user interface

Chosen is a javascript plug-in that makes long, unwieldy select boxes much more user-friendly. It is currently available in both jQuery and Prototype flavors.

HTML Slidy: Slide Shows in XHTML

JPolite V2: A Lightweight Portal Framework based on jQuery
Think a rougher, less-polished Netvibes. V3 might really shine.

Pay attention to detail, and make sure everything is polished. Don't assume that users won't notice small things. They will.

Galleria--a stylish jQuery gallery script.

Eye Candy is a Critical Business Requirement, 86 slides.

Managing UI Complexity--issues surrounding interface complexity and techniques that can be used to manage it.

BumpTop is a fun, intuitive 3D desktop for Windows that tries to keeps you organized.

Fences is a program, which allows you to draw labeled shaded areas on your desktop, which become movable & resizable containers for your desktop icons.

10 Fun UIs & How to Create Them

A list of recommended reading for the Interaction Design program of the School of Visual Arts.