Below are a number of links which I have either been drawn to from a visual perspective, aided me in developing as a designer or simply ones I am fond of visiting from time to time.....Enjoy!

HELPFUL SITES:

http://www.useit.com
http://hotwired.lycos.com/webmonkey/

FLASH SITES:

http://www.balthaser.com/builder/fx_boot.asp
http://flashface.flashmaster.ru/
http://www.graphic2day.com/#