine, conservative, and implies wealth. However, seamstresses often refuse to use green thread on the eve of a fashion show for fear it will bring bad luck.
Yellow

Cheerful sunny yellow is an attention getter. While it is considered an optimistic color, people lose their tempers more often in yellow rooms, and babies will cry more. It is the most difficult color for the eye to take in, so it can be overpowering if overused. Yellow enhances concentration, hence its use for legal pads. It also speeds metabolism.
Purple

The color of royalty, purple connotes luxury, wealth, and sophistication. It is also feminine and romantic. However, because it is rare in nature, purple can appear artificial.
Brown

Solid, reliable brown is the color of earth and is abundant in nature. Light brown implies genuineness while dark brown is similar to wood or leather. Brown can also be sad and wistful. Men are more apt to say brown is one of their favorite colors.

what do you think ???

[abyss00]

All of this are really important because it's the appeal of your site.. But if you decorate it too much, maybe it may affect the loading of your site... I think the most important is the content of your site...