Though there are already books about web design, most are technical in nature, and none take this case study approach. The primary focus is on Netscape Navigator and Internet Explorer's HTML extensions, with new material devoted to new tags. The book is aimed at those who have already designed a web site, as well as for those wannabe web site designers.

This core text for student teachers training to teach the 14 - 19 years age group is written by highly experienced authors. Covering all the essentials, it makes clear links to theory and enables students to take the critical approach that they need for M-level work.

There are books on the nuts and bolts of web design and there are books about website aesthetics, showcasing examples of good design. How to Design Websites contains the essentials of both, addressing the skillsets required to produce websites that are functional and elegant – but from a graphic designer’s perspective. It demonstrates that you can design a working website in minutes without the need for expensive programs. Chapters include Code, Layout, Text and Typography, and Images and Colour Schemes. Useful ‘tips and tricks’ panels are included, as well as step-by-step projects ––such as how to produce a portfolio site – that will be of interest to design students and to graduates of all disciplines. Inspirational ‘Trailblazer’ case studies showcase the best of contemporary designers and their work. Blogs, Facebook, Flickr and HTML5, and new ways of using the web, such as mobile phones and netbooks, are also discussed.