Web Sightings

GDC, Inc. required a well organized site to showcase the tremendous variety of components they produce for automotive and other markets. The site employs a fully automated product database that can be easily updated by the GDC staff members. Understated motion graphics and a slick menu effect on the home page add a sophisticated flair.

Cornerstone Christian Montessori School needed to convey their unique approach and curriculum to visitors, as well as keep current parents informed of news and events. The site features a fun, casual style that illustrates the montessori approach, while an easy to use backend enables staff to update news and events quickly and easily.

Dynamic Industrial Group needed to provide a united identity among the many companies under its umbrella. Organized around customer-centric market segments, the group site funnels visitors to the proper company that best meets their needs. Subsequent sites distinguish the strong suits of each company, while maintaining a common appearance and navigation.

Sonozorb is an acoustic insulation utilized primarily in automotive applications. This project called for imagery reflective of the clean, soft and environmentally friendly nature of the product. Animated sequences were employed to help readers visualize how the product works and to highlight areas of application.

Searer Communications needed the ability to disseminate a large amount of information to prospective customers via their web site. Intuitive and logical organization and navigation was key.

Banks Hardwoods, Inc. is known for the unmatched quality of it's hardwood lumber product. They needed a sophisticated, yet understated web site to convey that quality. Advent delivered a clean, functional, timeless design that has held up very well despite being nearly 5 years old.

M-tec produces various metal components for the MH/RV industry. They needed a web site to convey the tight-tolerances and attention to detail they've come to be known for. It was a bit of a challenge to jazz up the drab gray illustrations, but we think the results speak for themselves.

Nickell was looking for a site to better focus on the needs of their three distinct market segments and bring order and searchability to their ever expanding product line, as well as provide a means for simple, regular updates. Advent delivered all of that and more.

Jazz aficionados know Elkhart as the band instrument capital of the world. Their annual jazz festival brings some of the best talent to small town America. The site incorporates a fun, flavorful feel, while providing important information in an intuitive manor to attendees.

Ai2, an architectural firm, had simple requirements: an attractive site to showcase their broad spectrum of work. As web sites go this one may be an antique, but it's further proof good design, even on the web, can be timeless.

A database driven site, GoSherwood.com contains thousands of products, with the ability for the client to add, delete and update inventory live. The site includes a full wishlist and shopping cart for online orders.

MCMS needed a site to promote their school and better explain their montessori based methods, which are often misunderstood. The resulting site's intuitive organization helps prospective parents find the information they need. The easy to update news and calendar sections enable MCMS staff to keep parents up to date.