Google likes basic designs that just works. Take a look at their search engine or Gmail to know what I mean. Now you all know that I do not have a problem with basic designs because I prefer websites to be usable and speedy instead of shiny and slow.
Gmail Redesigned on the other hand is too nice to be ignored. It’s a userscript that turns plain old Gmail into a modern looking website that blows your mind away. All you need is the Firefox extension Stylish and the userscript Gmail Redesigned. Once the extension has been installed and the userscript loaded you can visit Gmail to see the changes.
The interface turned from the plain white / blue interface to a darker one that is definitely more eye pleasing. Take a look at the before and after screenshot to know what I mean.
It’s interesting that development for the userscript began just two weeks ago. It’s work in progress, currently two extensions, Better Gmail 2 and Remember The Milk are not compatible but the author promises to make them in future versions. And since he updates almost once a day this is surely going to be soon.
via Lifehacker
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typo mistake: Gmail Redesigned on the other hand is TOO nice to ignore.
keep up the excellent work martin…waiting for your games site!
Wow, that is really a cool redesign! I don’t mind a black Gmail interface. Not bad at all.
This is the best visual hack on Gmail I’ve seen.
Why?
because it “just works” and it’s fewkin beautifull!
I strongly encourage the author(s) to do a similar hack on Reader, Calender,News, etc… You would be a God.