I just noticed that the WHIR has a totally redesigned web site.
Overall, I like the new look and feel of the layout. It surely beats the old design, that looks like it was pulled right out of 1995. However there are a few things that nag me. Here are both the good and the bad about the new look for one of the more popular web hosting web sites out there.
The Positives
- Lots more attention paid to the WHIR TV project and RSS. Two things I am happy to see them highlighting.
- No more black and white! The colors they picked are a nice update to the old look without seeming like the entire thing is boring.
- The membership feature is cool and a welcomed addition.
The Negatives
- It is a little ad crazy. Now I realize people have to make money as much as the next guy (that is why I have ads on my own web sites) however it seems a little like they were just tossed everywhere without much organization.
- Some of the pages (jumping from section to section) change layouts so quickly, it is a little easy to get lost. Maybe the inclusion of a breadcrumb trail at the top could help this. Something like: (Front Page > Features > The Story Headline)
Overall, I would have to say they have done a fine job at the new paint job. How do you feel about it? Do you miss the old layout at all? When was the last time you visited? You can check it all out at theWHIR.com.
