hmm try visiting showcase websites like [url]http://cssmania.com[/url], [url]http://cssheaven.com[/url], [url]http://cssdrive.com[/url] for concept inspirations... also, key in mind that being flashy is not always effective... seeing a lot of moving objects in your design can be quite an eyesore for viewers.... try keeping it simple.... make it simple YET effective and does the job.... with regards to compatibility, if you can't make it work on more than one browser, don't put it.... never tell your viewer to use a specific browser coz that could mean one visitor down.... hmmm i do hope these points would help.... i'm a web developer so just ask away for some pointers if you like...