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Website Design and Build

A website that works for humans and AI search engines.

We build on Next.js — a modern framework used by some of the world's largest websites. Fast, accessible, built for search from day one. No plugins, no platform fees, no lock-in.

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The technology choice

Why the technology choice matters for your business

Most agency websites are built on WordPress with a page builder on top. That is a legitimate choice for many businesses. But it comes with trade-offs: plugin conflicts, security vulnerabilities, slower page loads, and platform dependency. We use Next.js because it produces faster, more stable, and more search-friendly sites. Here is what that means in practice.

Speed and performance

  • Pages load in under 2 seconds on average connections
  • Images are automatically optimised and served in next-generation formats
  • Core Web Vitals scores are typically excellent out of the box
  • Fast sites rank better in Google and convert better for visitors

Security and stability

  • No plugin ecosystem means no plugin vulnerabilities
  • No database means no SQL injection risk
  • Updates are managed through the codebase, not a plugin dashboard
  • Hosting on Vercel gives 99.99% uptime and global edge delivery

Ownership and control

  • You own the code repository on GitHub
  • You own the Vercel hosting account
  • You own all your content and data
  • You can take the codebase to any developer at any time

What we build and what you get

Custom design
No templates, designed for your brand and your customers.
Next.js App Router
The current recommended approach for new Next.js projects.
Tailwind CSS
Clean, consistent styling that is easy to maintain.
Fully responsive
Tested on mobile, tablet, and desktop.
Accessibility compliant
WCAG 2.1 AA standard as a baseline.
SEO foundations
Metadata, canonical tags, sitemap, robots.txt, Open Graph.
Schema markup
LocalBusiness, Service, and relevant content schemas.
Google Analytics 4
Configured and validated at handover.
Google Search Console
Setup, ownership verification, and sitemap submitted.
Contact form
With email delivery to your inbox of choice.
Image optimisation
Sourced, sized, and compressed for performance.
Page speed audit at handover
Lighthouse and Core Web Vitals report.

How you manage content after launch

You should not need a developer to update your website. We discuss content management at the start of every project and recommend the right approach for how you actually work.

Notion as CMS

Ideal for
Blogs, news sections, team pages
How it works
You write and publish in Notion. Changes appear on your site automatically within one hour. No technical knowledge needed.
Good for
Teams already using Notion, content-heavy sites, clients who want to publish regularly

Sanity CMS

Ideal for
Complex sites with multiple content types
How it works
A structured content editor built into your site. Real-time preview, image management, and fine-grained control.
Good for
Larger sites, e-commerce adjacent builds, teams with editors and approvers

Static with handover

Ideal for
Brochure sites that rarely change
How it works
Content is built in code. We make changes for you when needed, or we can train your team to make simple edits directly.
Good for
Small businesses, one-page sites, sites where the content is unlikely to change often

How a build works from start to finish

  1. 01

    Discovery call

    We talk through your goals, your audience, your existing brand, and your content. Usually 60 minutes. No charge.

  2. 02

    Proposal and scope

    We send a written proposal covering what we will build, how long it will take, and what it will cost. No hidden extras.

  3. 03

    Design and wireframe

    We produce wireframes for the key pages before writing a line of code. You approve the layout and direction before we build.

  4. 04

    Build

    We build the site on a staging URL so you can see progress. Regular check-ins throughout.

  5. 05

    Content and copy

    We can write or edit your content, or work with copy you provide. We advise on structure and length for SEO.

  6. 06

    Testing and QA

    We test across devices, browsers, and screen sizes. We check all links, forms, and integrations.

  7. 07

    Launch

    We point your domain, submit to Google Search Console, and monitor for indexing issues in the first week.

  8. 08

    Handover

    We walk you through everything and provide a short guide to managing your site. You have our contact details for questions.

What a website build costs

Every project is different. These ranges give you a starting point.

Starter
From £2,500
  • Up to 6 pages
  • Custom design
  • SEO foundations
  • Contact form
  • 1 month of post-launch support
Best for: Sole traders, small businesses, simple brochure sites
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Most popular
Growth
From £4,500
  • Up to 12 pages
  • Custom design
  • Blog with Notion CMS
  • Full schema markup
  • Google Analytics and Search Console setup
  • 3 months of post-launch support
Best for: SMEs, professional services, businesses that publish content
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Custom
Price on request
  • Unlimited pages
  • Advanced integrations (CRM, booking, e-commerce adjacent)
  • Sanity CMS
  • Ongoing retained support
  • Custom functionality
Best for: Larger businesses, complex requirements, multiple stakeholders
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All prices exclude VAT. We are happy to discuss phased payment for larger projects.

Rather learn to build it yourself?

We run small group workshops teaching business owners how to build their own Next.js sites using Claude Code. Half a day, in-person, starting in Dorset. From £350 per person.

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Common questions about our website builds

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