Website design
Attract and retain new customers with great content and user experiences
Enhance your online profile
Whether you require a small web site for a company start-up, a new website that better reflects your business or a more complex website with additional functionality, I can help you.
I have over 20 years’ experience in web design and development and have helped many businesses with the creation and ongoing management of their website.
I can help you to define the type of website you require, provide a creative design solution, undertake the technical development and build and host and support the website for you once launched.
I’ll recommend the best solution for your objectives and budget and ensure that the site adheres to the latest standards, is fully responsive so it looks great on any device and is optimised for search engines.
I’ll guide you through the whole web design process and speak to you in plain-English so you can forget about the technology and just concentrate on the best website for your business.
WordPress web design
I utilise the popular WordPress content management system, and have been building websites on the WordPress platform for several years. In comes tried and trusted as over 34% of all websites are based on WordPress, from small blogs to large feature-rich websites.
There are also hundreds of WordPress templates available with pre-built designs which can be used to build a website very quickly. However, I tend to recommend a bespoke website design which ensures that your site looks unique and can be made to suit your requirements precisely.
Unlike some website design companies that offer pretty designs or highly technical solutions, I offer WordPress website design developed from a marketing perspective, so it is built to meet the needs of your business and to deliver results.
Web design, development and maintenance
Establish your objectives
I’ll work with you to set the goals for your website to ensure it delivers return on your investment.
Research competitors
I'll undertake an analysis of your main competitors to benchmark against similar businesses within your sector to ensure your website is competitive.
Domain registration
If you are creating a website from scratch, I will register a domain name for you. I can help you select the best domain(s) for your website. If you already own a domain I can help you point it at the new website correctly.
Define website features
I'll work with you to prioritise the content and features of your website to ensure it meets the needs of your business.
Develop website architecture
I'll create a website structure and sitemap for your website outlining each section and page of the site to make it intuitive and easy to navigate for visitors.
Creative and UX design
I’ll develop creative designs that make your website visually appealing and provide your visitors with the best possible user experience that works on whatever device they use to visit your website.
Content creation
I’ll create the content for the site ensuring that the text is clear and easy to read and imagery enhances the message that you are trying to convey.
Content Management System
Every website that I build is based on a WordPress CMS that enables you to update and edit it easily from your browser using a password protected administration system.
Technical development
I'll integrate the website functionality with the WordPress CMS including adding additional interactive or technical features that you may require.
Search Engine Optimisation
I ensure that websites are built according to W3C guidelines and adhere to all the latest standards and practices to ensure that they are easily indexed by search engines. If you don't have a Google account, I'll create one for you and register your site with Google Search Console, Google Analytics, Google Maps and Google My Business.
Security and SSL
Every website that I create will use an SSL certificate to ensure that any data transmitted to and from the website is securely encrypted.
GDPR and privacy
Every site follows the best practice to comply with GDPR and privacy laws so you can rest assured you won’t be in breach of any legislation.
Testing & launch
Once the website build is complete I undertake testing on a range of devices to make sure it functions as expected. Following customer acceptance testing and sign-off by you I'll launch the website.
Website hosting
I offer very competitive website cloud hosting or, as long as it meets minimum technical specifications, you may prefer to arrange your own hosting.
Ongoing management
I offer a range of ongoing hosting and support packages to give you peace of mind that your website will continue to run problem free.
Website design costs
Costs for designing and developing a website vary hugely as it all comes down to what you are trying to achieve. I am often asked how much for a website with x number of pages, but the number of pages on a website rarely dictates the price. Factors that affect the price include the complexity of the design, the content of the site including the imagery and copy, and the functionality of the site, which can vary from being fairly static to highly interactive.
I'll meet with you to fully understand your requirements and then provide a full written proposal and fixed budget. This will be defined by the time the project will take and the complexity of work involved. I have also provided some package options below which feature the most popular options as a guide. Contact me to start the conversation.
Website design packages
Complex website
Writing and posting three blog articles
Writing and posting to social media
Regular content updates
Marketing consultancy
Professionally written content
Ongoing Search Engine Optimisation
Registered with Google toolset
Ad-hoc updates*
Domain name management
SSL certificate
Secure hosting
Website monitoring and backups
Monthly analytics report
Larger website
Writing and posting one blog article
Writing and posting to social media
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Professionally written content
Optimised for search engines
Registered with Google toolset
Ad-hoc updates*
Domain name management
SSL certificate
Secure hosting
Website monitoring and backups
Monthly analytics report
Website
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Professionally written content
Basic search optimisation
Registered with Google toolset
Ad-hoc updates*
Domain name management
SSL certificate
Secure hosting
Website backups
Monthly analytics report
Minimum one year contract. * Fair use policy applies
CASE STUDY
Cloud Business Solutions
Cloud Business Solutions is an ERP developer and helps businesses to choose, integrate and gain competitive advantage from the use of Enterprise Resource Management (ERP) systems. They are accredited partners of leading ERP systems including Oracle NetSuite, IFS and Microsoft Dynamics.
I work as an outsourced marketing consultant for the company and have helped them to develop the Cloud Business Solutions brand, set marketing objectives for the company and developed and executed the marketing plan across digital and traditional channels.
Based in Hertfordshire. Available across the UK.
I'm based in Royston, in the North of Hertfordshire but work with clients all over the UK.
Of course I can meet you virtually using Teams or Zoom or Slack if you prefer, and I do enjoy using these sorts of collaborative tools to work with my clients. But nothing can beat a face-to-face meeting and I like to meet with my clients in person, especially at the start of a project and for updates thereafter.
I'm happy to travel to your offices or meet somewhere inbetween, having clients as far South as Surrey and as far North as Manchester.