1. Site Name
Trade Face of Río Negro
Reason for selection: This name was selected to represent the Chamber of Commerce as the visible "face" of business and trade within the Río Negro department. It suggests a modern, forward-facing organization that connects the local community with the wider world.
Domain: nestoredi.github.io/wdd231/chamber
2. Site Purpose
The purpose of the Trade Face of Río Negro website is to serve as a central hub for the local business community. It aims to:
- Promote local businesses through a searchable member directory.
- Inform members and the public about upcoming events, seminars, and weather conditions affecting local trade (agriculture/tourism).
- Attract potential investors and tourists by showcasing the cultural and economic richness of the Río Negro region (such as the Anglo heritage site).
- Provide a platform for new businesses to join the chamber and access membership benefits.
3. Scenarios
These questions represent the needs of our target audience (business owners, locals, and tourists):
- "I own a small startup in Fray Bentos; what are the benefits of joining the Chamber and how much does the 'Silver' membership cost?"
- "I am a tourist planning a weekend trip; where can I find information about the Anglo heritage site and local places of interest?"
- "I am looking for a specific service provider (e.g., construction or legal) in Río Negro; is there a directory of trusted local companies?"
- "Is there an upcoming seminar regarding agricultural innovation that I can attend this week?"
4. Color Scheme
The color palette is inspired by the river and professional stability. We use a high-contrast scheme to ensure accessibility.
Used for Headings (H1, H2), Footer text, and high-emphasis elements.
Used for Navigation buttons, "Call to Action" buttons, Links, and Icons.
Used for Header and Footer backgrounds to create a soft, welcoming frame.
Used for the main body text to reduce eye strain compared to pure black.
5. Typography
Headings: Poppins
The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.
Usage: H1, H2, H3, and Navigation Links. Selected for its modern, geometric, and professional appearance.
Body: Roboto
The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. 1234567890
Usage: Paragraphs, list items, and form inputs. Selected for its high readability and neutrality.
6. Wireframes
The following wireframes describe the layout for the Home Page.
Mobile View
Mobile layout features a vertical stack: Header with Hamburger menu, Hero Image, vertically stacked Event/Weather cards, and vertical list of Spotlight members.
Desktop View
Desktop layout expands to a grid: Navigation is visible horizontally. The "Home Grid" places Events, Weather, and Forecast side-by-side. Spotlights are displayed in a row of three.