Being the main partner of a web design company in Egypt, I learned the following new trends in web site design.

1-Android device support is becoming important. Designing the web site on such devices is important.
2-Social relationship marketing is becoming essential for your web site, tell all your friends and family to "Like" and +1 you.
3-Do not become obsessed with Flash, simplicity rules!
4-Less expensive design companies are not better. You get what you pay for! Freelancers can not compete with agencies.
5-Ask for a CMS, html only sites lack interactivity.

Offshore web design is less expensive and good enough, research before buying. web design and development in Egypt usually provides better quality at moderate costs.

I await your feedback.