Here’s a good example of how much difference a makeover can make to a site…
Before/After: Here is a quick comparison between the original design and my 30 minute redesign. Sure, my design could be more polished, but I believe that a lot of the basic elements have been improved upon, creating a more pleasant browsing experience.

Jan 31, 2011 @ 02:18:34
Hey Trisha. Thanks for the shout-out!
I’m glad that you enjoyed my redesign.
Jan 31, 2011 @ 03:02:53
I certainly did – I think this one is your best one yet.
Jan 31, 2011 @ 10:58:16
Thanks! We’ve built up a pretty big archive of them now.
Jan 31, 2011 @ 23:24:40
I know. Your blog is one of the very few I’ve subscribed to via email, so I won’t miss your 30 minute Makeovers. I look forward to them.
Feb 01, 2011 @ 02:04:39
Ah that’s awesome
. If you’d ever like to try you hand at writing for us feel free to get in touch!
Feb 01, 2011 @ 05:37:25
Will do!
Jan 31, 2011 @ 08:48:24
Good example Trish.
I’m coming to appreciate a strong sense of visual design more and more – I really need to subscribe to John McWade I think…..it’s not a money thing, it’s a time thing…..
Paul
Jan 31, 2011 @ 23:25:12
Paul, I’ll email you something.
Feb 22, 2011 @ 20:11:17
Hi Trisha
Came over from Paul Wolfe’s site via your comment.
My answer?
Yes it is worth getting a web design makeover.
Great example you chose to make your point.
Feb 23, 2011 @ 11:26:34
Thanks for your answer, Keith! Glad you enjoyed my post.