What is “Grid Theory” and why is it important to web design?

• Grid Theory is based on the importance of proportions. It presents the idea of Rule of Thirds which provides a structural foundation that makes web design more effective. The importance of Grid Theory is that will provide you a good, strong design for web.

In addition to “balance”, what are the other design principles important also to Web Design?

• There are several other design principles that add to a strong web design. These include, repetition, emphasis, isolation, proximity, placement, continuance, contrast and finally, unity. 

What are the “Bread and Butter Layouts” in web design?

• The most common layouts used in web design include, left-column navigation, right-column navigation, expansive footer navigation and three columns with content first. 

I don’t really have favorite websites, I do however have many I visit frequently. These are the first three that popped into my head.

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1.     Cucirca

• Type:  Entertainment
• Goal: Provide online accessibility to TV shows.
• Audience : TV Viewers.

2.     9Gag

• Type: Entertainment
• Goal: Provide laughs and entertainment
• Audience: People who are bored.

3.     Barnes & Noble

• Type: Commercial
• Goal: Provide accessibility to online store
• Audience: Anyone who wants to order books or items from the store.