Google’s home page is a tribute to minimalism. It is simple and to the point. Some would call it bland. Well, now art meets Google:

“SAN FRANCISCO — Google Inc.’s once-austere Web site is turning into an eclectic art gallery.

Hoping to spur more customization of its home page, the Internet search leader has unveiled a lineup of colorful graphics dreamed up by a mix of creative souls, ranging from fashion designer Oscar de la Renta to the rock group Coldplay.”

link: Google unveils eclectic mix of designs by prominent artists

Now the user can personalize with ’skins’. Google can be colorful. A good portion of Google users will stay with the old form. It has become Google’s signature. Bland can be cool too.

Catherine Forsythe
Director of Operations
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