Should you hire a website design agency or build your own?
Hire a website design agency. That’s the answer you expected, right? Surprisingly, some businesses think DIY is the answer. The allure of website builders like Wix and Squarespace makes developing a website seem easy. When, in reality, it’s far from it. Your website needs to strike a balance between many things, including pleasing the search […]
Why web accessibility matters in design & development
Accessibility isn’t just a box to tick at the end of a project, or a quick dash to add some alt text to your media library. It should be considered in your website and marketing strategy from the start. When you prioritise accessibility, everyone wins. Your site becomes easier to use, performs better, ranks higher […]
How do you decide if you need a rebrand or brand refresh?
Let’s cut to the chase: your brand can’t stay in the ‘set it and forget it’ mode forever. Many Businesses often don’t realise their brand is outdated until they see the effects, like declining sales and reduced visibility. Evaluating your brand’s identity and marketing strategy is the perfect opportunity to align with market trends and […]
7 ways to improve your website’s UX in 2025
Think about the last website you visited. Did you end up buying something straight away? Or did you feel like you were in a labyrinth navigating its menu? Whatever the website, you want to experience it with ease. The website (or app) has to work for you, not against you. If it feels cumbersome to […]
The battle between aesthetics and functionality in website design
There is a careful balancing act between aesthetics and functionality when it comes to good user experience (UX). Get it right; you’ll generate more conversions and stand out. Get it wrong, and you lose users’ interest. Even today, we see brands prioritise one over the other. Take the Uniqlo website, for example. Uniqlo redesigned its homepage […]
Top five factors behind great website design
What makes a great website? While a website with all the bells and whistles seems appealing, success comes from simplicity. This applies to every aspect, from how users navigate your website to how they interact with your brand. Back in January, we set some website design predictions for 2024, which many brands have adopted this […]
Is WordPress good for every type of website?
WordPress. What was once a blogger’s paradise is now a global content management system (CMS) for websites everywhere. You’ve probably heard of it by now. It’s been here since 2003 – the same year Beyoncé left Destiny’s Child. Coincidence? We think not. Even 20 years on, these superstars still outshine whoever comes in their way. […]
Top website design trends & predictions for 2024
Top website design trends & predictions for 2024 As an award-winning web design agency, our team of specialist web developers and designers are always on top of the latest trends and seeking new ways to combine aesthetics with functionality. Let’s dive into the key trends that shaped 2023 and discover the trends that will dominate […]
WordPress, HTML5 or Shopify: 3 best website platforms compared
If you want a new website, turning to a website design agency will get you the best results. But before you decide on your website’s look and feel, you must determine how you want it built. You may want to sell products or require a platform you can easily update with content. There are many […]
The heavyweight battle between website design and site speed.
As a full-service digital marketing agency, we often find ourselves asking customers to face a trade-off between web design and site speed. The web is an ever-changing and evolving environment; one of the most important aspects of keeping up with this change is ensuring that your website has a strong foundation, which is made up […]