I want to make my Windows 8 app look good. That’s hard to do for any app and even harder given the structure that everyone expects to see in a Windows 8 Store app. Here are some images that I am using for reference to help me design a good looking and functional app.

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The Style That People Expect

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A Clean Look – Thanks Matt

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More From Microsoft – Tile Size Variations

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Possible Background Idea – Lines

 

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A Lighter Background – Maybe Too Simple Looking

 

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More Complexity – Image Background

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Another Light Background – Simple is OK

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Another Color Variation – Too Repetitive?

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App Bars – But Too Much Transparency is Bad

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Good Transparency and Background Concept – Nice Colors Too

 

 

I will add some more images and I find them. I would like to have a collection that will help me find a good look for my app that has a good balance of simplicity and complexity.