Jacob Neilsen warns against animations that flash and pop, something that I too find tremendously annoying. The web site of the Morgan Library and Museum in New York City at http://www.themorgan.org offers a sophisticated example of animation that adds appeal without being overbearing.
The homepage links are simple (just eight of them and no repeats) and feature fly-outs that are clear and easy to read. The color scheme is a rich red, yellow and gold, colors in keeping with the Victorian flair of the museum collection's founder. The only drawback I could find is that the user does not necessarily know how to get back to the homepage from interior pages. The way back is to click on the museum name/logo, but nothing points you in the direction; you have to figure it out.
The entire site is appealing, requires very little scrolling, and is extremely easy to navigate. The site design is a good example of the saying that "less is more," and gave me some ideas for my final project.
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I completely agree with your assessment of the website (the museum is a jewel, too!).
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