Need to build a website ...

[drivin_me_nuts]

As the title says.. Two options

1. Do it myself. Have CS2 and the site it relatively straight forward.... Interactive booking calendar, private/registered section, may be 15-20 pages max

2. Get it built by someone else.

Now, at the moment the web flow is set up as a set of MS word documents laid out with the desired flow that I need and I can't think(?) of any pitfalls in coding the pages directly using the relevant CS2

However, (and this is a serious question) what would be the advantages of using a professional web designer?

Any thoughts

[shadowninja]

Unless you're lucky, the website will look amateurish. Is this important? Also, you'll save a bundle of time.

[drivin_me_nuts]

shadowninja said:

Unless you're lucky, the website will look amateurish. Is this important? Also, you'll save a bundle of time.

...no it most definately needs to be professional. My target audience is.

[shadowninja]

Then get a pro to do it. Think of it as potential lost business if it isn't up to scratch. It's not just the aesthetics but the experience. They will also advise you on how to best deliver the message (obvious one is no 20 page scrolling).