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The Golden Rule

A different Golden Rule can be applied to good design: The Golden Ratio. Some of the best logos in history have incorporated these elements, be it intentionally or instinctively. Here’s a captivating look at the Golden Ratio and how it applies to much more than logo design.





Time for gradients!

Design is nothing if not cyclical. Trends go from 3D to flat and back again. After the popularity of flat design over the past few years, gradients are making a comeback. Here’s a nice showcase with tips for using gradients in a sophisticated fashion.





HTTP 2.0 is Coming

Things are changing in the web development world. A major update to HTTP — the protocol that lets browsers download websites from servers — will affect everyone who goes online. Here are more details on the transition that lies ahead in the coming months.





Responsive Web Design

The Bottle Rocket team always develops websites with mobile devices in mind. That’s why responsive web design is so important. Here’s why Google recommends it as well.





Embed Facebook into your website design

Why settle for an icon to link your website to your social media page? Here’s an approach to embed Facebook into the design of the site. This allows our clients to introduce visitors to their social side without having to leave their site.