Whenever I feel stumped in regards to designing something for myself or one of my clients, I visit some of my favorite sites that focus on design. They are a great source of inspiration and keep me on my toes in regards to what my contemporaries are up to.

There are a plethora of sites available out there but I really only frequent the following 13.

CSS Remix

cssremix
Premiere source for web-design inspiration and trends.
http://cssremix.com

Pattern Tap

patterntap
A collection of interface design solutions from all over the web, where users can mark patterns they like, and learn from other’s design solutions
http://patterntap.com

The Design Inspiration

designinspiration
To make every designer’s life easier, we decided to feature the best logos, illustrations, websites, photos and patterns from the most talented designers from all around the world.
http://thedesigninspiration.com/

Feed My App

feedmyapp
Feedmyapp is a Web 2.0 Directory with the best and latest web 2.0 sites and web 2.0 applications.
http://www.feedmyapp.com

Logopond

logopond
A place to fish for ideas, Brand and Identity showcase.
http://logopond.com

Communications Arts – Webpicks

commarts
Webpicks features outstanding examples of Web design selected based on a combination of superior aesthetics, technical expertise, functionality and overall site experience.
http://www.commarts.com/webpicks

DesignFlavr

designflavr
Design Inspiration: A visual collection of some of the best talent in Design and Illustration served daily.
http://www.designflavr.com

Creattica

creattica
A gallery of fine design and inspiration imagery.
http://creattica.com

Design Meltdown

designmeltdown
Design elements, trends, and problems in web design.
http://www.designmeltdown.com

Design Snack

designsnack
A user-controlled web design showcase, providing the members with the power to decide which sites are showcased and which sites are not.
http://www.designsnack.com

Divine CSS

divinecss
Showcasing some of the world’s best designed websites (Flash & CSS).
http://www.divinecss.com

Web Design Awards

designawards
A Flash and CSS gallery that showcases and awards the very best and most progressive design on the web. A source for inspiration and recognition.
http://websitedesignawards.com

CSS Mania

cssmania
The most updated CSS showcase in all of the world.
http://cssmania.com