Well...
My initial impressions were good, until I realised my eyes weren't going blurry - it was the graphics...
The deadline for reviews of the Home -N- Linens site has passed, and it's time to take a look at the results. Here's what DevWebPro readers had to say about the Home -N- Linens site.
Here are my impressions that came from first glance and more thorough looking through. If my thoughts can help in improving the site I shall be happy.
Not everyone writes a long review - here are the short comments from the Home -N- Linens site review.
Load - Server load time at 4pm is slow; I would hate to test the site during prime time.
The home page looks well laid out and clear, the only thing I would pick up on is that the *sale* is on the right hand side and not differentiated from the other links. Perhaps move it more centrally and make it in red.
Home-n-Linens is a very nice example of a database-driven web application. The designers have also loaded it with a lot of "extras" which should add value to the site, and give prospective buyers a reason to return. The dual photos of the tablecloths (larger view and full view) were thoughtfully provided and nicely executed.
First thing noticed about your site was a large area of "white space" to the right of the home page.
What busy pages!!! SandiT's site (once I got past the first screen view) had loads to see on it. I also love T's so "I'll be back"... The biggest thing I saw about the site is that it is unclear whether it is a commercial or personal site. I couldn't decide if the point was to buy something or vote for the site. I recommend that those personal site attributes be put on a linked site.
Sandi's site (http://www.sandists.com) is in trouble. Originally designed by a friend who unfortunately passed away soon afterward, Sandi's site has neglected to bring in more than a handful of sales over the course of a few years. What can she do to improve her site? I asked you, the DevWebPro readers, and these are the ideas you offered.
