Website design for small businesses
Squarespace website design & build
As a Squarespace designer, I create websites that help small businesses and creatives leave a lasting impression online. Whether you need a clean portfolio, a blog to share your voice, or a fully functional e-commerce store, the goal is the same: to deliver a site that looks great, works seamlessly across devices, and reflects the heart of what you do.
By combining thoughtful design with a user-friendly platform, the websites I build are not only visually engaging but also easy for you to manage and grow. Each project is approached with care and creativity, ensuring the end result is aligned with your goals, your audience, and your brand. From concept to launch, your site is crafted to perform, tell your story, and support your business as it evolves.
Why Squarespace?
Built-in SEO
From the start, the site will be optimised for SEO – keywords, metadata, clean URLs, mobile responsiveness, and fast load times. Every technical aspect will be covered to help your site perform well on search engines and reach your audience effectively.
E-commerce, made simple
If you’re looking to sell online, an intuitive store will be built to meet your needs. From setting up product listings and payment systems to ensuring everything is consistent and inviting, your customers will have a smooth and enjoyable shopping experience.
Easy to manage
Squarespace is the ideal platform for anyone who wants a professional website without the hassle. With its intuitive interface, it's easy to update your site – even if you’re not tech-savvy. Everything will be set up for you to manage your content with confidence once the site goes live.
Stylish, custom design
While Squarespace provides beautiful templates, the design goes beyond the basics. The layout will be tailored to reflect your brand’s unique style and message, ensuring your site is both visually striking and easy for visitors to navigate.
Recent projects
Custom website design in Somerset
The website process
Every project starts with a proper conversation – an opportunity to understand your business, goals, and what you’re offering. Whether you’re starting from scratch or refreshing an existing site, the process is tailored to suit your needs. From planning the structure and refining content to designing, building, and launching, everything is handled to ensure a smooth experience from start to finish.
1. Consultation & discovery
The first step is about understanding your vision. We’ll talk through your goals, the type of website you need, and how you want it to function – whether that’s a portfolio, service-based site, or full e-commerce setup. This is also when we’ll review any existing brand materials, like your logo, colours, fonts, photography, and content. If your brand identity is still evolving, guidance can be provided to help shape it into something clear and cohesive.
2. Design & development
Once the foundation is set, design and development begin. A Squarespace template will be selected and fully customised to match your visual identity and business goals. During this stage, careful attention is paid to layout, user experience, and mobile responsiveness – ensuring that your site looks great and works seamlessly on all devices. SEO best practices are built in from the beginning, including keyword optimisation, clean URLs, metadata, and fast loading speeds, so your site is ready to perform well in search engines right from launch.
3. Photography integration
Strong visuals elevate your site and help communicate your message more effectively. If you already have professional photography, it’ll be carefully incorporated into the design. If not, a custom shoot can be arranged to capture brand-led images that align with your tone and goals. From product photography to lifestyle shots, images are chosen or created to complement your content and enhance the overall look and feel of the website.
4. Launch & ongoing support
After the design and content are finalised, the site is prepped for launch. You'll be guided through everything you need to know – how to edit content, update images, manage your shop (if applicable), and keep your site running smoothly. Post-launch, ongoing support and maintenance are available, whether that means regular updates, troubleshooting, or advice on how to evolve your site as your business grows.
Small businesses website design packages
Pricing overview
Every website project is unique, so pricing depends on your specific goals, features, and the level of customisation needed. To give you a sense of what to expect, here’s a general breakdown of typical starting costs. After an initial consultation, you’ll receive a detailed, tailored quote that reflects your exact requirements.
Costs vary depending on the specifics of the project, but here’s a general idea:
Basic website (Up to 5 pages): From £1,000
E-commerce website (Store + up to 10 products): From £1,800
Complete custom website (Bespoke design, content, and features): From £2,500
Ongoing maintenance & updates From £50/month
A personal, collaborative approach
This is a hands-on, one-to-one service. Every project is shaped around your needs, your style, and your message. Clear communication, creative thinking, and attention to detail are at the heart of how I work – whether you’re launching something new or refreshing what you already have. Bringing photography and web design together creates a unified experience for your audience – and makes the whole process smoother and more enjoyable for you.
Flexible options
Choose the support that suits you – whether that’s a full Squarespace website, a standalone photo shoot, or both combined into one cohesive project. Either way, the outcome will be polished, purposeful, and tailored to your brand.