Custom Website Design Service

Award-winning websites that get results

At The Story, our web design service is not just about creating visually appealing websites; it’s about delivering results. We take pride in designing award-winning websites that not only stand out in design but also drive business growth.

We believe that every business is unique, and so should be its website. That’s why our web design service is tailored to meet your specific business needs and goals. Whether you’re looking to increase brand awareness, generate leads, or boost sales, we have the expertise and creativity to design a website that delivers results.

User Focused Websites Produce Results

A visually appealing website is an excellent beginning point, and it certainly enhances your brand’s image. However, a truly effective web design service goes beyond aesthetics.

A well-executed web design service creates a website that is not only engaging but also easy to read. It simplifies navigation and comprehension, helping visitors grasp the value of your offerings. Moreover, it facilitates their decision-making process, encouraging them to do business with you.

A website designed through a comprehensive web design service should embody the following characteristics:

  • ​It must be easy to read
  • ​Content is easily skimmed
  • Short sentences and paragraphs​
  • Compelling calls to action
  • Mobile experience must be excellent
  • Balance of design and content feels natural

If your website has multiple problems, you’re probably missing out on a lot of business.
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Our Web Design Service

At The Story, our web design service goes beyond creating aesthetically pleasing websites. We believe in building websites that not only look good but also perform well. Our comprehensive web design service is designed to deliver a website that aligns with your business goals and resonates with your target audience.

Mobile Design

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Your website performs on smartphones the way you need it to. We are experienced with dedicated mobile design and mobile AMP development.

WordPress Web Design

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Most of our websites are developed in WordPress, leveraging its SEO and blogging strengths. Our clients also have the ability to make changes themselves.

Responsive Design

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Your website will be designed and developed to work well on all screen sizes, including large screens, notebooks, tablets and smartphones.

WHY CHOOSE US AS YOUR WEB DESIGN COMPANY

Choosing the right web design company is a crucial decision that can significantly impact your online presence. At The Story, we understand this, and that’s why we strive to provide more than just a service – we offer a partnership.

As your web design company, we work closely with you to understand your business, your goals, and your audience. This understanding allows us to create a website that is not only visually appealing but also effective in achieving your business objectives.

Our team of experienced web designers and developers are committed to delivering high-quality, custom websites that are optimized for both desktop and mobile devices. We focus on creating engaging, user-friendly designs that offer an excellent user experience and help to increase your online visibility.

But our work doesn’t stop at design and development. As a full-service web design company, we also offer ongoing support and maintenance to ensure your website remains up-to-date and continues to deliver results.

So, if you’re looking for a web design company that goes beyond creating beautiful websites and offers a comprehensive solution tailored to your needs, look no further than The Story. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and discover how we can help your business succeed online.

Web Design Portfolio

Imagine what it’s like to have a beautifully designed website that gets you new business.
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Custom Website Design

All of our website design work we do is custom. Your website will be designed and developed uniquely for you.

At The Story, we work with our clients to understand who your company is and what you want for your website. We provide multiple concepts and work with you to get the right look and feel for your website.

Our capabilities include

  • Working with stock photos and photos you provide us
  • Finding the right icons for your site
  • Aligning with your brand
  • Wow factor animation
  • Caricatures

You’ve got a great company. We want to design and develop a great website for you that is built for your company’s success.

Vertical Markets

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Professionals

Law Firms, Accountants, Investment Advisers, Mortgage Agents, Engineers, Architects
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Medical

Clinics, Doctors, Dentists, Chiropractors, Massage Therapists, Therapists
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Technology

Software Developers, Hardware Manufacturers, Technology Resellers, Technology Service Providers
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Non-Profit

International Charities, Churches, Sports Clubs, Associations, Cultural Charities
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Manufacturing

Manufacturers of any type of product selling direct or indirect, B2B or B2C
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Ecommerce

Companies selling products and services online where they are taking order online

How It Works

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Contact The Story

Is your website doing what you want? If it’s not, decide you need better.
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Requirements Consultation

We work with you to determine how your website will look and what will be in it.
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Custom Designed for You

We design a website that you love and that’s designed to meet your business goals.
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The website design and concept work The Story Web Design & Marketing completed for Maple Grove was outstanding! We had a functional site which was tired looking and provided very little “WOW”  to prospective campers and parents. It said very little about who we really were. The Story Web Design took the time to understand our mission and our culture and translated this knowledge into an exciting new face for our camp. This past summer was one of our most successful ever and we believe that the new website had a direct impact on capturing the attention of our prospective campers and rental groups.
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FAQS

How does The Story Web Design Work?

If you are looking for a new website, with The Story Web Design & Marketing, it starts with a discover so that we can your requirements and business goals. We will then review a proposed solution with you to ensure what we are proposing aligns with your needs.

When you decide to move forward with us, the process will start with a kickoff meeting, followed by weekly meetings until your project is finished. It could take 2 weeks or 20 weeks depending on a variety of factors.

If you need us to create a new logo or if you need copywriting (the text for your website) done, it starts at the kickoff meeting. Once we have your logo and vision for your website, we start creating the plan to design and develop your website.

  1. In our initial design phase, we create multiple concepts and you choose the design you like best.
  2. We then continue to design the rest of the pages for your website.
    Then we develop the website for you and ensure it is mobile optimized.
  3. Your website is tested to ensure it works properly across platforms, browsers and screen sizes.

How many hours does it take to design a website?

The time to create a website various significantly between different projects. Our projects typically take from two to fifteen weeks to complete.

The steps for creating a website include defining the project, crafting designs, developing the site, testing, and launching. Depending on the requirement, there may be additional steps as well. Each phase, while differing in complexity, requires attention to detail and time investment.

In the initial weeks, we primarily focus on understanding our client’s vision, competitors, target audience, and the website’s intended functionality. With that foundation, we commence the design phase, often consuming two to three weeks, to craft aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly interfaces. Thereafter, actual website development begins, translating the designs into functional pages. This stage might last anywhere from two to five weeks.

The final stages include rigorous testing for bugs, performance issues, or design inconsistencies before the website launch. Post-launch, we also offer maintenance and updates, ensuring your website remains relevant and functional over time.

Thus, while we aim for efficiency, we don’t compromise on quality. Each website is a unique undertaking, and our timeframes respect the need for personalized, high-quality digital solutions for our clients.

How much does a web design service cost?

The cost of a website can vary greatly. Asking about how much a website costs would be like asking a builder about the price of a new home, or a car dealer about the cost of a new vehicle – the answer hinges on many variables.

In the case of websites, factors that impact cost include the size (or the number of pages), the design sophistication (visual appeal), and ecommerce capabilities (the ability to facilitate transactions directly from your site). These are just a few of the variables that influence cost.

Given this degree of variability, the range of cost for a new website that The Story Web Design & Marketing creates could vary anywhere from 3K to 50K. When we initially engage with a prospective client who needs a new website, our primary objective is to understand their business objectives, specific requirements, and their budget.

Once we have these details, we assess them holistically and generate one or more options that align with their needs. Our aim is to provide our clients with options that best suit their business objectives, requirements, and budget so that they can choose the best option for their business that brings them the maximum value.

Is it worth paying for a website design service?

Whether it is worth paying for a website design service depends on your goals, budget, time, and expertise.

If your requirements for a website are basic and the quality of its look isn’t that important, it’s possible to create a simple professional website. There are many tools and resources you can take advantage of.

However, you will want to use a professional website design service if:

  1. You don’t have a lot of time
  2. Your website needs are more complex
  3. You value a professionally designed look and feel

For businesses, in particular, a website is often the first point of contact with potential customers. A professionally designed website can help in making a strong first impression, enhancing your brand’s credibility, and improving customer engagement.

A good web design expert can also bring a wealth of knowledge on user experience, SEO, responsive design, and web accessibility. These factors are vital in ensuring that your website performs optimally, ranks well on search engines, and can be accessed by a wide range of users, including those with disabilities.

And creating a website takes a lot of time, especially for someone with little to no experience in web design. If you value your time or if your time could be better spent elsewhere then hiring a professional web design service could be better for you.

How Often Should My Website Be Updated?

Big companies like Coca-Cola or Ford tend to revamp their websites annually. However, these are the exception to the frequency most companies should update their websites with.

The schedule of getting a new website should primarily be dictated by its relevance to your current business and website. In other words, when your website stops accurately represent your business, including the services you render, your brand identity, or any other pertinent aspects, it’s time for an update.

In most cases, the determining factor is not a rigid time frame but the alignment of your digital presence with your business’s evolving reality. If you are looking for a specific time period of when you should get a comprehensive website overhaul, we would give you a broad range – anywhere between 3 to 8 years.

The variation in the amount of time between new websites is based on several factors such as changes in your business, the market environment, customer preferences, or digital technology trends. For instance, if you diversify your product offerings or undergo a brand overhaul, it’s essential to promptly reflect these changes on your website.

Get a website that you are guaranteed to love.