http://www.synapse-design.net - Cool Design Studio

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10-09-2006, 11:29 AM
StormzNexoduS

http://www.synapse-design.net - Cool Design Studio

I'm not sure if this is cool enough to be in this board, but I think it is. A friend linked me to this site and its really not well known. The style is sort of minimalist and techy. Inspired as noted on the site by Steven Tan's work.( a well known designer).

Things I like: The drop down audio player. The simple interface, that seems to load stuff like XML. And lastly, the Synapse image on the homepage with the little balls traveling the paths and then glowing. The effect on the team member page when you mouse over an image.

Things I dont like or have seen before: scrolling w/o scrollbar, some pages are kind of bland, and the contact form page is ugly in my opinion.

Mods please feel free to move this if it doesnt belong here.
10-09-2006, 12:50 PM
rooney

"We are a team of web developers specializing in high-end multimedia based design".

With a phrase like that I expected a lot more.

This site is like someone just picked up their first copy of flash.

Sorry dude but I think it's pretty bad.
10-09-2006, 03:19 PM
StormzNexoduS

Hmm rooney you may be right. I dont have a lot of experience in reviewing flash sites. Thanks for your comment ^^ its always nice to have other opinions expressed.
10-10-2006, 01:21 AM
rooney

check out http://www.thefwa.com to see some cool flash sites
10-10-2006, 08:56 AM
rudolflai999

Nice to see somebody so modest around here.
10-26-2006, 07:26 AM
nizamm

Wait a minute......am I the only one here? Or is everyone blind? Or maybe no one bothered to copy and paste the link. Here's the URL:

http://www.synapse-design.net

HUH??? HUH??? FAMILIAR??????????
10-26-2006, 07:29 AM
rooney

Quote:

Originally Posted by nizamm

Wait a minute......am I the only one here? Or is everyone blind? Or maybe no one bothered to copy and paste the link. Here's the URL:

http://www.synapse-design.net

HUH??? HUH??? FAMILIAR??????????

lol. That is not the same site that was originally posted. Looks like they have a new approach to design now! Ripping :thumbsdow
10-26-2006, 08:59 AM
J-Luv

weak site. i'm guessing there are probably a thousand more out their "specializing in high-end multimedia based design" and just ripping 2A's site for ideas.
10-26-2006, 11:06 AM
j_hunter182

That site is just brilliant.
Thanks for the laugh!
10-26-2006, 01:43 PM
Dijhili

what a 2 A rip ..wow...hehehe
10-28-2006, 01:26 PM
3PRIMATES

LOL, I would more call it inspired by 2A.
The only thing I can see that is 2A like is the large BG image for each section. Other than that I dont see much that is the same.

3P
10-28-2006, 06:06 PM
badboy_69

Inspired is very correct, the backgrounds are amazing, but that's about it.

If you really like 2advanced.com there is an article you could read about Eric Jordon in speaking about being a true artist.

This site may impress someone who does not know any better or what us designers know but as far as having your own voice as Eric puts it your getting there but not very fast.

This is not putting you down but only pointing out the obvious.

I wish you luck.

:smoov:
10-28-2006, 09:09 PM
mallen

What programs do you think are used in those background images? Also seen on the new 2advance site. Are they done in 3D and then brought together in photoshop?
10-28-2006, 11:59 PM
badboy_69

hey Mallen, various types of 3D programs any where from 3D studio Max to cinema 4d which is a favorite of mine.

Photoshop or fireworks if needed too.
10-31-2006, 03:39 PM
moot

wait......i'm going to pass out..........or wait..........it's the site! why is the site getting darker and lighter.........or wait.......is my monitor dying?.......no.....it's the site!
10-31-2006, 03:54 PM
badboy_69

Moot I think he got the point man.

:mrpimp:
10-31-2006, 06:22 PM
mallen

Real funny

I am quite familiar with Cinema 4D and others thanks. I was trying to ask a serious question. I was just hoping someone knew if they used more of a certain type of program to complete them. I know some images are made with 3D but heavily modified with photoshop. So for instance the sky and water maybe painted but the buildings are 3D. Is that more clear.?
10-31-2006, 07:41 PM
badboy_69

Mallen you could make water or clouds in verious ways using the 3D programs, a picture like mating pating in movies then combine with 3D work and maybe some photos shop touching.

Of course you could also use photosho and or fireworks to do it soley as well

:thumbsup:
10-31-2006, 11:31 PM
Veniogenesis

Quote:

Originally Posted by 3PRIMATES

The only thing I can see that is 2A like is the large BG image for each section. Other than that I dont see much that is the same.

It also includes strong elements of 2A in terms of the navigation, the center
translucent content box (poorly implemented), and transitions. Since our
policy in the past is to remove sites that are "rips" from Cool Sites, I will be
closing this thread. Though it may be argued that 2A only "inspired" this
website, it cannot be argued that this website does not bring anything new or
even enjoyable in addition to the design elements derived from the current 2A
website. As a matter of fact, the mediocre use of gradient transitions, black
and white member photos, the presence of sloppy font formatting, the
unnatural use and insertion of images within the interface, and the lack of
visual balance between the content design and backgrounds warrants the
removal of this site from Cool Sites.

Closed and regards,
Venio