Design tips for web site development

There is a lot or research and responsibility in keeping up with the technology and trends for development in various technologies. You have to please the demands of the client, yet comply with the changes of algorithms, mobile devices, and social requirements and developments. Just several years ago, social media was not a required part of a site or marketing plans on the net. Now, the integration of it in a responsible way that actually converts visitors to customers it critical. In planning a web site this year, some of the things to consider are the following: Adaptive or responsive design and deployment. Now its not enough to just have a website that looks good, but one that looks good everywhere on every device. This seem a Goliath task, but if you utilize the appropriate technology you can successfully tackle this one. A heightened focus on the brand and logo will be evident this year in designs. It seems obvious, but the attention to brands that become more identifable will be a growing trend. Retina display and support will be on an upward climb in design. Many folks may be saying what in the world is Retina display? Apple describes it as: " "the Retina display's pixel density is so high, your eye is unable to distinguish individual pixels." Fixed header bars are navigation bars that travel with you up and down the page of a site as you scroll up or down. The goal is to make navigation easier for the user. I am not totally convinced on this one but, it is a feature many like on their sites this year. Emphasis on larger photos, minimalistic landing pages, and other areas of minimalism to assure the focus on the service or product. QR Codes, we love them, we make them, and its a great tool for any business whether on the website, signage, email, business card (remember those?) or even as jewelery. The increase in various effects of font and motion on websites to stimulate the view of the site and promote engagement. Design has become far more visual in content and imagery with the advent of services like Pintrest.