Branding & Website Design

Elevate your online presence with a brand & website that captivates, connects, and converts.

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professional brand and website design helping busy professional women to transform their online presence
expert brand and website design giving female entrepreneurs a website to re-launch their online business

You have an amazing product.
Now let’s build you an epic website.

If you're running a remarkable business and want to ensure your website truly reflects the quality of your offerings, you've found the perfect partner. Let's join forces to ensure your website embodies excellence across the board - from defining your brand identity to crafting compelling copy to designing your client attracting website.

With our collaborative approach, we'll cover all bases, ensuring a seamless and professional representation of your business with a friendly touch.

“We chose to work with Liz because of her innate ability to create an emotional connection between a brand and a website visitor. Her process worked incredibly well and we found that her service went above and beyond our previous experience with website designers.

It was far less transactional and instead was all about building an understanding of us, our customers and what we wanted to achieve with the site.”

- SIMON SMETHURST-McINTYRE, ELECTED TECHNOLOGIES

 

Brand & Website Portfolio

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3 Steps to Website Perfection

  • 1. Copy Clarity

    Often, our clients excel at verbally conveying their business's essence, yet struggle to capture the same clarity in their website copy.

    This is where we step in! ( If you want us to )

    With over a decade of experience, we specialise in refining messaging to perfection for websites.

    We commence with a clarity call, gaining deep insights into your business.

    From there, we offer two approaches:

    Guiding you in crafting your copy with a clear strategy, then polishing it to perfection, or we can write the copy for you and seamlessly integrate it into the website during the design phase, offering either complete content or prompts for your personal editing.

  • 2. Branding

    Branding is so much more than visuals. It’s in the way you write your copy, the “feel” your brand evokes, the culture within your business and so much more.

    But of course the visuals have an important part to play. We consider all of the above to ensure your brand visuals capture everything you have or aim to build.

    What we provide…

    Logo, fonts, colour palette, photography, branded collateral such as workshop presentations, instagram and LinkedIn graphics, business cards, proposals, invoice design & more.

    At the end of each project we create your Brand Guidelines, helping you to keep everything on brand and cohesive.

  • 3. Website Design

    With over a decade of web design experience, we understand the crucial role of compelling copy and branding in creating captivating, engaging, and conversion-driven websites.

    Prioritising these initial stages ensures a flawless foundation before we embark on designing and building your site.

    Leveraging our proven strategy, honed through serving 100+ clients, we'll craft a website layout that delights and converts your audience.

    We use Squarespace as our website platform of choice for its unparalleled ease of use and comprehensive features, including invoicing, email marketing, ecommerce, online courses, member areas, and more.

Founder of Ellery Design Studio

Hello & welcome, I’m Liz, a branding & website designer with 20 years experience in the design industry, my aim is to make you proud of your online presence. 

I’ve helped over 100+ business owners shine online by creating standout authentic brands. From helping new business owners create their entire brand to scaling the businesses of 7-figure entrepreneurs!

Want to learn more about how I can create a slick, professional brand and website for your business? Get in touch here

Project Process

Explore our streamlined branding & website process, designed for clarity and efficiency from start to finish…

  • Questionnaire sent, giving us clarity before our first call

  • Strategy call to help with copy, pages and branding

  • Copy and images delivered to Ellery Studio 48 hours before…

The 2 Week Design Process

Monday Week 1 - Design kick-off call
Friday Week 1 - Homepage reveal & feedback call
Friday Week 2 - Entire website walkthrough & feedback call

  • Any website amendments will be done after final call

  • Website & branding handover

  • Tutorials for using your website delivered

Bespoke Service

When we’re working with you during the ‘2 week design process’ our entire focus and creative output is focused on your business, we only work on one big project at a time. Our process is fast and efficient, so your website is online and making an impact immediately.

Trusted Partners

Depending on the scope of each project, we have a trusted set of partners from graphic designers to photographers to developers who we bring in to help when needed. Everything is always project managed by Liz, ensuring total cohesiveness.

  • "I just wanted to say thank you for the excellent job you did on my company website. I was really pleased with the whole process, you brought some great ideas and most importantly produced a website that is slick and to the point. I just received my first enquiry through the website this morning, which given I didn’t have a single one in the previous 4 years says it all. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend you to others.”

    Dr Mark Wood

  • From day one Liz instinctively got what me and my business were about and, most importantly, the aesthetic and experience I wanted people to have when interacting with my brand. Having commissioned many branding and website developments in the past, I knew it could be a real struggle to achieve a coherent look and feel when working with different people for your visual ID, photography, website etc. Liz took care of everything and it flowed seamlessly. I couldn't have asked for a better person to work with on my business brand. Investing in Liz is 100% investing in your business.

    Lee, Sunday Skies, Leadership Coaching Business

  • “Running lots of businesses and having lots of juggling to do, was one of the reasons I decided to work with Liz because she’s a pro in her field and covers many bases. One of the things that really struck me about Liz, is she’s a real intuitive and that’s hard to come by. My business took off really quickly, I was short on time and had a low threshold for things going wrong and she just nailed it!”

    Poppy Delbridge, Coach, Bestselling Author & TV Exec

  • "I had a website made for me over a decade ago. It was due for a serious update to make the site mobile friendly as well as needing a breath of fresh air. Liz was recommended to me and I couldn't be happier with the result. My website is gorgeous! Liz also offered me business advice to communicate my packages clearly and efficiently which was invaluable. Seriously, it's one of the best investments I've made for my business. I thoroughly recommend her."

    Andy M, Pilates Teacher

  • “Having the brand design, photography and website created by the same person was so much easier than project managing several people. She easily created a vision from my thoughts of what I was hoping for and made it come to life, she just got it! She has created a brand that I couldn’t be more happy with. She gives so much more than the value of her service, I wholeheartedly recommend her if you want a stress free, transformational solution to your brand creation. I suggest having a chat with her about your requirements and you will see for yourself!”

    Susan Milad

  • “Liz’s unique design process, that compresses what is usually a long wait into a shorter interactive period, really delivered. At the same time her ability to take our copy and bring it to life through graphics, design flourishes (like the typing text) and really considering how the words interacted with and drove the design, rather than just being “dropped in” made all the difference. The ability to design and work with copy really makes her stand out from the rest of the crowd.”

    Caseworker, Saas Softare CEO

  • “I was able to confidently present my work and offers to potential clients from my new website and I made an effortless £13K in less than 2 weeks from going live! The photoshoot was a complete VIP experience, I’ve received so many compliments and it’s given me the confidence to be visible online, improved my following and social engagement. The design of the website is stunning, (and I am admittedly rather fussy) and it feels really good to finally have a site I am so proud of sharing after YEARS. I would unquestionably recommend Liz!”

    Shamoni Gilani, Coach

Get in touch

Want to work together? Fill in the form and we’ll be in touch to check in with you about how we can help you best.

Or you can book a call with us here.

Squarespace 101

Discover the reasons why Squarespace is the design-driven, user-friendly, and performance-focused solution you can trust for your website and why my clients love it so much.

  • Squarespace offers unparalleled convenience by consolidating everything you need in one platform. With no need to worry about security updates or plugins, everything is seamlessly managed within the platform, ensuring your website is always up-to-date and secure. From sending invoices and newsletter emails to selling products, Squarespace provides an all-in-one solution that's easy to use and reliable. Clients transitioning from WordPress appreciate the peace of mind knowing they no longer have to fret about website crashes or manual updates, as Squarespace automates these processes seamlessly.

  • Squarespace stands out as an ideal platform for users due to its unparalleled ease of use. With intuitive drag-and-drop features and a user-friendly interface, you don't need a tech degree **cough cough wordpress** to edit your stunning website effortlessly.

  • The Customer Care team at Squarespace is available around the clock, seven days a week, ensuring prompt assistance whenever you need it. Their exceptional support has earned them numerous awards for excellence in customer service.

  • Squarespace is an exceptional platform for businesses because it grows with you. With robust capabilities including hosting online courses, membership areas, ecommerce solutions, invoicing features, and more, Squarespace evolves alongside your business needs. Continuously improving its product, Squarespace ensures that your online presence stays on the cutting edge, just as your business does.

  • Each Squarespace website comes fully equipped with essential elements to bolster your SEO strategy. From site descriptions and page titles to custom URLs and search-friendly formatting, all can be effortlessly managed. Additionally, Squarespace provides an automatically generated built-in sitemap, aiding Google in crawling, understanding, and ultimately ranking your website. Delve deeper into understanding and executing SEO strategies by exploring more here.

    I personally know multiple business owners who have achieved six to seven-figures annually through using SEO as a main (and often only) marketing strategy on their Squarespace websites.

  • “Having had experience of running and maintaining websites on a variety of platforms before, including Wordpress, Ghost and custom built code, using SquareSpace was a no brainer for us. Not having to worry about maintaining Wordpress versions, plugin compatibility and managing servers really means our website can do what it’s supposed to do, get us customers, rather than be a chore and drag on internal resources. We were also pleasantly surprised at how easy it is to maintain and update our copy and the flexibility it gave Liz to be able to make tweaks and updates in realtime, rather than having to go back through a lengthy build process.”

    - SIMON SMETHURST-McINTYRE, ELECTED TECHNOLOGIES

Hear from Past Clients

Simon Smethurst-McIntyre - SaaS company founder

Poppy Delbridge, Wellness app founder, author & speaker

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • The time frame varies depending on the complexity of your project. Typically, we aim to deliver a fully functional website within 2-3 weeks when the official design process starts after all the prep work.

  • Absolutely! Our web design services include a brand questionnaire and consultation to ensure your website accurately reflects your brand identity. From logo design and colour palettes to messaging and copy clarity to imagery, we work collaboratively with you to establish or refine your brand presence for a cohesive and impactful online presence.

  • We sure can! We offer comprehensive assistance with your website copy to ensure it effectively communicates your brand message and resonates with your audience. We start by guiding you through the process of laying out your copy during consultation calls, advising on formats and content structure.

    We then proceed in two different ways:

    Firstly, you can write your own copy, and we'll provide editing and refinement to elevate it to perfection for website use.

    Secondly, as part of our website design services, we can craft the copy for you directly within the design process. This may involve us writing the copy entirely or incorporating prompts for you to fill in, ensuring every aspect aligns seamlessly with your brand. Through clarity copy calls, we gain insight into your business to deliver compelling and tailored content for your website.

  • Squarespace distinguishes itself with its intuitive and easy to use interface, integrated marketing tools, ecommerce, reliable customer support, and robust capabilities. From hosting online courses and membership areas to providing ecommerce solutions, invoicing features, and more, Squarespace offers a comprehensive solution for building and managing professional websites.

  • Yes, you can easily connect your existing domain or purchase a new one directly through Squarespace. We can guide you through the process of setting up and linking your domain to ensure a seamless transition or we can do it for you.

  • Yes, it’s all done within Squarespace, they offer reliable hosting as an integral part of its platform. You don't need to worry about managing hosting servers or dealing with technical issues – they take care of everything to ensure optimal performance and uptime for your website. Squarespace automatically backs up your website data regularly, providing an added layer of security and peace of mind.

  • Yes, all Squarespace websites are automatically optimized for mobile devices, ensuring a seamless browsing experience for visitors across various screen sizes and devices.

  • Squarespace offers various pricing plans to accommodate different needs and budgets. Here is the link to their pricing page.