Manifesto

In an era where websites have become standardized and homogenized by mobile responsiveness and accessibility directives, and where social media platforms have nearly erased the need for personal homepages, I seek to preserve the fading art of 90s and early 2000s web design. The vibrant, experimental graphics and layouts from this golden age of the internet are a heritage worth saving. Like fashion and music, where styles from past decades often resurface, I dream of a time when the early web's unique aesthetic returns to the mainstream.

Modern websites are frequently boxed in by strict standards. That said, accessibility itself is not a bad thing — websites should be accessible to all people and across all devices. However, it's entirely possible for sites to be both unique, colorful, and free while remaining accessible. It's simply a matter of technique.

Additionally, any accessible website can offer an alternative version that doesn’t strictly follow accessibility guidelines, allowing users to explore a more nostalgic and creative web experience.

By maintaining my retro website, I aim to revive the spirit of exploration and individuality that once defined the internet. I invite visitors to rediscover the charm and freedom of those early years, and perhaps, to imagine a future where web design once again values creativity over conformity, while still embracing accessibility for all.