Website Outline Example
Many sites are comprised of First Level, Second Level
and Third Level pages in order to present their information.
A "splash" page or opening page is sometimes used to animate a introduction or to convey a message before entering the main site.

Using the example below, organize the main areas and subsections of your business into an easy-to-navigate system. A simple outline to sort out it's structure is a good way to get started.


◊ Home
▪ Tag Line
▪ Clearly Defined Purpose
▪ What's new or Highlights
▪ Links content
▪ Newsletter Signup

◊ About
▪ History
▪ People
  > Mary Gains
  > James Ford
▪ Mission

◊ Portfolio
▪ Gallery
▪ Featured Project
▪ Case Studies
  > Case Study 1
  > Case Study 2

◊ Services
▪ Service 1
▪ Service 2
▪ Service 3

◊ Store
▪ Products
▪ Special Offers
▪ Shipping Info
▪ Customer Service Info


◊ Calendar
▪ Upcoming Events
▪ Classes
▪ Workshops
▪ Performances

◊ News
▪ Recent Events
▪ Press

◊ Links

◊ FAQ

◊ Contact
▪ Location
▪ map (link)
▪ Hours
▪ Newsletter Sign-up

◊ Terms of Use
▪ Privacy
▪ Copyright
▪ Credits

Types of Navigation

Top Navigation Bar:
First Level pages
About ▪ Portfolio ▪ Services ▪ Store ▪ News ▪ Contact

Left-hand, Drop Down or Second Line Navigation:
Second level pages of current page

Breadcrumb Navigation:
Between levels at top of page
About > People > Mary Gains

Footer/Bottom Navigation: First level pages, credits
Home | About | Portfolio | Services | Store | Calendar
News | Contact | Terms of Use | Privacy | Credits