The problem is compounded when you have to leave the site map to get to the destination you want. Reflect the individual character of the content, but make it clear that it's a sub-section of the overall website. By way of conclusion, it's worthwhile placing more emphasis on the architecture of your site, not only because it makes for a more satisfying user experience and reinforces the client's image and branding, but also because it saves you time in the long run. Designing a set of discrete, well-defined spaces makes the navigation system simply fall into place. It also saves time when reworking the site in the future.
Architects know a thing or two when it comes to designing something that lasts.
Since then, Karen has been involved in web and multimedia projects of all kinds, from creative arts-based projects to corporate work at international level. Recommended Books Information Architects by Richard Saul Wurman, pub. O'Reilly - more specific application of the principles of information architecture to the particular requirements of the web Designing Web Navigation, by Jennifer Fleming, pub. Inc. All Rights Reserved.