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What Will My Site Do?

This is the first of eight articles about website design. Our discussion will deal with some of the issues which need to be considered when developing a new online presence. You may have already thought of some of these, but perhaps there are may be things which you haven’t yet considered.

The Company

The Great American Widget Company is a manufacturer of widgets, that common household item that many find indispensable. Until now, however, Great American has been a ‘brick and mortar’ business. With the founder’s son just out of college, he is looking forward to expanding the company’s business on the Internet.

What is the new website expected to do?

Before doing anything else, before you even consider finding a hosting company, or a designer, or even before you register a domain name, or before putting pen to paper to begin writing content, take time to consider what the site will be about. Is your new site to be an eCommerce site, or will it be an online ‘image’ site that displays the image of your business?

Will you want to show an online catalog and take orders over the Internet, or just have prospective customers call you for more information? Will your customers be able to contact you only by email? (Not a good idea!) Will you accept credit cards online?

Will you have an online search for products or services? What keywords apply to your business and the way you wish to present it? Why are you better than the competition. What are your strongest virtues in your existing brick and mortar business?

How much money are you willing to spend on your Internet presence? Most assuredly, it will be more than you initially estimate.

Also, now is a good time to consider a budget - even a ballpark figure which you think you can afford on registering a domain, design and hosting. This budget can greatly affect what your site will be. For example, if you want an e-commerce enabled website, the costs will be much greater to develop and maintain than a straight HTML site.

Next week we look at how important a domain name can be. And in future articles we will discuss some of the hosting considerations, how to research the competition and some tips for writing for search engines.

Copyright 2005 - Richard F. Hill - All Rights reserved

Richard Hill is the author of the popular, and free, eBook
“Autoresponder Cash Flow NOW!” which is available at
http://www.us-email-service.com/arcfn.htm

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Many people host parties in their gardens and back yards, and often these people are looking for a solution to accommodate their guests, sometimes because of fear of rain or difficult weather and sometimes to shelter from the sun or simply to provide a shaded area. Some people go for the big solution and simply purchase a gazebo to place in their garden, however this is a radical solution since even the most avid party host does not through away a party every couple of days, which would mean that placing a gazebo in the garden solely for the purpose of entertaining is definitely not worth the investment.

The easier solution for the need for a party gazebo will be to look for a gazebo that can be installed and then taken apart within a short time range, meaning that you could set up your gazebo the day before you have a party and then dismantle it and store it until the next barbecue comes along. There are iron gazebos that can be taken apart relatively easily and then put back together, but these gazebos still have a very solid and heavy base that it is not certain everyone can and would want to carry.

The alternative to the wrought iron gazebo is an ornate wood gazebo, this it the kind of gazebo that is most often referred to as the instant gazebo, because of the fact that it is easy to put up and that take it down. The main concept n the instant gazebo is that it will provide the necessary shelter for the guests and that it will be as light and as easy to carry away as possible, this is a winning combination for those who look for something that they will use only on special events.

Using some solid base this instant gazebo will usually have a canopy that will provide the shelter and the isolation from the outside, there are many variations to this idea, instant gazebo models can be anything from a simple canopy and strings to an elaborate and elegant structure that has many other features in it, like a special place for a heating system or a ventilation apparatus.

When looking for an instant gazebo it is most important that you remember what you need it for, some people realize after a while that they will actually be very happy with a more solid, permanent gazebo on their property, so it is always useful to think of what it is you are shopping for in the first place, and naturally the budget will determine the kind of product you will ultimately purchase.

Once you got the gazebo you should always make sure that you assign a place to store it and that you have examined it to make sure you know all the parts are accounted for, it is always better to have one place you store your gazebo, and kit, so you can easily take it out, build it up and invite your friends for a nice barbecue or party.

Gazebos are a great home improvement feature and will make your life much easier when you are hosting an outdoor party or barbecue, there are many kinds of light gazebos you can use and then take apart. Read about the Instant Gazebo at Daniel Roshard gazebo article site gazebo.zupatips.com

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Many people considering a gazebo have a good idea what they want
but have no idea where to find the right plan. While you could
easily hire a professional to do the building, if you are handy
and enjoy weekend projects, you could build the gazebo yourself.

Now comes the exciting news - you can find a free gazebo plan
online for literally any size, shape, and style you want.

The key obviously is to know where these plans are hiding. To
help you get started, we have provided you with some options to
consider. The advantage of using a free gazebo plan is that you
save money. Because of this, you might be able to budget in a
slightly larger gazebo than what you might have originally
planned. Just remember that no matter what style gazebo you
want, the plan has to work. In other words, you should use a
free gazebo plan from a reputable company, one that provides
accurate information. If you are unsure, check with your local
lumberyard, home improvement store, or gazebo shop for
recommendations.

Adding a gazebo to your backyard is a wonderful way to create
your own private oasis. The exciting thing is that your gazebo
could be used alone, simply for sipping on ice tea and reading a
book, a romantic dinner for two by candlelight, or an intimate
party for close friends or family. However, keep in mind that
there is a difference between a gazebo kit and free gazebo plan.

Therefore, once you have decided that you want to build a
gazebo, choosing is the next step.

One of the most popular options is going with a gazebo kit. For
one thing, a kit is very affordable and available in wonderful
styles. For example, you could choose a lavish Victorian style
or something simple. In addition, gazebo kits come in a choice
of material such as red oak, cedar, pine, or metal. The great
thing about kits is the ease of assembly. With a kit,
everything you need is included such as wood, hardware,
directions, etc.

In addition to kits, the options for a free gazebo plan are also
a great possibility. Different from the kit, a free gazebo plan
would provide only a list of materials needed. Therefore, while
the plan may be free, you would have the expense of buying
everything piecemeal. However, the benefit to the free plan is
that again, you do save some money but you also know the exact
sizes and types for each thing needed, meaning all the guesswork
is eliminated.

In addition to the list of materials, a free gazebo plan would
also provide instructions for building the type of gazebo
outlined. Now, if the plan includes the actual blue print, you
might be charged a slight fee but in some cases, this too is
provided. Keep in mind that even if you do pay, the price would
likely be less than $20. With gazebo plans, you would have a
huge selection of styles, shapes, and styles so you do not have
to limit your options. While you can purchase plans from a
number of resources, we again recommend the internet where you
will have a much broader choice.

Do not be discouraged in that building a beautiful gazebo is not
rocket science. With the right plan and quality materials, you
could have your private retreat up and ready to use by the end
of the weekend. Simply consider all your options for plans,
trying to choose what enhances the home’s design. Of course,
the size and shape of the gazebo will likely be dependent on the
location where you plan to build.

Dion Semeniuk has developed experience into transforming your backyard into your very own resort. To learn how the gazebo can achieve this, visit the Gazebo website.

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