Tunnel 7 is dedicated to providing clients with simple, effective, standards based websites utilizing forward thinking XHTML and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS).

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The Tunnel 7 blog educates clients, potential clients (and really anyone who is interested) about website design topics so that they make better decisions with their own websites.

  • Aug 01
  • 2009

Tunnel 7 Merges With Gravity Switch

Merging to work with some of the best and brightest website design minds in our area.

  • Jun 09
  • 2009

APEx 2009 Conference Launches Website

New website for this international conference follows web standards and allows users to register securely.

  • Jun 02
  • 2009

Typekit To Break The Web Font Barrier

The limitations of web fonts may soon be a thing of the pass thanks to Typekit.

  • May 19
  • 2009

Keeping Your CSS Organized

We all know that CSS will make websites easier to maintain but keeping files organized can be a challenge.

  • May 12
  • 2009

Website Hosting Options

Website hosting is the foundation on which your website is built. Make sure this foundation is a solid one.

  • May 05
  • 2009

7 Tips For Building Better Website Forms

Few things are as frustrating as a poorly designed website form. Follow these tips to ensure a good experience.

  • Apr 28
  • 2009

Website Marketing Classes at the Valley CDC

I will be teaching two classes for the Valley CDC to help small, local business owners with their websites.

  • Apr 22
  • 2009

Book Review: Web Design for ROI

Definitely one of the better books I've read on the subject of getting your website to work for you.

  • Apr 14
  • 2009

10 Website Spring Cleaning Tips

The snow has melted and it's time to clean up ... your website? Sure. It will certainly benefit you.

  • Apr 08
  • 2009

Handling Multiple Domains

Have multiple domain names? Your best bet is to define one as the main domain name and redirect the others.

  • Mar 31
  • 2009

Getting What You Paid For

Like anything in life if something seems too good to be true chances are it really is. Don't get swindled!

  • Mar 24
  • 2009

Hyphens or Underscores?

While the difference may be subtle to you or I, the same cannot be said for search engines.

  • Mar 17
  • 2009

Table Top Exposition

I will be exhibiting at the 15th Annual Table Top Exposition at the Log Cabin on March 25th.

  • Mar 10
  • 2009

Meta Keywords Tag Be Gone!

The meta keywords tag once played an important role for your website. That time has come and gone.

  • Mar 03
  • 2009

Secrets of Great Website Typography

Website typography presents some unique challenges. Here are tips to make sure your website meets them.

  • Feb 24
  • 2009

Redesign or Realign Your Website?

Not every website needs to a complete redesign. Realigning may be a better alternative.

  • Feb 17
  • 2009

Elements of a Good Homepage

Your homepage will likely be the most visited page of your website. Make sure it pulls your users further in.

  • Feb 10
  • 2009

Why Website Marketing Isn’t Enough

Driving traffic to your website is always a good idea, right? What if your website isn't ready to greet visitors?

  • Feb 03
  • 2009

Put Website Refinements To Work For You

Sure times are tough. All the more reason to ask (and receive) more from your website!

  • Jan 27
  • 2009

7 Ways to Maximize Search Engine Friendliness

We're all concerned with getting found by search engines and having a usable website. Please avoid the following!

  • Jan 20
  • 2009

USEHAZUS Launches Expanded Website

Website connects directly with users with new forums, a wiki and the ExpressionEngine content management system.

  • Jan 14
  • 2009

Should You Redesign Your Website?

Inevitably there comes a time for a website redesign. But how do you know when? Ask yourself these questions.

  • Jan 06
  • 2009

Tunnel 7 Website Added to Showcase

The ExpressionEngine website recently added the Tunnel 7 website to its list of showcase websites

  • Dec 23
  • 2008

A Holiday Thank You

As 2008 winds down it is time to offer a sincere thank you to all who helped make this year a success.

  • Dec 16
  • 2008

Website Goals

Goals should be the driving force for design and content decisions on your website.

  • Dec 09
  • 2008

7 Website Mistakes To Avoid

Your website offers you a great opportunity to connect with your visitors. Be sure to avoid these common mistakes!

  • Dec 02
  • 2008

Marketing Your Business Online

Tomorrow I begin teaching a two week, six hour class for the Valley CDC.

  • Nov 25
  • 2008

The Power of Website Simplicity

Rather then trying to be all things to all people, simplify your website content and focus on goals.

  • Nov 18
  • 2008

Focusing on Your Website Users

When it comes designing your website personal opinions should take a back seat. It's all about your users.

  • Nov 11
  • 2008

Grow Your Business Using the Web

I will be exhibiting at tomorrow's Hidden-Tech event and available to answer your questions.

  • Nov 06
  • 2008

Your Website’s Role in Marketing Efforts

The relationship between your website and the success of your website marketing efforts is often overlooked.

  • Oct 28
  • 2008

Future of Web Design Conference

I will be attending FOWD, an event that brings together the best website folks in the world.

  • Oct 21
  • 2008

Misosouper Version 2.0 Launches

Upgraded server and a new layout added to accommodate this rapidly growing website.

  • Oct 14
  • 2008

The Truth About SEO Claims

Search engine optimization claims often promise the world but there is no quick fix.

  • Oct 07
  • 2008

7 Things You Should Know About Your Website

In tough times knowing how your website is (or isn't) working for you becomes increasingly important.

  • Sep 30
  • 2008

Accommodating Users on Mobile Devices

What options do you have with your website to accommodate the growing number of users with mobile devices?

  • Sep 23
  • 2008

What Browsers Do You Test In?

A follow up to the recent post on the importance of website testing.

  • Sep 16
  • 2008

The Importance of Website Testing

While it's not one of the most glamorous topics, website testing is critical to the success of any website.

  • Sep 09
  • 2008

Google Chrome and Your Website

What does the release of Google Chrome mean for your website? I'm glad you asked.

  • Sep 02
  • 2008

New Domain Names on the Horizon

A proposal by ICANN looks to greatly expand the number of available domain names.

  • Aug 26
  • 2008

Do You Really Need a CMS?

Content management systems are all the rage but are they needed for every project?

  • Aug 19
  • 2008

Tunnel 7 Launches New Websites For Clients

It's been a little while so here are a couple projects I recently completed and an update on what I'm working on.

  • Aug 12
  • 2008

How to Avoid the Pitfalls of HTML Email

Pitfalls await the HTML email marketer. What are they? How can you avoid them? Let me show you the way.

  • Aug 05
  • 2008

7 Things For A Successful Website Project

Having a good collaborative relationship with your website designer makes for a successful project. Here's how!

  • Jul 25
  • 2008

Refreshed Look and New Features at Tunnel 7

Release of new blog and audio podcast geared towards helping clients make better decisions about website design.

  • May 15
  • 2008

Tunnel 7 Releases Two New Websites

Well, I'm keeping busy! Here are two projects I recently completed along with a brief description of each.

  • Feb 20
  • 2008

Misosouper Highlights Unique Items

Website compiles unique items in one neat little website built with the popular WordPress blogging system.

  • Feb 01
  • 2008

Giving Nature Unveils Website

New York City based holistic health and wellness center upgrades to a standards based website design.

  • Jan 15
  • 2008

Berkshire-Pioneer RC&D Connects With Clients

New website allows agricultural producers to apply for services online and provides details of available programs.

  • Nov 07
  • 2007

Visual Changes Launches New Website

The premier salon in Western Massachusetts now has a premier website thanks to website standards.

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Why Web Standards?

Simple visual consistency

Because content and style are separated a style change made in one location affects content across the entire site.

Better search engine results

With the code being much more compact, search engines can easily read content and will display better results for you.

Website maintenance less expensive

With visual appearance controlled by a single file maintenance becomes a breeze. No more changing dozens of individual pages.

Accessibility to all devices

Cell phones, pdas, screen readers — a standards based website will render better in these than a traditional tables based website.

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