i have a very large DB with about 45 related files and thousands of layouts. i have been given the wonderful job of reworking, consolidating and sprucing up the menus. does any one know of some good layout themes or tricks to make a good looking menu system (flash colours and things to wow the clients and the boss) . its got to look good on PC and mac

cheers

Look at www.layoutmode.com for ideas.

Also check out:

http://www.dilbert.com/comics/dilbert/archive/dilbert-20020923.html

I know little about flashing buttons and nifty things. But, I've spent 20 years in front of a monitor. Everyone that sees my works says "wow, that is so READABLE." Most designs I've seen make the mistake of making it pretty, but it's draining when you're looking at it for long periods of time. And many people's eyesight is less than perfect. I make all text bold and large enough to browse without straining (like 12pt), (10pt in portals).

Have fun! I LOVE the eye-candy aspect of design! Makes me drool!