Current Web Designs

It's funny how websites have become like designer purses; everyone wants to have the hottest, newest, and most fashionable one possible. After browsing through all the listed websites, I have come to the conclusion that I like all the different designs. Each one has their own style, but at the same time each has similar elements. I've noticed that a lot of the websites have blogs, drop-down navigation, and lots of art. Not only is the content brief and easy to read, but the sites are pleasing to navigate through and look at.
Personally speaking, I think that our group could definitely benefit from some of these hot trends being used; the 3-D effects and active nagivagtion is really eye-catching and fun to use. I like the idea of having our site visually active, but simple at the same time. I also think that our site could benefit from using center-aligned content. Not only does it put the issue right in the middle like BAM, but it also shows that we are up-front and generally passionate about our topic.
Just like fashion trends, website trends go out of style, so it's vital for websites to keep up with what is hot in order to keep the audiences attention and concern. Without an audience, there is no site.