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Double W Studio has partnered with creators and brands across the arts, lifestyle, fashion, and wellness industries to build meaningful and aligned digital experiences where every detail matters. With over 50 completed projects and a 5.0/5 Google rating, the studio is recognized for delivering refined...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Golden Digital is your bolt-on, expert Shopify and web design team for ecommerce. We partner with small to medium-sized ecommerce brands that have achieved product-market fit, supporting teams of 1 to 25 and annual sales between $500k and $10m. Our clients gain access to a level of web and Shopify design...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- CRO
- PPC
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- Location
- Norristown, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Visiata is a design and development studio that helps businesses build intuitive digital products through integrated strategy, design, and engineering. The studio combines product strategy, UI/UX design, web and mobile development, and ongoing product support to create scalable, high-performance digital...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Brentwood, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Founded in 2024, Superpixels is an innovative startup at the forefront of web design and development, helping businesses across the UK transform their digital presence. We believe that great design is not just about aestheticsit's about creating meaningful connections between brands and their audiences...
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- Web Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Were a human-first, results-driven strategy agency for B2B and B2C brands that want to stand out...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We enhance customer engagement, brand awareness, and streamlining operations, through bespoke sustainable web, app & branding solutions for ambitious food & drink brands. With nearly a decade of experience with cutting-edge brands in food, drink, hospitality, art, and more, we champion environmental...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Green Mountain Websites is a Vermont based web design company. We specialize in small, affordable, WordPress based designs to suit your needs. Our preference is to build sites for "Mom and Pop" type of businesses. We also can take care of your WordPress maintenance needs...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Berlin, Vermont
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Were a full-service team specializing in the design and development of creative websites and feature-rich eCommerce platforms that strategically boost sales...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are here to un-same the digital marketing industry. We are a creative digital marketing agency located in Lebanon and offering marketing and design services to Lebanon, Dubai-UAE, Sydney-Australia, KSA, and Qatar...
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- PPC
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Transforming Ideas into Successful Brands, Websites, and Spaces...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Nampa, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Shopify Plus Agency for DTC & B2B Brands. #ShopifyExpert #Shopifyplus...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Design Services
- SEO
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- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $47/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Based in Market Harborough Leicestershire we have a dedicated team creating the best solutions that work for you...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Market Harborough, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
As a design consultant, I assist B2B organizations in attracting more workers or customers, or in establishing an employee brand. I create websites, logos, and social media presences to help you be found, understood, felt, and contacted more effectively...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Reinbek, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Matebiz is the best website design and development company in India, also catering to superior digital marketing assistance all over the world with sheer hard work, countless happy customers, and creativity as its core strengths...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Hi, I'm Art a passionate full-stack design strategist and AI enthusiast. I focus on crafting unique digital identities that elevate your brand...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Kelowna, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We offer development for web & mobile apps, product integration, custom-made software, extended development teams (nearshore), IT, Web Design, CMS solutions, UX/UI design, branding, SEO and social media content...
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- Web Design
- IT Services
- Mobile App Development
- Branding
- SEO
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- Location
- Hermosillo, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Kural Design understands that the small things make all the difference. Our marketing communications solutions are creative and completely aligned with your brand, no matter what medium you’re using: print collateral, web interactive or even video. You’re looking for results, and we’re a company about...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Evanston, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Tezeract, the AI powerhouse, specializes in Computer Vision and offers innovative AI solutions in ML, DL, NLP, and more. We empower businesses through AI-powered solutions and business automation. We're the secret sauce for businesses, injecting AI-powered sparks into operations and automation...
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- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 39 Projects Listed
Lúdica Web is a creative micro-agency specializing in web design, strategic content and paid traffic. I work in a personalized way for brands that seek a digital presence with authenticity and results. From layout to performance, I offer complete solutions to transform ideas into impactful digital...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- eCommerce
- SEO
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- Location
- Curitiba, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Branding × Identity × PackagingMarketing analysis for growthDesign-support for brandsWorldwide, speaking en/es/ru...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Location
- Moscow, Russia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
GTECHWEBINDIA, situated in New Delhi, India, is one of the best multi-process IT outsourcing firms in India. Our procedures are constantly refined and improved to give our clients a distinct competitive advantage. IT outsourcing services for data, eCommerce, ePublishing, app & web development etc...
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- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $8/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We build tech products that scale...
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- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Timișoara, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Kimmy Tran Designs helps fearless brands push boundaries. A design studio driven by edge, emotion, and attitude, combining moody visuals, bold color palettes, and striking typography to create work that stands out and stays memorable...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
We are a boutique digital agency where creativity and technology connect. Since 2017, we've helped small businesses, startups, and brands stand out and scale up with elevated websites, digital marketing, and brand design...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Storyline is a creative agency based in Joliette, Quebec with satellite offices in Montreal and Ottawa-Gatineau, specializing in content marketing, branding, strategy and web development...
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- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Joliette, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Valtorian combines no-code speed with AI-optimized custom code for web & mobile app development. Our 20 experts deliver 70+ projects in 3 years, helping startups launch MVPs fast & SMBs automate. Benefit from 3x faster delivery, 40% cost savings, and limitless scalability. Your path to market success starts...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Sumy, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Double Coconut is a San Franciscobased boutique game development studio founded in 2012. The agency specializes in full-service game design and co-developmentfrom casual mobile and web titles to casino, mid-core, and Web3 games. Their projects have reached over 5 million players and generated...
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- Software Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We are a web design & web development company in Madison Wisconsin that delivers results. We develop beautifully aesthetic websites that load fast for your prospective clients, provide user friendly navigation, are optimized for mobile use, and enriched with search engine optimization features that ensure...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Madison, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Whether marketing memorable brands, or designing alluring interiors, at Desert Society were passionate about generating creativity to help the people and businesses of the SoCal region shine that much brighter...
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- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
At Boltwood Digital, we offer the versatility to meet your website development needs in various ways. We are more than willing to undertake the task of designing your website from the ground up, meticulously curating each element to ensure a flawless representation of your brand. Furthermore, we are adept at...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Puddletown, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Onexcell is a chart-topping digital branding agency powered by professional UI/UX Designers perfecting logo/brand, banner, website & mobile application designs...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Covers all aspects of the Internet from Domain Registration and Hosting to Design, Maintenance, Management and Marketing of websites, we also run Mailing Campaigns, PPC, Social and Consultantcy services. We are a one-stop-shop for all things web based...
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- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Mere, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Mellow Branding endeavors to encapsulate and echo the heart and soul of your brand in its visuals and voice, effectively conveying your narrative. Through a fusion of strategic insight and exceptional design, we unearth the essence of your brand, weaving together personality, style, colors, and typography...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Barueri, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Providing professional and affordable websites for business in Essex and South-East England. We set up the domain name, create and design the website content, host the site on UK servers, provide professional emails, maintain and monitor the site. We also provide e-commerce and booking system...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Upminster, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Welcome to Studio 68 Web Design! We specialize in creating affordable websites for small businesses in Columbus and beyond. At Studio 68 Web Design, we understand that as a small business owner, you have a lot on your plate and a limited budget to work with. That's why we offer cost-effective solutions to...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Rapp Creative Studio is a web design, copywriting, & media production company in Cleveland, Ohio specializing in helping businesses stand out from the noise through clarity in messaging, custom produced media, and purpose driven website design...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Were a small, creative design studio offering beautiful web experiences, SEO, and marketing integrations. Your site should be working just as hard as you are. If its not representing your brand clearly or driving results, lets fix that. Nordover offers websites that are intuitive, polished, and built to grow...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
I started my business so that I could help others to start working for themselves, and most importantly believe in themselves. I do this by providing services such as website design, SEO, email setup, consultations and more...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Wavell Heights, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Unlock your brand's potential with the premier design agency in New York. From graphic design expertise to comprehensive creative solutions, Tuman is the go-to graphic design agency in NYC for unparalleled results...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Were passionate about what we do whether it is working with a new client on a strategic project, meeting users for UX testing, developing innovative solutions, or just coming together for a team lunch or social activity...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Staff Augmentation
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We're Pair of Ducks, a digital-first micro studio using design and story-craft superpowers for the good of brand kind. Branding, messaging, websites, email marketing we've got you, Southwest Michigan!...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Stand-Up.Marketing helps businesses grow through high-performing websites and bundled digital marketing solutions. We specialize in designing user-friendly, SEO-optimized websites combined with targeted services like PPC, email marketing, and local SEO. Whether youre a startup or established business, we...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
At Elisabeth Hedge, creativity seamlessly integrates with functionality. As a seasoned Squarespace website designer, I specialize in crafting visually stunning, highly functional websites tailored to clients' unique needs...
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- Web Design
- Creative Services
- SEO
- Location
- Von Ormy, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Kait Schmidek is a website designer and self-described problem solver, dedicated to simplifying the process of bringing your website to life...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Buro Punto is a comprehensive web design agency that specializes in working with coaches, offering a holistic approach. Creativity and personal development are fundamental values for both me and my clients...
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- Web Design
- Location
- IJsselstein, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Because we love what we do, creative and inspiring minds produce the best and most modern websites at fair prices. With great attention to detail and equal creativity, we design and develop web presences for your future...
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- Web Design
- Location
- St. Gallen, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
This solo Web Design agency creates stunning websites i, high-converting websites for small business and agencies - specializing in subscription-based Webflow & WordPress design and branding solutions...
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- Web Design
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Kell Green Design specializes in reviving old websites and creating new ones on Squarespace for brands that want to scale their online presence alongside their growing business!...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Mackay, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Jake Dow Smith is a multidisciplinary designer and creative strategist, specializing in crafting compelling brand identities, digital experiences, and visual storytelling. His work combines creativity and strategy to deliver designs that are both impactful and memorable...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Wales, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At NY7Designs, our mission is to empower the businesses that power America...
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- Web Design
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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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
What are the best web design companies in 2026?
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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