Loewy Design Recognized by 'Oscars of the Internet' for Website Redesign of Facts on File - Science Online

Loewy Design recognized as Official Honoree by the Webby Awards for its website redesign of Science online for Facts on File.

Melville, NY (PRWEB) May 5, 2008 -- Loewy Design is pleased to announce that it has been recognized as Official Honoree by the Webby Awards for its redesign of Science online for Facts on File, an award-winning publisher of print and online reference materials for the school and library market. The Official Honoree distinction recognizes work exhibiting remarkable achievement.

"The Facts On File Science Online website redesign gave us an exciting opportunity to apply our strengths in information architecture, interface design, branding and online strategy. We're extremely pleased to be recognized for our achievement," said David Loewy, President of Loewy Design, which is based in Melville, New York.

The Facts On File Science Online website redesign gave us an exciting opportunity to apply our strengths in information architecture, interface design, branding and online strategy. We're extremely pleased to be recognized for our achievement

To preview samples of the award winning project visit:
www.loewydesign.com/awards

"We are thrilled that Science Online has been granted such a prestigious international honor," said Mark McDonnell, president of Infobase Publishing, of which Facts On File is an esteemed imprint. "To be selected as a Webby Award 'Official Honoree' is a welcome validation of one of our most acclaimed online reference databases."

Hailed as the "Oscars of the Internet" by the New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international award honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites, Interactive Advertising, Online Film & Video, and Mobile Websites. The awards are judged by the International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences, a global organization that includes David Bowie, Harvey Weinstein, Arianna Huffington, Matt Groening, Jamie Oliver, Internet inventor Vinton Cerf, and RealNetworks CEO Rob Glaser.

"The Webby Awards honors the outstanding work that is setting the standards for the Internet," said David-Michel Davies, executive director of The Webby Awards.

The 12th Annual Webby Awards received nearly 10,000 entries from over 60 countries and all 50 states.

About Loewy Design:
Loewy Design, an award-winning interactive agency headquartered in Melville, NY, has been providing online and offline marketing, branding, design and strategic services since 1998. The agency offers end-to-end interactive solutions, including business development, information architecture, creative direction, interface design, search and email marketing, content creation, and technological integration. For additional information, please visit www.loewydesign.com.

About Facts On File:
Facts On File, an imprint of Infobase Publishing, is an award-winning publisher of print and online reference materials for the school and library market--specializing in core subject areas, such as history, science, literature, geography, health, and more. Its print titles are authoritative references geared toward the high school, academic, and public library markets. Its highly regarded online databases range from curriculum-based reference resources to online News Services products. Facts On File has more than 65 years of service to librarians backing its editorial content and decisions. For additional information, please visit www.factsonfile.com.

About The Webby Awards:
Hailed as the "Oscars of the Internet" by the New York Times, The Webby Awards is the leading international award honoring excellence on the Internet, including Websites, Interactive Advertising, Online Film & Video, and Mobile Websites. Established in 1996, the 12th Annual Webby Awards received nearly 10,000 entries from all 50 states and over 60 countries worldwide. The Webby Awards is presented by The International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences. Sponsors and Partners of The Webby Awards include: Adobe; The Creative Group; Verizon; AOL Video; dotMobi; Level3; Adweek; Fortune; Reuters; Variety; Wired; IDG: Brightcove; PricewaterhouseCoopers; 2advanced.Net; KobeMail and Museum of the Moving Image.

About the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS):
The International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences is dedicated to the creative, technical, and professional progress of the Internet and interactive media. The Academy is an intellectually diverse organization that includes over 500 members consisting of leading experts in a diverse range of fields, such as musician David Bowie, Internet inventor Vinton Cerf, Naked Chef Jamie Oliver, fashion designer Max Azria, "Simpsons" creator Matt Groening and Real Networks CEO Rob Glaser. The Webby Awards and The International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences are registered trademarks of International Data Group. For more information, visit www.iadas.net.

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