WSA Winner
Tuesday February 22nd, 2005
Sebastian Schmieg's site is all about texture; paper, concrete, paint, sticky tape. This visual/tactile experience is eptiomised by the unique header which looks like something painted on a rough concrete wall, then reproduced in a scrapbook.
The content is all neatly divided, whitespace and borders alternating to produce subtle but well planned sections, and the use of both serifed and sans-serif fonts -- alongside minuscule Victorian flourishes -- only adds to this site's feel, making you want to be able to reach out and feel it underneath your fingers.
Reviewed by Cameron Adams
#1
Very nice indeed. Well designed site with a very welcoming aesthetic.
Posted by Jeremy :: February 22nd, 2005 at 03:33 AM
#2
Excellent design, and the colour combinations are spot on!
Posted by Amit Karmakar :: February 22nd, 2005 at 04:16 AM
#3
Wow, I'm flattered! Enjoyed reading your review, Cameron. Thanks!
Posted by Sebastian Schmieg :: February 22nd, 2005 at 10:13 AM
#4
I really like this site. The attention to detail is what impresses me most. I'm inspired.
Posted by John Nunemaker :: February 22nd, 2005 at 11:15 AM
#5
I got some criticism when I predicted that the Wicked Worn look would make a bit showing in 2005. Several folks commented that it was already on its way out, but I think this site admirably shows that there's still plenty of life left in those techniques.
Posted by James Archer :: February 22nd, 2005 at 03:11 PM
#6
Really nice. Just as neat under the hood as in the surface. One of those sites you come back to, just for the feel of it.
Posted by ghola :: February 26th, 2005 at 08:46 AM
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