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Culture Foundry is a unique agency that specializes in helping clients thrive in the digital space. Their uncommon strengths include delivering exceptional design through component-based systems, expertise in headless content management systems, and 24/7 support with a two-hour response time...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- IT Services
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
At Studio 24, we specialize in creating human-centered websites that prioritize accessibility and user experience. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, we help our clients meet real user needs and exceed expectations...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Location
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
With over 20 years of experience in the industry, we have worked with 30+ clients from 20 countries across Europe and North America. Our extensive portfolio boasts hundreds of successful software projects, catering to established corporations and emerging startups alike. In recognition of our innovative web...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Advertising
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- Location
- Zagreb, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Kadeau, LLC is a design studio that specializes in branding and web design, working with a carefully selected group of clients to enhance their brand identities with impactful design and engaging digital experiences...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Located in the charming town of Sausalito, just a stone's throw away from San Francisco, we are a full-service brand communication agency. Our mission and namesake, Good Stuff, represents our passion for collaborating with brands that positively impact people, animals, and the planet...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Larkspur, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We are a close-knit design studio that collaborates with product and brand teams, utilizing no-code solutions. Our extensive experience lies in helping early-stage startups define, build, and scale their MVPs. We have also worked with mature organizations, assisting their design and development teams...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Software Development
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- Location
- Poznan, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Materiell is a Certified Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) that offers advanced WordPress development, enterprise WordPress managed hosting, and support services to enterprise clients across the United States...
Top Services:
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Arlington, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We specialize in transforming brands into thriving online entities by building and revitalizing their online presence. Our expertise lies in creating effective digital strategies that can monetize your brand and achieve your business goals. Trust us to elevate your brand's digital identity and drive growth in...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Business Consulting
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Our design firm is dedicated to building strong brands, websites, and web apps for B2B companies. We strongly believe that brands and technology go hand-in-hand, with neither being effective without the other. That's why we always consider both when taking on any project...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Kollabio is an innovative digital startup that provides digital transformation solutions and services to both the Federal Government and commercial organizations. They offer full-stack digital expertise, products, and solutions to help businesses re-invent models, optimize operations, and deliver technology...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Leesburg, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Teal Media is a women-owned full-service creative agency committed to creating purposeful designs that can transform organizations and enable progress. They have a team of diverse brand strategists, project managers, UX researchers, designers, and developers with over a decade of experience working with...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
3 Owl is a technology-centered branding agency that offers data-driven creative solutions to help clients achieve transformational growth. They specialize in strategic thinking and planning, visual identity, language and communication, and fully customized websites and digital experiences...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Fastspot is an interactive digital marketing agency that excels at creating award-winning website experiences. Our agency is certified as women-owned and was founded in 2001 with the goal of merging design and emerging technology...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Baltimore, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Grind is a web studio that specializes in creating exceptional UI concepts and delivering effective user experiences. Our daily mission is to assist product-based businesses in developing and establishing their online presence to accelerate their growth...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Vide Infra is a digital agency with 20 years of experience and a team of 30 professionals. We provide exceptional UX/UI design, web design, and web development services to clients worldwide, with a proven track record of success working with top-tier international clients. d web solutions for prominent EU...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Software Development
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- Location
- Riga, Latvia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Our agency specializes in the creation and development of e-commerce products, including online stores, marketplaces, landing pages, and services. With 9 years of experience in e-commerce and counting, we have honed our core competency in using the right tools and technologies to achieve tangible financial...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
As a collective of creative professionals, we are dedicated to transforming your idea or business into something that your audience truly desires. With our expertise in design, no-code development, branding, copywriting, and marketing, we are equipped to help build or revamp your brand in a way that is both...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Branding
- Location
- Braga, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Level Level is a high-end WordPress agency from Rotterdam. We engineer complex, large-scale platforms for enterprise and public sector clients. No templates, no shortcuts. We deliver bespoke, secure solutions with an unwavering focus on accessibility (WCAG 2.2), performance, and clean code...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
CommonPlaces Interactive is a digital agency that specializes in developing custom websites and portals to provide engaging experiences for businesses to connect with their customers. Their core specialties include web development, custom portals, and digital marketing services. They have received recognition...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Content Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- North Hampton, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Northern specializes in integrated digital solutions that enable brands to excel through digital transformation. By integrating the core pillars of engagement, experience, and commerce, Northern helps brands improve every touchpoint of their customer's digital journey. Their solutions are designed to enhance...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- London Ontario, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
At our company, we believe in collaborating closely with our clients to create innovative solutions that seamlessly blend style and practicality. Through a meticulous branding, design, and development process, we strive to craft exceptional products and platforms that not only look great but also offer...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Falls Church, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
In 2019, a group of Ukrainian tech professionals with a passion for Esports founded 27 Nerds. This Esports solutions agency specializes in providing consulting, design, and custom implementation solutions to help businesses optimize their Esports strategies...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Tysmenytsya, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
GA Creative is a branding and advertising agency based in the Seattle area. We believe that every successful brand begins with a compelling story. That's why we work closely with our clients to capture the essence of their brand through messaging, positioning, and visual identity...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Strategic UX and design.Bespoke, multi-platform programs.Connection and engagement.Authentic storytelling and public relations.Leveraging our experience, humility, and values, Anomali by Design connects with peoplewherever they're at, agnostic of circumstance...
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- Design Services
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Our team comprises a diverse group of brand strategists, graphic designers, creatives, and problem solvers who work together to transform concepts into impactful brand identities. Spanning across Lisbon, Miami, and Singapore, we are a multicultural team that is passionate about delivering branding programs...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
SoBold are a design and development agency based in London, UK...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Print Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Sundew is a digital transformation and technology consulting company that helps businesses plan, build, and scale digital experiences. The company offers services including web and mobile development, AI strategy, cloud solutions, and customer-focused digital strategies...
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- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
At King Design, we create strong brands, engaging websites, and compelling videos that drive action through storytelling and strategic design. We help our clients craft compelling stories, build cohesive brands, and design delightful experiences to drive acquisition through digital channels. No jargon, no...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ambler, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
At DotDesign, we help businesses grow digitally through branding and web design. As a creative agency, web design firm, and consultancy, we deliver exceptional work with a focus on creating positive human interaction towards technology. With 22 years of combined experience, we're passionate about working for...
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- Branding
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Dalung, Indonesia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Electric Citizen creates beautiful and effective websites for nonprofits, higher ed, government, science, research, arts, and culture. We specialize in strategy and analysis, UX and design, web development, and ongoing support and training, using open-source tools such as Drupal, WordPress, and Gatsby to...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Our digital agency offers a full range of services from strategy to design, development, and launch. With over 20 years of experience since our establishment in 2002, we strive to help brands gain a competitive edge through the adoption of new technology...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- IT Services
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- Location
- Red Bank, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Bornfight Studio is a creative agency that specializes in developing award-winning websites, e-commerce platforms, and digital branding. Our team comprises developers, designers, content creators, and producers who partner with clients to push industry trends in design and creative development...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Zagreb, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Codista is a Vienna-based software agency catering to agencies, startups, and corporate clients. Our team has extensive experience in software development, project management, and design...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
UnitOneNine is a user-centric creative agency that helps brands express themselves through creative direction and digital expertise. We specialize in digital strategy, UX design, brand strategy and development, and overall creative direction to deliver projects that exceed our clients' expectations...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We are a strategic design consultancy that assesses, designs, and develops digital products and services that address genuine needs and issues within any organization. We bring innovation by working collaboratively and dynamically as an active part of our clients' internal team...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Kennesaw, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Lofty Word is a branding firm that specializes in developing brand strategy and design solutions. Our goal is to help clients achieve clarity and confidence in their brand by aligning creative outcomes with their internal and external business objectives...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Since 2002, Daylight has been a full-service interactive and design studio that helps companies establish a comprehensive web presence covering all aspects of digital marketing...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
At Cardwell Creative, we're a modern design studio offering branding, web development, SEO, and video production services. Our strategic approach fuels business growth, and our friendly team gets great things done...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Salem, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
BlueCozmos is driven by the growth and success of our clients. The very foundation of our company rests on the achievements of our clients, it's as straightforward as that...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We are a full-service creative studio crafting unique digital experiences.We provide our partners with exceptional digital solutions that bring strategic value and make their businesses thrive...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
LION is a full-service digital agency that specializes in strategy, user experience design, and development. Our global team uses research and prototyping to gain a deep understanding of user needs, providing tailored solutions that exceed clients' goals...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Digital Services
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Oakland, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Codaxy is a team of 30+ experienced developers, designers, and IT/business specialists who prioritize the right approach and the right people in building quality software. With expertise in Web Programming, C#, JavaScript, Ext JS, and .NET, we employ the latest technologies and agile methodologies. Our...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Matic is a strategy, design, and technology partner. We help teams build brands, websites, and digital products that drive growth. Trusted by GoDaddy, Nextracker, Colorado Tourism, and Toast...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
SLIK is an independent digital creative agency that is dedicated to creating innovative experiences, products, and campaigns for brands that aim to make an impact. With a focus on craft and a willingness to challenge norms, we leverage technology to deliver exceptional results. By giving our clients direct...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Redfern, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
A developer-led Charlottesville agency engineering custom AI agents, websites, and apps - right the first time. Trusted by brands you've heard of and by developers everywhere: our open-source tools see 2M+ downloads every week...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Charlottesville, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Savage Bureau is a design agency founded by a team of three experienced professionals who have been working together for over 15 years. Our agency offers a unique combination of branding, UX design, and development services, making us the perfect partner for any project...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Arora Technologies is a software development company based in Vancouver that offers a range of services, including web development and design, digital marketing, social media, SEO, and app development...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Blenderbox, based in Brooklyn, NY, is a creative agency that leverages digital strategy, design, and technology to deliver impactful solutions. We collaborate with mission-driven enterprises to create human-centered, data-driven, and accessible experiences using robust technology platforms...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Adage Technologies is a strategic partner for organizations, offering a comprehensive range of services to address business challenges and achieve meaningful goals. Our team of strategic, creative, and technical professionals is dedicated to supporting clients' digital initiatives, encompassing ecommerce...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Herman-Scheer is a brand studio and launch partner that specializes in creating brands that forge meaningful connections with consumers. Informed by research and strategy, our approach combines experience and intuition to deliver remarkable results. We guide entrepreneurs through the journey towards a...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Companies
What services do web design agencies offer?
Web design agencies provide a range of services to plan, create, and improve business websites. Their core services include:
- Custom website design tailored to your brand and goals
- Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobile
- UI/UX design to make the site easy to use
- Website development to turn designs into functional websites
- Landing page design for campaigns and conversions
- Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sites
Beyond these core services, many web design companies also support digital marketing, including search engine optimization, content marketing, and email marketing to help improve visibility in search engines and attract potential customers.
Some also offer brand identity, graphic design, and ongoing web design services like maintenance, updates, and performance improvements to strengthen your online presence over time.
How much do website design companies charge for their services?
Professional web design services typically cost $5,000 to $60,000+. Basic business websites may range from $5,000 to $15,000, custom websites from $15,000 to $30,000, and complex or e-commerce projects from $30,000 to $60,000+. Costs depend on scope, customization, features, and development needs.
How long does it take to build a website?
A typical website design company timeline ranges from a few days to several months, depending on scope, content readiness, and required web development.
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ months
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project.
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.
Pre-launch hidden costs
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includes
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testing
Post-launch hidden costs
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirements
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)
These costs appear because a website build quote often covers only the core design and development. Anything tied to licensing, content production, ongoing ownership, or changes outside the original scope gets billed separately unless the statement of work includes it.
What is the difference between web design and web development?
Web design defines the visual interface and user experience of a website, while web development implements that design through code and technical functionality.
| Aspect | Web design | Web development |
| Core responsibility | Defines the design, layout, and user experience | Builds and maintains the website through code |
| Primary objective | Ensure the site is clear, engaging, and aligned with brand identity | Ensure the site works correctly, loads fast, and supports required features |
| Deliverables | Wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual systems | Front-end interfaces, back-end systems, and integrations |
| Key disciplines | UX design, UI design, responsive web design | Front-end, back-end, and full-stack web development |
| Business impact | Influences perception, usability, and user engagement | Enables functionality, performance, and scalability |
Web design's main focus:
- Structure and site design
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarity
- User experience and UX design
- Mobile and responsive design
- Conversion-focused landing page design
Web development's main focus:
- Coding and website development
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Back-end systems and databases
- Integrations, security, and performance
- CMS setup and custom functionality
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What should I ask before hiring a web design company?
Ask about relevant experience, project scope, timelines, revision limits, ownership of design files, mobile optimization, and post-launch support. Also clarify who will work on the project and how progress will be communicated.
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