Separate sites for mobiles?

Posted by Dave Wiltshire on May, 17th 2012

For years, designers and developers have been back and fourth over the subject of websites for mobile phones, and should we create separate sites to support smaller devices?

Prior to responsive design, users accessing the internet online through a mobile device were probably viewing actual full web sites on the internet. This tended to slow down devices, not show all the options, not move, scroll or click through quickly.

Some people do believe in creating a separate site for mobile users. We can see the point in that, you want to be able to access something that you recognize is the site you’re visiting and that site needs to be as functional through your mobile, as it is through a PC.

Problems that occur when creating separate sites are the consistency of design, some products or services may be missing from the [...]

FREE Cookie Law Compliance Magento Module – NEW RELEASE

Posted by Dave Wiltshire on April, 26th 2012

The Magento specialists here at Juno Web Design have recently created a Cookie Law Compliance Module for all Magento users.

CLICK HERE To view our Magento Cookie Law Module

We talk to Andrew Slater, the creator, to find out why he produced this particular module and how you can get your hands on this Free plug in.

What have you created?
We have created a new FREE magento module- Cookie Law Compliance Magento Module

Why have you created it?
Mainly to help Magento store owners comply with the new EU cookie law.

How does it work?
It implements this really cool javascript that places a small popup on the pages of your site. informing users that the particular site they are visiting, is using cookies to store information on their computer, ensuring that they are happy with that.

Why should [...]

Adobe CS6: Dreamweaver

Posted by Dave Wiltshire on April, 25th 2012

Every now and then we see a rush of evolution in terms of technology and solutions. Take screen sizes for instance. We have desktop PCs such as Macs, which are continuing to grow and grow, we have slimline laptops, we have tablets and of course, we have smart phones. All providing a different size screen and resolution. This makes websites incredibly difficult to view, if they haven’t been created with a responsive theme.

Here is where Adobe CS6: Dreamweaver steps up to the mark. Many clients will expect designers to produce versions for mobile and other devices, and CS6 is perfect for that. The new fluid grid layout provides a basic structure for a website which can be created with three different sizes. These include ‘mobile’ (480px), ‘tablet’ (768px) and ‘desktop’ (1232px). In  the actual programme, you can switch between Live [...]

Extended support hours

Posted by Dave Wiltshire on April, 17th 2012

This week, Juno Web Design has started its extended hours.

We’ve always been on hand to answer questions and fulfill request, plus cover any problems or issues that clients have come across when dealing with Magento eCommerce and WordPress sites, but we have decided to streamline this process by having one of our expert team in the Juno office until 11pm.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Whether you’re inquiring about our range of services, or need a tweak on your site, you will now be able to speak to one of the Juno Team between the hours of 9am and 11pm. Having someone in the office allows our team members to access servers and sites quickly and efficiently, so in many cases we can take a look at the issues, whilst we are on the phone to you, our client.

Our in house team member can [...]

New build your own tool aimed at designers

Posted by Dave Wiltshire on April, 16th 2012

There are literally hundreds of sites online offering basic and professional website tools, enabling everyday people to create websites that look the part, but are they really any good? Will these simple step by step tools knock bespoke web design out of the market? We don’t believe so, but we do realise it is a good platform to create cheap decent looking site, for those with little or no budget.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In recent news another one of these “build your own” companies has provided a tool purely aimed at website designers.

Breezi has recently created a system aimed at designers and creatives, which will make the process of creating a website a lot easier and fun to work with. Sites can be up and running in a jiffy, but include much more professional tools, widgets and plug-ins. Breezi prides itself in [...]

Static or Dynamic?

Posted by Dave Wiltshire on April, 12th 2012

Where do you sit in the great Static and Dynamic website debacle? What is the difference between static and dynamic sites? What are the pros and cons?

 

 

 

 

 

 

Today Juno Web Design take a look into the world of web design and the evolution of site structure.

You can generally spot a static site a mile off, they tend to be very basic sites, perfect for small companies to deliver information, without all the song and dance that you might find on a dynamic site. Generally, static sites can only be kept up to date by developers or users who know exactly what to do in terms of coding. Static sites are relatively cheap to produce and host.

The pros of using static sites are:

Cost- Cheap to create and host
Time- Quick to develop

The downsides to Static design are:

Expertise- Need a developer [...]

Recognition for Web Design

Posted by Dave Wiltshire on March, 28th 2012

This week the Drum have slowly been releasing the names of companies who have made it onto their Top 100 Design list and Juno Media are proud to be right there on the list.

Initially placed in the early 90′s, we’ve gained places and are now sat at 85, which were are incredibly chuffed about. The list, based on aspects such as company turnover, provides the best of British when it comes to web design. This is a great starting point for an ever-expanding team and company, now we plan to take on the list and edge our way up the charts, it would be amazing to appear in the top 10 or 20.

Our design work with clients such as Graham and Green, KMI Brands, Natura Skin Clinic have gained us credibility and command huge interest from prospective clients. [...]

Dr Xavier

Posted by Dave Wiltshire on March, 27th 2012

Way back in the middle of last year, Dr Carlos Xavier of Natura Skin Clinic, contacted Juno Web Design to help rejuvenate his website, create a buzz around his treatments and ultimately drive more and more users to his website.

Based in Warrington, Cheshire, Natura Skin Clinic is the perfect destination for people looking for a new natural look in the Manchester and Liverpool areas. Dr Carlos Xavier, the man behind the clinic, set up after seeing a common problem with his patients. Some of them unhappy with their appearances, but not wanting to opt for major cosmetic surgery. The range of non-invasive treatments provides a subtle and natural looking finish, which boosts customers confidence and self-esteem no end. It’s not just the females that opt for treatments at Natura, the clinic sees many male patients who are more than [...]

Responsive Web Design

Posted by Dave Wiltshire on March, 23rd 2012

Thank goodness it’s Friday, this week has been a big challenge for the Juno team, with new issues arising, but we’ve pulled together and overcome. The positive from this particular week is our move into Responsive Web Design, which we are particularly excited about.

What is Responsive Web Design?

It’s basically a way in which we can develop a site which automatically detects the screen resolution on a device and re-sizes to that particular device. So, if you are using a Smart phone or a tablet, you may find some sites look terrible and don’t load properly, with responsive design, these problems don’t exist as the site re-sizes to the relative size, offering all the important information for the user, it still runs quickly and it allows companies to be on the move and drive more customers through to their sites.

This [...]

Big brand site re-launch

Posted by Dave Wiltshire on February, 6th 2012

As we mentioned last week, the team at Juno Web Design has been working tirelessly to re launch sites with improved functionality.

Juno has a great relationship with Graham and Green and finished a campaign to improve the sites look and capabilities, enabling consumers to browse and shop with ease.

Not only that, Juno have focused heavily on SEO so that Graham and Green rank well when customers search for anything that is home furnishings related. Graham and Green offer stunning furniture and soft furnishings for the home and office and have become a popular company, not just with customers and press, but take a look at social media and someone is always talking about their wants and desires from this beautiful shop.

By creating a more functional websites, clients are able to expand their brands and service clients, who may not have previously the capabilities to purchase.