Great Web Design - XFM

posted on 20th August 2008 by Jon

Web design, like any other form of art or design is very subjective and in the eye of the beholder, however, when we see a site that provides a perfect blend of design, functionality, navigation and content - we like to share it. XFM, the London and Manchester based radio station seem to have got this blend just right with the latest iteration of their website www.xfm.co.uk.

A really nice sketched design template compliments some strong features in a strong layout. Unlike many radio stations, listening on your PC is a simple click profiled on the top of the page as their main call to action and they also utilise a very popular news profile mechanism that automatically flicks between the top 5 stories or offerings.

They are of course a commercially focused radio station dependant on advertising so ads are a necessity on the site. Whilst these do take up a significant area of real estate on the home page they have been slotted in so as not to completely take-over the site.

Overall, this is a great site. Well designed, highly functional and easily navigable.

XFM - we salute you.