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One of the most overlooked features on any website is the font size and style. If your website is too difficult for the average person to comfortably view, you could be losing customers before they even learn what makes your company or product unique. This crucial design decision should not be made casually, but instead with direction from a seasoned design professional.
Web Design
Custom Designed Site VS. Squarespace
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It can often be overwhelming when first setting out to design a website for your business, especially when budget is a consideration. Oftentimes small business owners think that going with a predesigned template like those offered on Squarespace may be the way to go and save them money. In actuality, going that route may severely limit how well you can highlight what your brand has to offer customers and what makes it stand out.
Web Design Trends to Watch for in 2024
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Web design is ever-evolving, with each year bringing fresh ideas and innovations. As we look ahead to 2024, it’s time to explore the web design trends that we think will make a significant impact on how websites look and function.
The Importance of Responsive, Mobile-Friendly Web Design
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From smartphones to tablets, and devices of all other shapes and sizes in between, it’s clear that these devices have become an integral part of all of our lives. As a result, having a responsive and mobile-friendly website has changed from being a nice-to-have feature to a necessity. When designing a website for your business, it is important that you can access it seamlessly across all types of devices. Here are some additional benefits of having a responsive, mobile-friendly site:
Custom Built Ecommerce Website vs Shopify Site
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You’ve decided to open your own online shop, but now what? Choosing the right platform to establish your online presence and host your shop is a critical decision. While Shopify has gained popularity as a user-friendly and convenient solution, there’s a compelling case to be made for the power and versatility of a custom-built e-commerce website. So, which is better?
Making Your New Website More Affordable
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Inflation… Recession… The market is up… The market is down… How is a small business owner supposed to budget for anything when the economy is so unpredictable? But we can’t really stop moving, can we? As the owner of a small business, I speak first-hand when I say that none of us should be sitting still right now. Now is not the time to be pulling back or slowing your marketing efforts. Quite the opposite – we should all be ramping them up. If you want to grab any piece of business that’s out there, the only way to do that is to get in front of new customers. And nowadays, the only logical way to do that is on the internet.
Optimizing User Flow on eCommerce Websites
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Did you know a flawless website experience could boost conversion rates by up to 400%? Now more than ever, having a user-friendly eCommerce site is crucial to boosting sales and keeping your customers engaged.
Long Island Web Design Specialists
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The professional web designers and web developers at Electric Bricks build stunning websites for dozens of Long Island businesses. For over 15 years, our Long Island-based digital marketing agency has provided New York entrepreneurs new websites, boosting and enhancing their brand visibility.
The Benefits of User-Friendly Website Navigation
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When someone visits your website, the main goal is typically getting that user to purchase your product or use your service. User-friendly website navigation makes that goal much easier to achieve.
Mobile-First Website Design – What Are the Benefits?
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Over 60% of website traffic comes from mobile internet browsers. And while more people may be familiar with the term mobile-friendly website, a mobile-first website design further enhances the user experience for people accessing your website from any screen size or device.