Websites that feel effortless, for you and your customers
Clear, clean, quietly strategic design for small businesses, so you can stop wrestling with tech and get back to your work.
What i do
A website that just works.*
*Without the stress, endless fiddling or "I have no idea what I'm doing" moments.
The struggle
Most business owners don't struggle because the tools are bad, they struggle because they're doing it alone without the time or experience to make it work. The result is a site that looks almost right, but doesn't quite do what you need.
The strategy
I design sites that look good, work smoothly, and are easy to manage long after launch. With a background in psychology and user experience, I think about more than aesthetics. I focus on how your visitors actually behave, so your site doesn't just look the part, it works for the people using it.
Selected work
Websites I’m proud of
A single page that does exactly what it needs to
“Rachel’s got all the qualities an awesome web designer needs—creativity, patience, and flexibility. If you're looking for a website that's beautiful, practical and tailored to your brand, Rachel is the one!”
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A complete site that feels like the author from the first click
“Rachel was a joy to work with. She listened to what I was looking for and added creative ideas that took the website to the next level. I'm really delighted with the product and her communication.”
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Up and running quickly, without cutting corners
“Extremely efficient and friendly. I needed a website to get my business started and she was both speedy and helpful. I've already had compliments on how great the website is!”
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A simple process - no surprises
Getting to know your goals
We chat about what you need and whether we're a good fit. No jargon, no pressure.
A clear plan and a fixed price
You get a simple outline of what I'll build and what it'll cost. No surprises.
Design that thinks as well as looks good
Clean, psychology-led layouts built around how your visitors actually behave, not just aesthetics.
No big reveal - you’re involved throughout
No big reveal. You see it taking shape as we go, so nothing gets to the end and feels wrong.
Launch, handover and you’re in control
Once we're live the site is yours. I'll make sure you know how to manage it.
why work with me
Design with intent
Built for busy humans
Designed around your visitors
Your platform, chosen for the right reasons
Custom code when templates can't keep up
About Rachel
I'm Rachel, web designer, UX thinker, narrowboat dweller
I work with small businesses and founders to create websites that reflect who they actually are, not just what they do. I understand what makes a website work beneath the surface: how people navigate, where they hesitate, what makes them stay. So what you get is something intuitive as well as beautiful.
I live on a narrowboat on the English canals, which has nothing to do with web design, but everything to do with what I bring to your website - calm, unhurried, and built to last.
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faqs
Questions you might have
It depends on the size and complexity of what you need. Most projects start from £1,000. The best way to get a clear figure is to have a quick call, after that I can give you a straightforward quote with no vague estimates or hidden extras.
Not necessarily. If you have notes, rough ideas, or existing copy, great, we'll work with what you've got. If you're starting from scratch, I can help shape the words so everything feels clear, human, and actually sounds like you.
Yes, and I'll make sure you know how before we're done. Every site is built so you can make updates confidently. And if you ever get stuck down the line, I'm not going anywhere.
Anywhere from two to twelve weeks, depending on the size of the project. Either way, you'll know the timeline upfront, no vague "it'll be ready when it's ready."
Still have questions?
Every project is different, if something isn't answered above, just get in touch. I'll get back to you within 24 hours.
Your website should feel like you.
Let's make that happen.
No jargon, no pressure. Just a straightforward conversation. Drop me a message and let's figure out what you need.
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Rachel Griffiths Design, web designer and developer for small businesses, founders, and creatives. Based on the English canals, working across the UK.