Custom Squarespace
Website Design Services
Service–Based Brands
Professional, optimized and fully functional Squarespace websites for service-based businesses and online entrepreneurs.
A DIGITAL EXPERIENCES THAT RESONATE
Whether you're starting from scratch or revamping your online presence, we collaborate to design a Squarespace website that's both beautiful and functional.
With intention and strategy at the core, we'll ensure it's user-friendly, aligns with your brand, and engages your audience effectively. We prioritize user-centric design, ensuring that every visitor feels engaged and connected to your brand, laying the foundation for lasting online relationships.
design meets purpose
Do any of these sound familiar?
If you answered YES! to one or more of the below, you’re in the right place.
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Design Overwhelm and Uncertainty
The vast world of web design can be daunting for most. You may not know where to begin, which platform to choose, or how to structure your content. This uncertainty can lead to procrastination or settling for a subpar online presence.
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Time Constraints and Lack of Expertise
You’re stretched thin and already juggling various responsibilities. Designing a website requires time, effort, and specific expertise you may not possess. As a result, the task gets indefinitely postponed or executed without the necessary attention to detail.
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Lack of Brand Differentiation
Utilizing generic templates or pre-made designs can make a business feel indistinguishable from competitors. You need a website that authentically represents your brand, resonates with their target audience, and sets you apart in the marketplace.
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Need for Better user Experience
A site that's not tailored to the business's target audience can lead to user confusion, decreased engagement, and lost sales or leads. You need a design that’s intuitive, easy to navigate, and optimized for conversions.
Our Custom
Squarespace Packages
Custom Designed Website
Timeline: 4-6 weeks
Starting investment: $5,497
This package is an ideal choice for those who see their website as an investment in their brand's future, valuing originality, adaptability, and precision. Whether you're a burgeoning startup aiming to stand out, an established business seeking to elevate your brand, or a professional desiring a unique digital footprint, a tailor-made site ensures that your specific needs, aesthetics, and functionalities are met without compromise
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A completely customized Squarespace Website created for both desktop & mobile devices for up to 5 pages
Basic Squarespace SEO
CSS Customizations & Plugins
Up to 3, 3rd party integrations
Domain connection
Social media integrations
Newsletter integration
Blog or portfolio set-up (3 individual items max)
Pop-up (opt-in for email marketing)
Custom 404 error page
Content creation guides
3 rounds of edits
Full ownership & complete control upon completion of project
20% off annual Squarespace plan for first year
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Brand clarity & website strategy session - 1 hour
Design strategy session - 1 hour
Update Zoom calls - 2 hours
Live hand-off call which includes a Squarespace lesson (after completion) - 1.5 hours
Unlimited email support during project dates
14 Days of technical support by email post project dates
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Squarespace yearly business plan fee
Advanced SEO (outside Squarespace)
Copywriting (copy, text)
Branding Packages
Website Images (unless stock image sourcing package purchased)
3rd Party Setup or Maintenance
Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, Return Policy & Shipping Policies (talk to me about options)
Custom illustrations, fonts, paintings, or calligraphy, etc.
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Brand guide including logo pack
All site copy (we have a copywriting service if required)
Pinterest inspiration board
All website images (we offer stock image search if required)
Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, Return Policy & Shipping Policies (talk to me about options)
Fill out our questionnaires
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You’re ready to build an online presence with someone who will combine your vision with their expertise.
You’ve taken the time to review our portfolio and feel connected to the way we design.
You’re open to new ideas, ready to trust an expert, and willing to follow the process.
You recognize the value of a well-designed, functioning website created properly from the ground up.
You’re invested in your brand, committed to the process, and ready to engage and participate fully.
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Most projects are run on a 4-6 Week schedule. This will depend on the amount of pages your site will require and the add-ons requested (project scope). We will decide on the time-frame once the package has been chosen and the project scope and quote have been approved.
One Page Website
Timeline: 2-4 days
Starting investment: $1,500
A one-page website is ideal for entrepreneurs, startups, or businesses looking for a concise digital footprint. Whether you're launching a new service, showcasing a portfolio, or creating an event landing page, a one-page site offers a streamlined user experience, making it easy for visitors to absorb information quickly and take action.
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A completely customized one-page Squarespace Website created for both desktop & mobile devices
Basic Squarespace SEO
CSS Customizations
1 x 3rd party integration
Domain connection
Social media integrations
Newsletter integration
Custom 404 error page
Content creation guides
2 rounds of edits
Full ownership & complete control upon completion of project
20% off annual Squarespace plan for first year
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Design strategy session - 1 hour
Live hand-off call which includes a Squarespace lesson (after completion) - 1 hour
Unlimited email support during project dates
14 Days of technical support by email post project dates
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Squarespace yearly business plan fee
Advanced SEO (outside Squarespace)
Copywriting (copy, text)
Branding Packages
Website Images (unless stock image sourcing package purchased)
3rd Party Setup or Maintenance
Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, Return Policy & Shipping Policies (talk to me about options)
Custom illustrations, fonts, paintings, or calligraphy, etc.
Blog or Portfolio setup
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Brand guide including logo pack
All site copy (we have a copywriting service if required)
Pinterest inspiration board
All website images (we offer stock image search if required)
Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, Return Policy & Shipping Policies (talk to me about options)
Fill out our questionnaires
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You’re launching a new service and just need a landing page to deliver your message.
You’re a start-up or new businesses: Those in the early stages might opt for a one-page site to establish an online presence quickly.
You need a quick and simple website for a specific event like weddings, conferences, or product launches.
Professionals like photographers, writers, or artists might use a one-page website to showcase their work.
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Most one-page website projects take 2-4 days to complete. This will depend on the complexity and scope of the site/page. We will decide on the time-frame once the package has been chosen and the project scope and quote have been approved.
Our Custom
Squarespace Packages
Custom Designed Website
Timeline: 4-6 weeks
Starting investment: $4,897
This package is an ideal choice for those who see their website as an investment in their brand's future, valuing originality, adaptability, and precision. Whether you're a burgeoning startup aiming to stand out, an established business seeking to elevate your brand, or a professional desiring a unique digital footprint, a tailor-made site ensures that your specific needs, aesthetics, and functionalities are met without compromise
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A completely customized Squarespace Website created for both desktop & mobile devices for up to 8 pages
Basic Squarespace SEO
CSS Customizations & Plugins
Up to 3, 3rd party integrations
Domain connection
Social media integrations
Newsletter integration
Blog or portfolio set-up (3 individual items max)
Pop-up (opt-in for email marketing)
Custom 404 error page
Content creation guides
3 rounds of edits
Full ownership & complete control upon completion of project
20% off annual Squarespace plan for first year
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Brand clarity & website strategy session - 1 hour
Design strategy session - 1 hour
Live hand-off call which includes a Squarespace lesson (after completion) - 1.5 hours
Unlimited support during project
14 Days of technical support by email post project dates
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Squarespace yearly business plan fee
Advanced SEO (outside Squarespace)
Copywriting (copy, text)
Branding Packages
Website Images (unless stock image sourcing package purchased)
3rd Party Setup or Maintenance
Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, Return Policy & Shipping Policies (talk to me about options)
Custom illustrations, fonts, paintings, or calligraphy, etc.
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Brand guide including logo pack
All site copy (we have a copywriting service if required)
Pinterest inspiration board
All website images (we offer stock image search if required)
Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, Return Policy & Shipping Policies (talk to me about options)
Fill out our questionnaires
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You’re ready to build an online presence with someone who will combine your vision with their expertise.
You’ve taken the time to review our portfolio and feel connected to the way we design.
You’re open to new ideas, ready to trust an expert, and willing to follow the process.
You recognize the value of a well-designed, functioning website created properly from the ground up.
You’re invested in your brand, committed to the process, and ready to engage and participate fully.
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Most projects are run on a 4-6 Week schedule. This will depend on the amount of pages your site will require and the add-ons requested (project scope). We will decide on the time-frame once the package has been chosen and the project scope and quote have been approved.
One Page Website
Timeline: 2-4 days
Starting investment: $1,500
A one-page website is ideal for entrepreneurs, startups, or businesses looking for a concise digital footprint. Whether you're launching a new service, showcasing a portfolio, or creating an event landing page, a one-page site offers a streamlined user experience, making it easy for visitors to absorb information quickly and take action.
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A completely customized one-page Squarespace Website created for both desktop & mobile devices
Basic Squarespace SEO
CSS Customizations
1 x 3rd party integration
Domain connection
Social media integrations
Newsletter integration
Custom 404 error page
Content creation guides
2 rounds of edits
Full ownership & complete control upon completion of project
20% off annual Squarespace plan for first year
-
Design strategy session - 1 hour
Live hand-off call which includes a Squarespace lesson (after completion) - 1 hour
Unlimited support during project
14 Days of technical support by email post project dates
-
Squarespace yearly business plan fee
Advanced SEO (outside Squarespace)
Copywriting (copy, text)
Branding Packages
Website Images (unless stock image sourcing package purchased)
3rd Party Setup or Maintenance
Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, Return Policy & Shipping Policies (talk to me about options)
Custom illustrations, fonts, paintings, or calligraphy, etc.
Blog or Portfolio setup
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Brand guide including logo pack
All site copy (we have a copywriting service if required)
Pinterest inspiration board
All website images (we offer stock image search if required)
Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, Return Policy & Shipping Policies (talk to me about options)
Fill out our questionnaires
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You’re launching a new service and just need a landing page to deliver your message.
You’re a start-up or new businesses: Those in the early stages might opt for a one-page site to establish an online presence quickly.
You need a quick and simple website for a specific event like weddings, conferences, or product launches.
Professionals like photographers, writers, or artists might use a one-page website to showcase their work.
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Most one-page website projects take 2-4 days to complete. This will depend on the complexity and scope of the site/page. We will decide on the time-frame once the package has been chosen and the project scope and quote have been approved.
Design Intensive
Timeline: 1 Day
Starting investment: $1,200
Our Squarespace design intensives are a perfect fit for the entrepreneur or small business that needs some serious help with their existing Squarespace 7.1 website. They know it needs some TLC but are not ready to commit to creating a new website. They have a list of items they know they need help with and likely have a vision as to where they want to go with the site. We work together for one full day and get that list done and dusted.
For 7.1 Squarespace version only
Add-Ons
Additional services to add to your package
In addition to the base package, we offer these addition ‘add-on’ services. We will create a custom quote and time-line based on your business needs.
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2-3 Design options
2 Revisions
Secondary logo included
Favicon/Submark included
All formats provided
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Perfect for those who do not have a professional brand guide. We’ll choose your colors, fonts and create a mood board and icons to match your logo and images. We are unable to start the project without a brand styling guide.
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Acuity (Squarespace appointment scheduler).
Includes design, set-up & integration for up to 3 meetings. (doesn’t include Platform fees) -
Through our extensive resources, we will source stock images for your website that match your industry, brand & color palette. Additional fees may apply for paid stock images (if necessary)
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Squarespace has recently launched their brand new ‘Courses’ feature. We can help set up your course within the Squarespace platform. Talk to me about this new feature.
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Need a gated section of your website to host paid videos, content or programs? Squarespace Membership Sites will help do just that. Talk to me about this feature.
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Google Analytics - Set up Analytics and connect to website
Google Search Console - Set up Search Console, connect to website & submit a sitemap to google.
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Squarespace ecommerce store design & build to match brand
Up to 10 products
Basic product and store SEO
Cart & Payment page styling
Backend settings setup
Connect payment processor (Stripe/Paypal)
Email notification styling
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Copywriting plays a crucial role in the success of a website by directly impacting user experience, engagement, and conversion rates. High-quality copywriting can effectively convey the intended message, persuade users to take action, include SEO standards, build trust and credibility and contribute to a website's overall success.
We provide a series of questionnaires to gather information about your brand, company and services to produce effective and converting copy for your website.
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The base fee includes 5 fully branded website pages. If you require more pages, additional fees will apply for each additional page.
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The base fee includes a blog or portfolio page design and setup (3 items max). Additional fees may apply if:
Additional blog or portfolio styled pages are required.
A Portfolio page AND a blog page are required.
Bulk importing an existing blog from old website.
Request to add/style more than 3 blogs
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We design our websites with WCAG & ADA compliance standards in mind. But there are times when branding colors or fonts may not be overly compliant and your website could benefit from an accessibility app. We can discuss this option and organize the app if required.
The Process…
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"Working with Carrie at Halo Creatives was a game-changer for my personal brand."
“From the outset, Carrie took the time to understand my vision and business objectives, translating them into a website that not only looks great but also functions seamlessly. Her expertise is evident in every detail of not only the website but the process we took to get there. Throughout the process, she was responsive, patient, and always had my best interests at heart. I’m thrilled with the final result and confident that our website is now a true reflection of my brand. I couldn't have asked for a better partnership or outcome.”
Michael Fata
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"Carrie made the process so easy and fun with a beautiful logo, brand, and website that we are so proud of!"
“If you’re in need of a website and don’t know where to start, I highly recommend Carrie at Halo Creatives Design Studio. She makes the process seamless, suggests things you may have not even thought of and gives you her undivided attention for 3 weeks. You can really feel her passion for your project which is so awesome and motivating. We were so new at this, and she made the process so easy and fun with a beautiful logo, brand, and website that we are so proud of!”
— You & Yours, Canadian Online Boutique
Nina Kvaternik & Shannon Thompson
You & Yours
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"Every time we’ve worked together, she’s exceeded our expectations."
“As a Project & Content Manager I’ve worked closely with Carrie across multiple projects in order to bring our clients’ website needs to life. Carrie has a huge depth of experience and a very broad skillset, which she draws upon to offer a very personal and tailored service to each of her clients. Carrie integrates seamlessly with our team and she works quickly and efficiently to meet our needs. Carrie truly is a hands-on delivery partner, who is with you every step of the way throughout the design and build process, as well as the delivery, testing and launch of a website. Every time we’ve worked together, she’s exceeded our expectations.”
Gemma Godfrey
The Whitfield Group
Benefits of working with me
Allocated design dates so you know when to expect your project to be completed and when your site will be launched.
Unlimited email support during project. We work on 1 main project at a time.
A highly structured behind-the-scenes system to fully execute your site launch on time.
1.5 hour hand-over lesson to teach you all the basics of Squarespace so you feel comfortable in the backend.
100% control and ownership of your site once project is completed.
20% off your first year, annual Squarespace business plan.
Free website domain for the first year of your Squarespace subscription (domain availability depending) - then $20-$30 USD/year after first year.
A free year of G-Suite G-mail with your own branded email - $72USD/year after first year.
Recent Projects
Ready?
Apply now to start your journey to a website you’ll love.
FAQ
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Great! Fill out the application form so that we get a baseline understanding of where you are in your business and what kind of industry you’re in. We’ll then reach out to book a 1/2 hour call to see if we align. We’ll then decide the scope of the project and book you into our next available dates.
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We generally suggest a minimum 1 month after our initial discussion in order to give you time to gather your copy, images and any additional content. It will also depend on availability as we are booking out well in advance and only work on one project at a time.
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We understand budgeting is important. We offer a base price for all our packages and the price goes up depending on what is required in addition to what the base package offers. Add-Ons can be purchased in addition and will dictate how long the project will take. We will provide a complete quote once we understand the scope of the project.
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You will need to gather and provide the brand guide (fonts, colors, icons etc.) logo pack, images, copy and fill out the questionnaires. The deadline for content is 1 week prior to our build dates. If you require help with the brand guide, please let us know and we will provide a quote.
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Between the in-depth design questionnaires, style board, and inspiration websites, there are many touch-points where we work together to clarify the aesthetic to match your brand. My goal is to provide a final product you love and work closely with you and your vision.
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I build my Squarespace websites on their most current 7.1 version. You will need to purchase the Business plan in order to execute your project flawlessly. When you work with me you get 20% off your first year. Squarespace bills you directly (yearly) for hosting with them.
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A 50% deposit is required to secure your dates in my calendar and the final 50% must be paid on the final day of our project dates. Final payment is due whether the website is launched on the final day or delayed until a later date. Delayed launches are included in your package for up to 2 months post project dates. Once the final payment has been received, you will become ‘Owner’ of the website, receive the final files and we will make your website live.
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We connect 3 x 3rd party integrations for you.
(Eg. Calendly, Acuity, MailChimp, ActiveCampaign) You’ll however be the one to setup your accounts and do anything within the 3rd party app, such as setting up your appointment times, or creating a mailing list or designing your newsletter. We do not provide setup or maintenance unless an add-on package has been purchased.
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Squarespace has their own analytics within the platform but it's always recommended to connect your site to Google Analytics as well.
You will set up a google analytics account with your existing google account and I will connect it for you.
We offer setting up Google Analytics and Search Console as an add-on if required.
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We require a brand guide before proceeding to build out the website. A brand guide would contain the colors, fonts, image direction and any icons, backgrounds or image elements we should use to remain within the brand guidelines. We can create one for you at an additional cost. See add-ons for brand guide creation.
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Yes. It’s highly recommended to set up your website to be pulling in emails for marketing purposes. We will connect your 3rd party email marketing provider to your website. You will however be responsible for setting up the account and mailing lists (unless add-on purchased).
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You can submit up to 3 rounds of edits. We will provide the necessary system to make your edits for each round. In order to keep the project on track, the cut-off for all edits will be the Tuesday prior to our final project date.
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You have my complete attention during our designated project dates. After the last day of our project (unless a maintenance package has been purchased), I move on to my next project and will provide 14 days via email for technical support.
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It depends. We can chat through which platform is right for selling your products. But if selling is your websites main goal, then Shopify is likely the best platform for your business. Check out our Shopify service.