Website Design Services
Custom, Mobile-Responsive Websites for Small Businesses in Victoria, BC.First impressions matter — especially online.
You have just a few seconds to capture attention before a visitor decides whether to stay or move on. That’s why a strong website needs to do more than exist — it needs to communicate clearly, feel intentional, and guide people toward action.
I design custom, mobile-responsive websites for small businesses in Victoria, BC and across Vancouver Island, with a focus on clarity, usability, and performance. Every site is thoughtfully structured to reflect your brand, support your goals, and make it easy for customers to understand who you are and what you offer.
From local restaurants and boutiques to artists, service providers, and community-focused businesses, my approach balances thoughtful design with practical strategy — creating websites that not only look good, but are built to be found, trusted, and used.
Website Audit Service
What’s holding your website back?
Your website should do more than exist — it should communicate clearly, guide visitors, and support your business goals.
My Website Audit is a strategic, high-level review of your existing website, designed to uncover usability issues, visual inconsistencies, SEO gaps, and missed opportunities for conversion. I assess your site through the lens of user experience, brand clarity, and structure — then provide clear, actionable recommendations you can actually use.
Website Audit & Strategy Review
A clear, professional assessment of your website — with honest feedback, practical recommendations, and no fluff.
You’ll know what’s working, what isn’t, and exactly where to focus next.
User experience & navigation review
Visual design & brand consistency check
SEO fundamentals & content structure
Mobile responsiveness review
Conversion clarity & call-to-action analysis
Written recommendations + next-step priorities
What’s Included With Your Website
Every website I create is custom, intentional, and built to support your long-term goals — whether that’s attracting more local clients, improving visibility in search results, or presenting your brand with confidence.
Business Branding (Optional)
Your website should feel like a natural extension of your brand — not an afterthought. For clients who need clarity or consistency, I offer Brand Style Guides that align your visuals, typography, colours, and tone before your site is built. If you’re looking to refresh or refine your brand alongside your website, I offer bundled packages that seamlessly integrate branding and web design for a cohesive, professional result.WordPress or Squarespace Website
I design custom websites using WordPress or Squarespace, depending on your needs, comfort level, and long-term plans. Each site is built with flexible page layouts, clean structure, and an intuitive content system — so your website can grow with your business. No templates stretched to fit. Everything is designed intentionally around you.Mobile Responsive Design
Your website will look and function beautifully across all devices — desktop, tablet, and mobile. Every layout is thoughtfully adapted to different screen sizes, ensuring a seamless experience no matter how your audience finds you. This isn’t an add-on — it’s built in from the start.User Experience Design (UX)
A beautiful website only works if it’s easy to use. I design with real people in mind, focusing on clarity, navigation, flow, and first impressions. Through thoughtful structure and strategy, I make sure visitors understand what you offer, who it’s for, and how to take the next step — without confusion or friction.Creative Web Design
Using my background in graphic design, I craft websites that feel polished, modern, and visually distinctive — while still remaining clear and easy to navigate. Your website won’t look generic or over-designed. It will feel intentional, aligned with your brand, and built to leave a strong impression.Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Each website is built with SEO best practices in mind — including clean structure, proper headings, location-based content (Victoria & Vancouver Island), and optimized on-page copy. The goal is simple: help the right people find your business and understand your value when they arrive.Website Copywriting
Clear, well-written copy is just as important as design. I write website content that reflects your brand’s voice, explains your services clearly, and speaks directly to your ideal audience. Whether you need full website copy or help refining what you already have, your messaging will feel professional, approachable, and aligned with your business goals.Fast Loading Times
Performance matters. I optimize images, layouts, and page structure to ensure your website loads quickly and runs smoothly — creating a better experience for users and supporting stronger search rankings.Website Training Tutorial
You won’t be left guessing once your site launches. I provide recorded and written tutorials so you know exactly how to update content, add pages, and manage your site with confidence. No tech overwhelm. No ongoing dependency.Website Design, Built for Where You Are
Wedding/Event Website
A guest-friendly one-page hub with date, venue, schedule, travel & FAQs—plus RSVP/registry links (or built-in RSVP with confirmations).
Custom one-page design (WordPress/Cornerstone)
Schedule, Travel/Lodging (map), FAQs, Gifts/Registry
External RSVP link or built-in RSVP (standard fields)
Basic on-page SEO • 1 revision round • ~1 week build
Custom WordPress/Cornerstone design
Single page or 3-page mini (Home/Portfolio, About, Contact)
Gallery/grid setup (up to 24 items)
Contact form + social links
Basic on-page SEO (titles, meta, alt text)
Fast load + responsive layout
2 revision rounds • 7–10 days build
1 week post-launch support
Up to 5 pages (Home, About, Services/Portfolio, Blog, Contact)
Custom creative design in WordPress/Cornerstone
Forms (inquiries/newsletter), social embeds
Basic on-page SEO + performance tuning
Blog ready (archive + single post templates)
2 revision rounds • 10–14 days build
2 weeks post-launch support
6–8 pages (Home, Services, Service Area, About, Reviews/Projects, Blog, Contact)
Quote/booking form with conditional fields
Testimonials & FAQs sections
Local SEO setup (titles/meta, service-area structure, Google Map)
Speed & accessibility checks
2 revision rounds • 3–4 weeks build
3 weeks post-launch support
Popular Add-Ons
Dial in your package with only what you need. From advanced forms and local SEO to galleries, analytics, and training, these à-la-carte upgrades plug seamlessly into your site and budget.
Domain, DNS & SSL Launch
Point your domain, configure DNS, install SSL, and force HTTPS so your WordPress/Cornerstone site is secure and live everywhere.
Site Migration
Move your existing website safely to a new domain/host. Includes database/files transfer, URL search-replace, DNS pointing, SSL/HTTPS setup, basic redirects, and go-live testing (forms, links, analytics).
Local SEO Boost
Optimize titles/meta, schema basics, service-area structure, internal links and a local map to help your Victoria & Vancouver Island business rank.
Google Business Profile Setup
Create/optimize GBP with categories, services, photos, hours and UTM-tracked buttons—more calls, directions and reviews from local search.
Meta Ads Launch (Facebook & Instagram)
Pixel + events setup, core/remarketing audiences, 1–2 campaigns (Traffic/Leads), 3–6 ad creatives (image/video), and clear CTAs that send to your best landing page.
Google Ads Launch (Search)
Keyword research, geo-targeting for Victoria & Vancouver Island, 1–2 search campaigns with ad groups, extensions, and conversion tracking (GA4/UTM/Tag). Built to drive calls and enquiries from local search.
Care Plan (monthly)
Ongoing updates, off-site backups, security scans and uptime monitoring—plus priority support for quick fixes.
Managed WordPress Hosting (Yearly)
Reliable, managed WordPress hosting on my HostPapa servers for Victoria & Vancouver Island small businesses. I handle the server and updating your website so you don’t have to. Pay for the year or pay $40 a month.
Don't think. Just click.
Let’s simplify this —I’ll send a free quote & outline, you approve, we build.