Strategy First Website Design
The problem -
why you’re here
Most websites fail where it matters:
- Bland, generic design.
- Invisible on Google.
- Don’t explain the business.
- Visitors leave without buying or enquiring.
You don’t need another “generic looking” website. You need design that works—websites that stand out, communicate your message clearly, and turn visitors into customers.
Our approach blueprint before build
We design with strategy first, design second.
- Budget before build — no nasty surprises.
- Plan before pixels — clear goals before design.
- Customer-focused — websites made to convert, through good design.
This is how we build websites that pay for themselves.
Websites built for businesses like yours
From cafés to lifestyle brands to online shops — we design websites that fit your business and your customers.
Website Design
From brand vision to website reality
The right look, locked in before we design
These curated visuals—colour, typography, imagery, UI patterns and tone—align everyone’s taste early, so decisions are quicker and rework is rare. The approved direction then guides theme selection, page layouts and content, giving your website a consistent, on-brand finish.
E-commerce
Sell your products online
Fast, Frictionless Checkout
One-page with Apple Pay, Google Pay & Stripe.
Secure & SCA-compliant.
Simple Shipping & Click & Collect
Ireland/UK/EU zones.
An Post, DPD & local pickup.
Tax & Invoices Sorted
Prices incl. VAT, auto invoices.
SEO OPTIMISED
Be found when
customers search for you
Be the first business your customers find on Google. From restaurants to trades, we help small businesses show up when customers search locally.
Every site we build comes search-ready with powerful optimisation tools baked in — no extra setup needed. See What We Can Do For You
What we can do for you
First off, we’ll sort your Keyword Optimisation. Think of it like this: when someone’s looking for what you offer, you want your website to pop up like your granny at a family wedding – right in the middle of it all.
We’ll tweak your page titles, headings, and all the text so Google knows exactly what you’re about. Then there are Rich Snippets. These are the fancy bits that make your listing stand out in Google. Imagine your website showing up with little gold stars for reviews, prices, or even answers to common questions – it’s like giving your search result a mini-billboard.
For Local SEO, that’s making sure when someone in Limerick is looking for ‘plumber near me,’ your gaff is the first one Google suggests, not some fella in London. We’ll get your business info, service areas, and maps all singing off the same hymn sheet for Irish searches.
Before anyone sees the finished product, we run through an On-Page Checklist. This is our ‘last look before we leave the house’ – making sure all your tags are tucked in, links aren’t going to a dead end, your images have descriptions (that’s ‘alt text,’ not just for the visually impaired, but for Google too!), and that the whole thing reads well.
We’ll sort out Sitemaps & Indexing for you too. A sitemap is basically a treasure map for Google, telling it every single page on your site. And ‘indexing’ is just Google filing it all away neatly so it knows where everything is.
Finally, it’ll be Analytics Ready. This means no more guessing. You’ll have the tools to actually see where you stand in Google, what people are clicking on, and what search terms are bringing them in. It’s like having a spy in the room, but for your website, telling you exactly what’s working and what’s not, without any of the headache.
Your questions on getting found online
Will customers be able to find me on Google?
Yes. Every site we build is designed with SEO best practices so you show up when people search for your type of business. We’ll also give you tips on how to keep improving your visibility over time.
Do I need to set up SEO separately after my website is built?
No. Every site we build comes search-ready with optimisation tools already baked in. That means you don’t need extra plugins or a separate SEO setup—your site is ready to rank from day one.
How do you optimise my website for keywords?
We provide page-by-page keyword guidance, making sure titles, headings, and copy are fine-tuned for the terms your customers are actually searching for. This helps increase visibility in Google without guesswork.
What are rich snippets, and why do they matter?
Rich snippets add extra details like review stars, pricing, FAQs, and service info directly in Google results. This makes your listing more eye-catching and can boost click-through rates over competitors.
Do you help with local SEO for Irish businesses?
Yes. We optimise your business info, service areas, and maps specifically for Irish searches. This ensures that when someone nearby looks for your service, your business has a better chance of appearing.
Will you check all the technical SEO details before launch?
Absolutely. Our on-page checklist covers tags, links, alt text, and readability fixes so nothing is missed. This means your site is clean, user-friendly, and search-engine friendly from the start.
What about sitemaps and indexing—are those included?
Yes. We generate automatic sitemaps and give you full control over what Google can crawl and index. This helps search engines understand your site structure and improves ranking potential.
Getting more leads – your questions answered
How will my website bring me more leads?
Firstly, you’ll have one-tap phone calls on mobile. So, if someone’s on their phone, desperate for a plumber, starving for a takeaway, or trying to book an appointment, they can ring you instantly. No scribbling down numbers or trying to remember them – just tap and you’re talking.
Then there are quick enquiry options. This is for when people might prefer not to call, or if you’re up to your eyes. Think WhatsApp, Messenger, or a chat button. This way, even if you’re busy as a bee, you won’t miss out on someone trying to get in touch. It’s like having a friendly note-taker for those ‘just thinking about it’ moments.
We can also get you AI chat available 24/7. This fella never sleeps! Perfect for catching leads outside your opening hours – say, if someone’s browsing your services late at night with a cup of tea, the AI can still gather their details. It’s like having a digital mammy always ready to take a message.
And crucially, you’ll have fast load times. No one’s got the patience of a saint waiting for a slow website these days. If your site takes too long to load, customers will be off like a shot to a competitor. We make sure it’s as nippy as a terrier chasing a rabbit.
You’ll also get simple contact forms. When someone fills one in, that enquiry lands straight in your inbox, no detours. This means you can get back to them sharpish and, fingers crossed, win the job.
Finally, it’ll have an SEO-friendly setup. This just means we build it so that when local customers are searching on Google – say, ‘best chipper near me’ or ‘mechanic Cork’ – your business actually stands a chance of being found. It’s about making sure you’re visible when it counts, not hiding away like a shy church mouse.”
Will my website actually help me get more customers, not just clicks?
Yes. A good website is more than just traffic — it’s about turning visitors into paying customers. That means making your services clear, building trust, and guiding people to contact or book with you.
Will my site work well on mobile for customers?
Yes — most customers browse on their phones now, so every site we build is mobile-friendly, making it easy for people to call, message, or buy with just a tap.
Visual Editor
Take control of your website, no coding, no stress.
With an intuitive built-in visual editor from Elementor, you can update text, swap images, or add new content yourself. If you can drag and drop, you can edit your site.
Starter design
Launch faster with a production-ready layout, swap in your brand assets, and scale feature-by-feature as your needs grow.
FAQ
What is a starter template, and how can it help my small business?
A starter template is a pre-designed website layout you can customise to fit your brand. It saves time and effort by providing a ready-made structure, so you don’t have to start from scratch. This is ideal for small business owners who want a professional online presence quickly and efficiently.
Can I customise the templates to match my brand?
We do all this for you initially. If you wish to do this after the website build is done our starter templates are fully customisable—you can change colours, fonts, images, and content to reflect your unique brand identity. This flexibility ensures your website stands out while still benefiting from a proven design structure.
What are starter templates, and why does Design Web Studio use them?
Starter templates are pre-designed layouts that give us a solid creative direction right from the start. By selecting one, you help us skip the lengthy process of building mood boards and design concepts from scratch. This saves time and money while giving us a strong foundation to customise for your business.
How do starter templates save me time and money?
Because we don’t need to create mood boards, design concepts, and layouts from the ground up, your project moves much faster. This streamlined process reduces costs while still delivering a professional, customised website.
Yes. We optimise your business info, service areas, and maps specifically for Irish searches. This ensures that when someone nearby looks for your service, your business has a better chance of appearing.
Are these starter templates just generic designs anyone can use?
No—our starter templates are created in-house by Design Web Studio. They’re not off-the-shelf or mass-produced designs. Each one is carefully crafted by us, so you’re starting from a professional design that’s unique to our studio.
Bespoke website design
