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Dream Home Construction Website Redesign

Dream Home Construction, one of our longest-standing customers and award-winning home builders has a new website redesign to boast about built by Novagiant. In the world of website design things can change rapidly. I’ve always said every three years is a good time to review website framework and design. Not only because things change rapidly but because It is important to stay focused on new ways of improving the user experience.

We’ve made several revisions to dreamhomeconstruction.net over the years since 2007. I visited the internet archive and pulled a few snapshots from the Wayback Machine and wow – what a difference the World Wide Web has gone through.

Some of the content from the archive didn’t load as seen in the screen captures above but it was definitely entertaining to go back almost twenty years!

Maximizing The Elegant Custom Home Photos

Dream home construction website redesign showing the showcase in full viewport mode

Photos are worth a thousand words, so for the 2024 website redesign version we’ve extended the showcase in the top of the website to fill the entire view top to bottom, and left to right. Also bringing the photo container underneath the header and setting the menu to toggle, removed any clutter. Clicking the toggle then opens the menu in a modular overlay, instead of using a traditional method. This works very well on mobile phones in portrait mode. Finally, the viewport was set to the full height of the device so that no matter what device the user is on, it will always fill the space and look amazing!

Adding Horizontal Parallax Effects on Scroll

Secion of the redesigned website showing parallax and layering effects

We wanted to have a creative way to place photos in the view as the user scrolls down the page – but without cluttering up the layout. One idea we came up with for this website redesign in section four was layering the photos and setting them to slide in at different intervals. This creates a nice effect while balancing the visual load as the users scroll targets that section.

Content Focused On The Quality Of The Product

A section of the website showing simplicity in design

The content was kept to a minimum for this page. The product is good enough to tell the story and keep the user engaged. Our goal – answer the questions: (a) why is this builder the best in the area, (b) what kind of custom home construction work they do, and (c) how can I contact them.

See the website in action here: www.dreamhomeconstruction.net

Website Redesign Conclusion

This project had some challenges but was incredibly fun to work on. Seeing everything come together is worth the time and effort. However, the best part of working in creative design is when the client notices the effort and is happy with the result. Because there is a lot that goes into every custom website we build from the HTML and CSS to the handling of scripting code. It is always a great feeling after finishing a website that feels like you’ve accomplished something great.

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Considerations for Banner and Display Design

One of the easiest ways to get your message out with maximum impact is with a professionally designed and mounted banner or display. While there are many options out there, I wanted to cover some of the basics to help our readers be able to make an educated decision for the best use and application.

Get Specific and Keep it Simple!

The first thing you want consider is the design. I always say “keep it simple!” This is because you want to make a statement quickly and visibly. Keeping in mind that most of the time you probably only have two seconds to get the message across. A creative, bright colorful design that gets right to the point, with a product image and short message or bullet list can make much more impact than four images and a paragraph.

The design is the main ingredient. You wouldn’t want an average design, in an average place, to get an average reaction, would you? No! You want the best design, in the best place, to get the best reaction. So, when you want maximum impact, our banner design services instantly promote and spotlight your brand and products.  Here are a few recent examples below that we have designed for our customers.

Printed Surface: Fabric or Vinyl – Indoor or Outdoor

Outdoor banners can be printed on a variety of stocks however the most common type is scrim. Scrim comes in a relief pattern similar to canvas to make the fabric stronger in outdoor applications. There is also a breathable outdoor material for outdoor applications that allows wind to pass through. This type is called mesh and can be used anywhere outdoors where wind resistance is a concern. Also make sure to ask for waterproof vinyl when ordering a banner for outdoor use.

Indoor banners can be printed in a couple of materials. Vinyl is a common type that can be smooth but can be prone to scratches if care is not taken. One of the most flexible and durable is fabric banner material. You may have seen fabric tube displays that are a modern stylish way of mounting signage. Perfect for retail or trade shows, and meetings. They can be placed on the ground or elevated for maximum visibility. High-quality printing on 9oz premium polyester fabric using dye sublimation will make your graphics come to life and are sewn together creating a double sided display that cannot be missed.

On the go? Retractable Banner Displays

If you are on the go, retractable banners ensure fast and easy setup. They are used for indoor purposes and can quickly collapse, top to bottom, in a spring-loaded roll. Once collapsed, the banner is protected inside the base! This is why these are perfect for on the go or for trade shows. Available in a variety of tabletop friendly and floor sizes, they are ideal for pop-up retail displays, trade shows, educational use, and indoor events of all kinds.

Backdrop Displays

Backdrops are great for displaying your brand for trade shows, corporate events, videos and more. Our design services will make sure you have a display that pops and the perfect fit for your needs. The stand is telescopic so you can easily adjust the height. Watch the video below for setup.

Popular Uses & Ideas for Banners and Displays

  • Pop-up Displays at Trade Shows
  • Educational Events
  • University Orientations
  • Retail Floor
  • Restaurants
  • Billboards
  • Building Wraps
  • Banners
  • Trade Show Signage
  • Video Backgrounds

Thank you for reading. I hope this has been helpful, providing some basic considerations when purchasing and designing a banner or display. If you are looking for an experienced designer for your displays and banners, please contact us, we will be glad to answer your questions and work with you to get the best product for your needs.

Memphis Wall and Floor Graphics Design and Printing

We offer two types of Custom Designed and Printed Adhesive Vinyl for Wall and Floor Graphics

Wall and floor graphics are an amazing way to transform your retail or office space to grab attention. Easy to install and removable, re-positionable. This adhesive vinyl take trading and marketing to a new level with a custom design from Novagiant Media. Showcase your company, Advertise products and make bold statements!

Adhesive Vinyl Floor Graphics – Transform high-traffic floor areas into attention-grabbing ad space with 4mil Floor Graphics. Our removable Floor Graphics are ideal for interior application on most dry, clean and untextured floors and can be installed and removed easily with no special tools.

Adhesive Vinyl Wall Graphics – Are produced with low-tack adhesive backing on 8mil vinyl. This product is ideal for use on almost all surfaces; retail, office or bedroom walls, laptops, and glass windows. Is re-positional many times over. This is an excellent way to change the look of you retail or office space.

Popular Uses & Ideas

  • Restaurants, Retail, Automobile Shops & more
  • Promotional Marketing
  • Wall Graphics & Floor Graphics
  • Sales promotions on windows
  • Company branding

Sizes and Specs

  • Sizes
    • Available in a wide variety of sizes in increments of 1″ ranging from 12″ x 12″ to 48″ x 120″
  • Run Sizes
    • 1 to 100
  • Stock Types
    • 4mil Flexible Vinyl
    • 8mil Low Tack Wall Decal
  • Color Options
    • full color

Contact Novagiant for a custom quote

Andy Wise Chooses Novagiant

Novagiant is proud to be the chosen website design firm by Andy Wise. Andy wanted a clean streamlined website where he could blog about consumer interests and list wise choices, businesses that have Andy’s seal of approval and trust.

Save Money, Avoid Scams, Make Wise Choices

Andy Wise is a consumer investigator and a 3-time Emmy Award nominee for investigative reporting. His investigations shaped public policy, put criminals in jail and enlightened a generation of viewers to the dead giveaways of scams and helps consumers find creative money-saving strategies.

Our website design goal was to develop a website where Andy can post blogs about trusted businesses and other consumer interests. Andy does the investigative work: conducting the research, vetting the businesses and putting his seal of approval on the businesses you can trust to be a Wise Choice. The site is an excellent source of information for everyone that wants to save money, avoid scams, and make wise choices, and we encourage you to learn more at andywisechoices.com.

Wise Choices Website Design Draft Concept

an image of website concept design for andywisechoices.com

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