Custom Web Design & Development

Websites That Look Stunning, Perform Brilliantly, and Convert

Since 1997, ImageWorks Creative has built award-winning sites that blend design, strategy, and UX to drive real growth—never templates, always tailored.

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What Is Custom Website Design?

(The ImageWorks Way)

At ImageWorks Creative, custom web design means your site is crafted exclusively for your business—never from a template. Every element is strategically designed to reflect your brand, engage your users, and drive measurable growth.

  • Unique layouts designed from scratch – no cookie-cutter themes, only tailored visuals.
  • Branded WordPress or Drupal development – flexible, scalable, and built around your needs.
  • User-focused decisions – based on data, behavior, and conversion goals.
  • Award-winning expertise – decades of proven results across industries.

We don’t just design websites—we build growth tools. Clean, scalable code, stunning visuals, and smart UX combine to create a digital experience that attracts, impresses, and converts.

Our Custom Design & Build Process

  1. Discovery & Strategy 
    Define goals, brand voice, audience needs, and competitive differentiators.
  2. Design Homepage & Style Guide
    Custom designs for homepage, subpages, typography, buttons, and brand elements.
  3. CMS Development
    Branded WordPress or Drupal theme development. Built for easy editing and long-term flexibility.
  4. Content & Page Buildout
    We design for clarity and user flow—not just to fill space. Includes a mix of basic pages (primarily text with image placement and structured layout) and custom-designed subpages for core service areas that are visually elevated—more like mini-homepages—to truly impress and convert.
  5. Testing & QA
    Mobile optimization, speed tests, and cross-browser/device validation.
  6. Launch & Evolve
    Go live confidently—with a growth plan in place. See it here: https://www.imageworkscreative.com/web-design-services/website-ux-optimization-plans.

Impact of Exceptional Design & Usability

“Your homepage should show what you do in 3 seconds or less. If not, you’re losing business.”

Why It Matters:

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38% of users will leave if a site looks outdated.

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44% abandon sites without clear contact info.

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2 out of 3 prefer content wrapped in a visually appealing layout.

“The #1 website mistake? Designing for yourself instead of your customer.”

We build every site with your customer in mind. Our designs reduce friction, 
enhance trust, and guide users toward your most important calls to action.

Why Go Custom vs. Template-Based?

Custom Website

Template Website

Built uniquely for your brandReused by hundreds of sites
Designed around your contentContent forced into a rigid layout
SEO and conversion optimizedOften bloated or limited
Scalable and future-readyDifficult to customize
More trust and credibilityMay appear generic or outdated

Your website is often your first (and only) chance to impress. Make it count. If you want to impress your customers and get measurable conversions, let ImageWorks craft a custom website just for your brand.

What You Get With ImageWorks Creative

  • Strategy-first design rooted in business goals
  • Custom CMS development for easy content management
  • Mobile-first, ADA-conscious UX/UI
  • Scalable architecture for growth
  • Built-in SEO readiness and fast load times

You’ll also benefit from an agency that:

  • Has 27+ years of experience
  • Has offices in DC Metro and St. Petersburg, Florida
  • Serves businesses nationwide
  • Has won over 50 design and branding awards

Ready for a Site That Works as Hard as You Do?

Let’s create something extraordinary.

Schedule a free consultation or request a custom quote today. Your business deserves more than a theme—it deserves a digital presence built to convert.

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FAQs

Custom web design means building your site from the ground up—no pre-made themes—so your layout, visuals, and features align 100% with your brand and goals.

Pricing depends on complexity, integrations, and content needs. A simple brochure site is less than a robust e-commerce or enterprise site. The benefit is a scalable solution built to grow with your business.

Most custom websites take 8–16 weeks depending on scope. This includes discovery, design, development, and launch—with faster timelines possible for focused projects.

Yes. Every ImageWorks design is responsive, meaning it adapts perfectly to desktops, tablets, and smartphones for a seamless user experience.

We specialize in WordPress and Drupal—two of the most flexible and scalable platforms available—but we also offer custom-coded solutions when needed.