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Website design & delivery.
I create engaging user experiences with my full-stack digital design skills.
Hand coding: from the ground up, 100% written locally with a lean totally controlled build. Responsive CSS and bringing in any functionality that’s needed with CSS, HTML5, JavaScript and SVG tech. Front end coding for product builds. Prototyping and element creation. Ride on the digital tide.
Browser build: primarily using Squarespace since 2015 for clients to build a variety of websites. Rescued people from WordPress more than once (needs specialists). Website + product design & build in Webflow for more custom builds. Wix Studio. Figma. XD. Framer + eCommerce builds in Squarespace, Shopify, Pretix and more.
CMS build: Custom CMS build such as Cactuslab’s Supermodel CMS, or using systems like Hubspot for CRM website page integrations. CMS systems are made to be used and I can be the go-to to get it all done.
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Website design and development story
An new journey in the digital realm began in the late 90s, at the dawn of the internet era. Starting with hand-coded websites using HTML, Flash, and PHP, the foundational tools of early web development. As the internet evolved, so did the skill set. Embracing the rise of CSS for front-end development, adeptly incorporated JavaScript and jQuery to create dynamic, interactive web experiences.
1990s Website design while working at Terabyte for ENZA with a design to make the fruit pop with their beautiful colours.
2000s Website design for Karen Murrell using HTML, CSS and JavaScript Jquery plug ins.
Modern build in the browser responsive designs for many clients dominated the build landscape from 2010 onwards - and here we are.
In the early 2000s, as Content Management Systems (CMS) began to revolutionize website management, I transitioned into building front ends for these platforms, leveraging the growing power and flexibility of CSS and HTML. This allowed me to design and construct sophisticated front ends that were design-led, highly functional, and user-friendly.
As the web continued to advance, I expanded expertise to include popular website platforms with robust tech backends such as Squarespace, WordPress, Wix, and Shopify. The advances in proficiency in these platforms, combined with custom coding capabilities, enabled the creation of bespoke websites tailored to the unique needs of each client. The combination of design and technical skills allowed me to deliver responsive solutions that bridged brand voice and functionality.
With the advent of Webflow, I instantly fell in love with this powerful platform, further enhancing design and build of dynamic responsive websites without sacrificing creative freedom. With extensive experience, from hand-coding in the 90s to integrating with modern web platforms, underscores my understanding of the web development landscape.
My expertise spans the entire spectrum of web design and development. From conceptual design to detailed front-end builds for developers creating products, the work showcases a blend of design and technical solutions. This unique combination ensures that every project not only meets but exceeds client expectations, resulting in web experiences that promote the brand voice and deliver.