Is it possible to create good looking websites in just html/css?

Nearly every site I visit uses images, flash and various other elements to create their identity. Do you know of any websites that use just coding? If so, do you think it's possible to create a good looking website in just html and css?

I remember back in the 96 era when the Internet was just starting, the majority of websites were plain tables or coloured (if they were professional) with the odd button image here and there. The evolution of design has happened so quickly, i'm wondering if we will ever see any pure html designs again?