Can I build attractive GUI in Java?

Question

Can I build attractive GUI in Java? If yes, how should I do it? Or should I use some other language or tool to do it?

Answer 1

Filthy Rich Clients is a good book for learning how to use Java to build attractive GUIs that go beyond the usual Swing look.

Answer 2

You can use SWT, which as the other answer mentions is nice for a more native look. You can use JavaFx if you want to add a lot of visual candy, or you can use flash or other technologies and just perform remote operations.

Good luck.

Answer 3

You can just modify Swing look'n'feel as per this Java tutorial.