Creative web design
& development

The cost of building a website can vary greatly depending on the features you need and the domain name you choose. The basics of website costs include hosting, domain registration, development and maintenance.

Hosting is a monthly fee that pays for the storage space on the server  where your website lives on the internet. Domain registration is an annual fee that pays for a unique address, like www.yourbusinessname.com, so customers can find you online easily.

On average, expect to pay around $500/year for these basic costs when building your small business website. However, if you need more features or additional design work this cost may go up significantly.

The development cost of a website for a small business varies depending on the design and development service provider you choose. Generally, you can expect to pay anywhere from $2500 to $8000 for reputable designers who will create a website that reflects your brand’s personality and creativity.

Generally speaking, maintenance for small business websites ranges from $100 to $500 per month and can include updates, patches, writing and editing to keep them up to date. Understanding these costs ahead of time can help you budget appropriately and ensure that your website is always running smoothly.

Designing your own website can be a great way to save money and express yourself creatively. It may take some time and effort, but with the right tools and resources, anyone can create a website.

There are several online platforms available such as Wix, and Squarespace that make it easy to design your own website. These platforms are great for basic websites, but if you want something more complex then you may need to spend more time on customizing the design. However, this is still a great way to save budget while creating something unique.

When I approach a design project, I like to start by meeting up with my client over coffee and getting to know them. This helps me better understand their passions and dreams, which in turn helps me hear their story and create work that resonates with their market. We then agree on a budget and timeline for the project.

Once the basics are out of the way, I like to get hands-on with the project. This includes everything from brainstorming ideas to iterating designs until we find something that communicates well and solves the problem. Throughout this process, I make sure to involve my client every step of the way so that they feel part of the creative process with me.

After I have finished creating the design, we can part ways, or schedule a review of the project to measure feedback and ROI. After this step is completed, we discuss any changes or adjustments needed. Finally, we create a list of to-dos that need to be completed in order to move ahead with the long-term goals of the project.

The golden rule in web design is “keep it simple and user-friendly.” This means designing a website that is easy to navigate, visually appealing, and focuses on putting control in your users hands. The design should prioritize functionality and usability, while also being aesthetically pleasing and consistent in its visual elements. Careful consideration should be taken when creating a website to ensure that its design is intuitive and visitors can use it effectively to quickly meet their desired goals.