From Concept to Launch: Our Website Design Process Explained

At Norris Design, we believe that a website is more than just a collection of pages: it’s your digital storefront, your brand ambassador, and a key tool for growing your business. That’s why we take a collaborative, structured approach to every website we design, ensuring your vision comes to life from the very first conversation all the way to launch.

1. Discovery: Let’s Hear Your Vision

Every project begins with a conversation. We schedule a call or meeting with you to dive deep into your business, your goals, and your vision for the website. What do you need? What do you want? Are there features or design elements that are must-haves? This step ensures we fully understand your expectations so that we can build a website that truly represents your brand.

2. Planning: Mapping Out the Direction

After our discovery meeting, our team gets to work behind the scenes. Our Creative Director takes your ideas and maps out the project direction, from overall layout to the look and feel of your site. This planning stage ensures every design decision aligns with your brand and your audience before it even reaches the design team.

3. Design: Crafting the Desktop Version

Next, our designers bring the vision to life with a desktop version of your site. Depending on the complexity and number of pages, this typically takes about four weeks. The desktop draft gives you a clear picture of the layout, functionality, and overall aesthetic of your website.

4. Client Review: Your Feedback Matters

Once the desktop draft is ready, we send it to you for review. Your input is key! We’ll make adjustments, answer questions, and ensure every detail aligns with your expectations. Only once you approve the design do we move forward to the next stage.

5. Mobile Optimization: Designed for Every Device

With desktop approval in hand, we create the mobile version of your website. Mobile optimization is crucial for user experience and search visibility, so we ensure your site looks and functions perfectly across all devices. You’ll have the opportunity to provide feedback before finalizing this version as well.

6. Final Approval & Launch

After the mobile version is approved, we complete the final touches and prepare your site for launch. Our billing is simple and transparent: a 50% deposit before we get started, and the remaining 50% due upon final approval, before publishing your site live.

7. Optional SEO Services

A beautiful website is only the first step. To help your site reach its full potential, we offer SEO services that can be implemented after launch. From optimizing content to boosting search engine visibility, our SEO strategies help your website perform as beautifully as it looks.

Your website should do more than just exist: it should impress, engage, and convert. From the first call to the final launch, we guide you through every step of the process to ensure your vision becomes reality.

What are you waiting for? Schedule a free consultation today and get a quote for your website!