BBC 2.0
BBC published a detailed account of their website redesign effort on their blog. Called Global Visual Language 2.0, the redesign aim is to unify the visual and interaction design of bbc.co.uk and the mobile website.
The new wider, centered page template takes advantage of wider screen resolutions and for the first time created an underlying grid. The hundreds of different banner styles are rationalized into a new global and local branding and navigation system. The redesigned homepage creates a visual style that began to ripple through the site and onto the mobile platform.
From grids to color to font to icons, not to mention the “Wall of Shame,” it is a very nice and detailed account indeed.
See the website redesign in pictures.
p.s.: Unfortunately, some people don’t react well to change , as reported by the Guardian. They’ll get over it.