Best Freelance Website Designers

5 Companies - Rankings updated: April 04, 2026

We evaluate every agency on DesignRush according to expertise credentials and client satisfaction ratings. Some placements are sponsored.

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  • Lounge Lizard

    Growth Marketing & Web Design Experts Since 1998

    Since 1998, Lounge Lizard Brandtenders and Marketing Mixologists Have Created the Internets Best Websites & Digital Marketing Campaigns Yielding the Highest ROI. Ask about our 7 Second Rule!  [... see all Lounge Lizard reviews ]
    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    27 Projects Listed

    Lounge Lizard Services

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • eCommerce
    • eCommerce Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Clients and Projects

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    • Colorado Rafting
      WordPress Website Design Project for Recreation & Travel Company Colorado Rafting
    • Genius World
      WordPress Website Design Project for Nonprofit Company Genius World
    • Axium Packaging
      WordPress Website Design Project Axium Packaging
    • viLogics
      WordPress Website Design Project for Software & IT Services Company viLogics
    • Gold Dust West Casino
      WordPress Website Design Project for Gambling Company Gold Dust West Casino
    • Website Closers
      WordPress Website Design Project for Corporate Services Company Website Closers
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    Lounge Lizard Reviews & Testimonials

    • Roxana Vinueza
      Roxana Vinueza Marketing at Ace and Jack
      5.0★
      Digital Services Review from Roxana Vinueza

      Lounge Lizard is top notch. They brought a level of expertise to my business that boosted our search rankings and improved our online image. I highly recommend Lounge Lizard if your serious about growing your business on the Internet

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    • Anonymous Founder at Medical Research Mobile App
      5.0★
      Mobile App Development Review from Anonymous

      I wasn’t sure what to expect, but these folks really know their stuff. They answered all my random questions without making me feel dumb, which was a relief.

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    • Anonymous IT Manager at Loop-Loc
      5.0★
      Web Design Review from Anonymous

      I wasn’t expecting their setup to be so smooth, honestly. They kinda made everything feel way less complicated than I thought it’d be.

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    Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile
    • Honeywell
    • Disney
    • Dylan's Candy Bar
    • Canon
    • NYU
    • Broadway League
    • Reuters
    • ISUZU
    • Renaissance Capital
    • Agility
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile
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    4.8 4.8 (10)
    4.7 4.7 (27)

  • Handbook

    Handcrafting Websites that Unlock Business Growth.

    Our passion is creating custom websites for brands that care about showing up looking clean. We especially work with early stage startups.  [... see all Handbook reviews ]
    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

    Handbook Services

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Services
    • Business Consulting
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Digital Strategy
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    Handbook Reviews & Testimonials

    • Liz Ryan
      Liz Ryan VP Operations & Marketing at Bloomfilter
      5.0★
      Web Development Review from Liz Ryan

      Handbook handles our website development and web-based front end product development. From the initial concept to the final launch, the team always demonstrates a deep understanding of our needs, and delivers on the requirements quickly and completely.If you're looking for a skilled, reliable, and innovative website developer, I highly recommend Handbook. They have been a fantastic partner, and we look forward to working with them again in the future!

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    • Victoria Lee
      Victoria Lee Director of Marketing at Sketchy
      5.0★
      Web Development Review from Victoria Lee

      I can count on one hand the number of companies Ive worked with in my career that possess the same level of dedication, responsiveness, attention to detail, and trustworthiness as that of an internal team and thats because theres only one: Handbook.First and foremost, Id like to say that if you're considering working with Handbook for your design and/or website development needs, you absolutely will not regret it. The Handbook team goes beyond simply executing our requests, which has not only been refreshing but has also been key to our growth as an online SaaS business.Handbook genuinely cares about our user experience, website performance, and broader business goals. Instead of just implementing what we ask for, they actively evaluate our needs and offer thoughtful recommendations to improve our outcomes.In addition to the quality of work and forward-thinking perspective, we know that we can count on Handbook to be there when we need them. From countless late-night sale asset takedowns to weekend staging QAs so we can feel confident about Monday morning launches, I have never experienced this level of communication and dedication from a company.I would recommend Handbook time and time again to absolutely anyone in need of web development, design, or messaging support. These guys are a rare find and your only regret will be that you didn't start working with them sooner.

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    • ✌🏻Jason Steele
      ✌🏻Jason Steele Co-Founder at Omni Lab
      5.0★
      Web Design Review from ✌🏻Jason Steele

      Pat and team are great web designers and developers who have really helped us out in multiple areas of web design and development. Trustworthy, easy to communicate with, and I feel like they go the extra mile. Will definitely work with the team again.

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    Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile
    • Bloomfilter
    • AppSOC
    • Sketchy
    • Plato Pet
    • Tractor Vision
    • HNY+
    • Ryan Sports
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    4.6 4.6 (3)

  • 23 Saints

    Business Clarity & Web Strategy For Startups

    23 Saints partners with startups and small businesses to craft stunning websites. Our focus is to ensure each client feels and sees the impact of their work in real time. Let's discuss how we can put our skills and experience to work for you!  [... view 23 Saints profile ]
    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed

    23 Saints Services

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • UI/UX Design
    • Logo Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Clients and Projects

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    • Inflix Media
      Web Design Project for Media & Communications Company Inflix Media
    • Herogo
      Website Redesign Project for Media & Communications Company Herogo
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    • HerogoTV
    • Inflix Media
    • MovingWorlds
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  • Artisan Talent

    Matching Talent With Success

    Artisan Talent is a premier creative staffing agency that has been redefining talent solutions since its inception. Committed to excellence, we offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the unique needs of the creative, digital, and marketing industries.  [... view Artisan Talent profile ]
    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

    Artisan Talent Services

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
    • HR Outsourcing
    • Content Marketing
    • Package Design
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts

    Artisan Talent Reviews & Testimonials

    • Kirsten AD
      Kirsten AD Review from Google
      5.0★

      Kirsten AD's Review Sourced from Google

      I've enjoyed working with Artisan both on internal projects and being placed with clients through them. While they don't see the same number of roles as some of the bigger companies, they do tend to get jobs with higher pay rates than some of the other staffing agencies - and definitely advocate for the talent when it comes to dealing with clients. I would definitely recommend getting in touch if you're looking for work in a digital/creative role.

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    • Nancy Antol
      Nancy Antol Review from Google
      5.0★

      Nancy Antol's Review Sourced from Google

      I worked for Artisan as a Contract Copywriter for more than three years. The team did an excellent job finding me a contract with an outstanding company. In addition to a great placement, Artisan provided me with very good benefits, including 401K and some paid time off, which is unusual in the industry. I highly recommend Artisan to anyone who is looking for contract work.

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    • erik johnsen
      erik johnsen Review from Google
      5.0★

      erik johnsen's Review Sourced from Google

      In a world of agencies that are mostly out for a quick buck, they build relationships on both the client and talent side. It is a refreshing change of pace to see such integrity. They are fair and honest people that I worked with for years. If you are looking for talent, or have a talent, I can not recommend them more.

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    Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile
    • HBO
    • SalesForce
    • Indeed
    • NFL
    • Hyatt
    • Paypal
    • Motorola
    • United
    • Estee Lauder
    • Groupon
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    5.0 5.0 (3)

  • Prism Pulse

    Turning Ideas into Visual Masterpiece.

    Prism Pulse is a creative agency specializing in video editing, graphic design, UI/UX, 2D/3D animation, web/app development, and custom AI chatbots. We work with YouTubers, content creators, brands, and agencies across Europe and America, transforming ideas into visually stunning and functional digital  [... view Prism Pulse profile ]
    Location
    Washington DC, Washington DC
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000

    Prism Pulse Services

    • Creative Services
    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Product Design
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    • Arsenanl Media Group
    • Prime Streamers
    • Blackshore
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