Our Concept
Tools, Quote, Go-live, CMS access…
How do you build our website?
We develop your website following the JAMstack principles, using HTML - CSS - JavaScript - APIs - Markdown files. Our sites are static, which makes them light, secure, fast, eco-friendly and more. Our preferred Static Site Generator is HUGO, but we occasionnaly use GatsbyJS.
Hosting is provided by Netlify, and so is the Content Management System that we deliver with your site.
Hosting is provided by Netlify, and so is the Content Management System that we deliver with your site.
Do I rent your website or is it mine?
It is yours. We are not one of these website builders that do not let you customize much and rent you a template for life.
You own your website and if you need to transform it later on to add more powerful features, this will be easily feasible.
And if, sadly, you decided to leave us, we will hand you all the files so that you can hand them over to another development team.
You own your website and if you need to transform it later on to add more powerful features, this will be easily feasible.
And if, sadly, you decided to leave us, we will hand you all the files so that you can hand them over to another development team.
I assembled my website and I’m happy with your Estimate. I sent you the Quote request, what happens next?
We contact you by end of following business day to discuss details and submit a final quote.
When you are happy with the quote, we give ourselves 48h to send you a patial mockup of your Homepage, which will give you a good idea of how your website will look.
When you are happy with the mockup, we wait for your 1st payment then we get to work. We send you a first draft of your website within the next 10 business days.
When you are happy with the quote, we give ourselves 48h to send you a patial mockup of your Homepage, which will give you a good idea of how your website will look.
When you are happy with the mockup, we wait for your 1st payment then we get to work. We send you a first draft of your website within the next 10 business days.
What kind of mockup do you send, can we see the whole website first?
We send you a partial mockup of your Homepage. Basically the header, navigation bar, hero section and footer. This should be enough for you to validate both the architecture and design of your new website.
We spend 3 to 4 hours on a partial mockup, it is unfortunately not viable to offer our clients a complete mockup.
We spend 3 to 4 hours on a partial mockup, it is unfortunately not viable to offer our clients a complete mockup.
What is a CMS and why would I need one for my website?
A Content Mangement System is a tool allowing the edition of your website’s content without any programming knowledge.
Very basically, we connect most parts of our code to fields inside your CMS. Once you connect to your Netlify CMS account, you can see these fields and are able to edit them, which will in turn edit your website.
Very basically, we connect most parts of our code to fields inside your CMS. Once you connect to your Netlify CMS account, you can see these fields and are able to edit them, which will in turn edit your website.
What kind of content can I edit with my CMS?
It depends on which configuration you choose when requesting your access codes. If you go for the Full Control setup, you can update pretty much anything you like. From your logo or email, SEO titles or descriptions, to your Drinks List or Opening Hours. And any kind of text describing your products or services, of course.
Our Websites' Performance
Speed, SEO, Accessibility, Stability…
What is the Speed score, how do you calculate it and do you guarantee a minimum performance?
Yes we do guarantee Speed scores: 96+ on Desktop with Wifi and 86+ on Mobile with 3G.
For sake of clarity we called this indicator Speed score, but we are really talking about the Core Web Vitals. Find out the score of any website from here: pagespeed.web.dev.
CWV calculate the speed at which your website and certain of its elements are rendered, on both Dektop with Wifi and Mobile with 3G connections. The faster a page renders, the better your bounce and conversion rates will be.
Keep in mind that these Core Web Vitals have become even more fundamental since Google uses them as a ranking factor from a SEO perspective. The higher these Vitals are, the higher you will rank on Google.
For sake of clarity we called this indicator Speed score, but we are really talking about the Core Web Vitals. Find out the score of any website from here: pagespeed.web.dev.
CWV calculate the speed at which your website and certain of its elements are rendered, on both Dektop with Wifi and Mobile with 3G connections. The faster a page renders, the better your bounce and conversion rates will be.
Keep in mind that these Core Web Vitals have become even more fundamental since Google uses them as a ranking factor from a SEO perspective. The higher these Vitals are, the higher you will rank on Google.
What is the Accessibility score, how do you calculate it and do you guarantee a minimum performance?
Yes we do guarantee an Accessibility score: 92+.
Accessibility is the practice of making your websites usable by as many people as possible. We mainly think about people with disabilities (visual, hearing, cognitive impairments), but this also benefits other groups such as those using mobile devices, or those with slow network connections. Find out the Accessibility score of any website using Lighthouse.
Accessibility is the practice of making your websites usable by as many people as possible. We mainly think about people with disabilities (visual, hearing, cognitive impairments), but this also benefits other groups such as those using mobile devices, or those with slow network connections. Find out the Accessibility score of any website using Lighthouse.
What is the SEO score, how do you calculate it and do you guarantee a minimum performance?
Yes we do guarantee a SEO score: 95+.
This one comes with a warning as it often lacks clarity. A SEO-friendly website is one that comes with all the built-in SEO tags and other SEO good practices. Basically, without a great score here, it will prove very difficult to outrank your competitors. BUT…
SEO strategies are SEO related actions that come after the development phase: creating great content, targeting and inserting keywords, getting backlinks to your website etc.
If you disregard these SEO strategies, then an excellent built-in SEO is cool but… close to useless. You can check the built-in SEO of any website online using using Lighthouse.
This one comes with a warning as it often lacks clarity. A SEO-friendly website is one that comes with all the built-in SEO tags and other SEO good practices. Basically, without a great score here, it will prove very difficult to outrank your competitors. BUT…
SEO strategies are SEO related actions that come after the development phase: creating great content, targeting and inserting keywords, getting backlinks to your website etc.
If you disregard these SEO strategies, then an excellent built-in SEO is cool but… close to useless. You can check the built-in SEO of any website online using using Lighthouse.
What is an Eco grade, how do you assess it and do you guarantee a minimum performance?
Yes we do guarantee an Eco grade: 86+.
For the Global Carbon Project, Internet is the 4th country in the world for CO2 emissions… How about we all make an effort and try to keep our websites as light as possible? Optimizing pictures, avoiding large video files, getting rid of databases are a very good start.
Check the Sustainability score of any website from here: websitecarbon.com.
For the Global Carbon Project, Internet is the 4th country in the world for CO2 emissions… How about we all make an effort and try to keep our websites as light as possible? Optimizing pictures, avoiding large video files, getting rid of databases are a very good start.
Check the Sustainability score of any website from here: websitecarbon.com.
What is Mobile Responsiveness and how is it beneficial to my website?
A Responsive design means that your website will respond well and adapt itself to any screen & device your readers or clients are using.
While coding a website, we make sure to test it on large screen, tablets and mobiles. Sometimes extra small mobiles too.
There are 2 benefits here. First your clients do not give up on consulting your website because the rendering on their mobile was so poor. Second, responsiveness of a website has become a few years ago a SEO ranking factor for Google. A non-responsive website does not match current standards, hence Google penalize it in its search results.
While coding a website, we make sure to test it on large screen, tablets and mobiles. Sometimes extra small mobiles too.
There are 2 benefits here. First your clients do not give up on consulting your website because the rendering on their mobile was so poor. Second, responsiveness of a website has become a few years ago a SEO ranking factor for Google. A non-responsive website does not match current standards, hence Google penalize it in its search results.
What do you mean by No Maintenance, you must be joking, right?
Nope. Static website do not use database & we do not use plugins as everything is built natively.
Therefore you do not need to worry about fixing your broken website, or updating outdated plugins.
Therefore you do not need to worry about fixing your broken website, or updating outdated plugins.
What do you mean by High Stability & CDN included? It’s not clear.
Because static is so stable by nature, you do not need to worry about your site breaking. It is online and clients can find you 24/7. And in case you get your name in the paper or on TV (congrats!), do not fear traffic spikes as the CDN coming with our hosting will be able to handle any kind of traffic coming your way!
What do you mean by High Security & https included?
Because static websites are by design database-free, the risk of getting hacked decreases drastically. Besides our hosting comes with a HTTPS encryption protocol. Rest assured you will not get bothered by hackers.
Our Pricing
Basic Price, Extra Features, Hosting fee…
Why are your prices more affordable than those of web agencies?
Because we do not try to sell you the whole package, with an army of developers, designers, marketers on payroll.
Also and more importantly, static websites development goes faster than most of the dynamic sites agencies try to sell: because no database, no Php, no insane plugins that make you lose a considerable amount of time.
We take it step by step, our Basic Price includes everything a basic but Professional looking website should have. Then later on if you want to take your website to the next level, we will be here to build any new feature you may need to grow your traffic and income.
Also and more importantly, static websites development goes faster than most of the dynamic sites agencies try to sell: because no database, no Php, no insane plugins that make you lose a considerable amount of time.
We take it step by step, our Basic Price includes everything a basic but Professional looking website should have. Then later on if you want to take your website to the next level, we will be here to build any new feature you may need to grow your traffic and income.
What is a Single Web Page, why is it less expensive than a regular website, and why isn’t it available to all types of websites?
A Single Web Page is a website that is divided into sections all present on the same page. The navigation is done on-page.
It is less expensive because it takes less time to build than a 6 to 10 pages website.
However please note that SWPs have their cons, from a SEO standpoint mostly: SWP provides Google with only one page to index, which will impact negatively your ranking on search engines. In certain cases SWP is a good fit (bar, restaurant, small event), in others it is absolutely not. Which is why it is not available to all websites.
It is less expensive because it takes less time to build than a 6 to 10 pages website.
However please note that SWPs have their cons, from a SEO standpoint mostly: SWP provides Google with only one page to index, which will impact negatively your ranking on search engines. In certain cases SWP is a good fit (bar, restaurant, small event), in others it is absolutely not. Which is why it is not available to all websites.
Why is your hosting fee cheaper than elsewhere?
Static websites come without a database, which makes them much lighter. The files are lighter, and so is the infrastructure supporting them.
Therefore hosting is made easier and the hosting fee is a reflection of that.
Therefore hosting is made easier and the hosting fee is a reflection of that.
What does your Hosting fee cover exactly?
First our hosting fee covers, well, the fact of hosting your website’s files on a server, so that your site remains online 24/7.
It also includes a CDN (Content Delivery Network) which considerably improves the performance of your website, especially when some of your clients or readers are based in different countries.
It also comes with HTTPS, which is the secure version of http. HTTPS adds a layer of encryption in order to increase security of data transfer between your clients' browsers and your website.
And of course, the Domain Name of your website is also included in our fee. And it comes with its dedicated email address that we setup for you.
It also includes a CDN (Content Delivery Network) which considerably improves the performance of your website, especially when some of your clients or readers are based in different countries.
It also comes with HTTPS, which is the secure version of http. HTTPS adds a layer of encryption in order to increase security of data transfer between your clients' browsers and your website.
And of course, the Domain Name of your website is also included in our fee. And it comes with its dedicated email address that we setup for you.
What about the boring stuff, like Legal Notice or Cookies Consent, are they covered by your Basic Price too?
Yes of course, every small print is covered.
Legal Notice and Privacy Policy are a legal obligation for website’s in most countries, we got that covered.
As your website is static, it will not need the use of cookies, not even the so-called technical cookies. Therefore no cookie consent banner is needed, which is great for your clients.
We also declare your website to the most common Search Engines, so they can start ranking you asap.
Legal Notice and Privacy Policy are a legal obligation for website’s in most countries, we got that covered.
As your website is static, it will not need the use of cookies, not even the so-called technical cookies. Therefore no cookie consent banner is needed, which is great for your clients.
We also declare your website to the most common Search Engines, so they can start ranking you asap.
Premium Design
Parallax effects, Sliders, Geometry style…
Font based ?
This style can be mixed with your Basic Design selection. We usually keep your brand colors but tune them down a notch. The Font we choose becomes the real star.
This kind of design uses typography as the main element of your website. When customers navigate your website, they will not notice your color palette so much. They will remember one thing instead: stunning typography.
This one is not a safe choice, but when used wisely, can look absolutely amazing. A lot of aspects must be considered here, and this may not be a good fit for you. To be discussed if you want to give it a try.
Find below a few nice websites using great typography as main design element:
Van Holtz - Child’s Own - Manoverboard
This kind of design uses typography as the main element of your website. When customers navigate your website, they will not notice your color palette so much. They will remember one thing instead: stunning typography.
This one is not a safe choice, but when used wisely, can look absolutely amazing. A lot of aspects must be considered here, and this may not be a good fit for you. To be discussed if you want to give it a try.
Find below a few nice websites using great typography as main design element:
Van Holtz - Child’s Own - Manoverboard
Gradient ?
Besides basing our Design on your 2 or 3 Brand colors, we can mix them and add a beautiful Gradient.
Gradients used to be trendy, they disappeared for a while, but they are now back in force.
Not a safe choice, but if we found the perfect gradient, your website could look great.
Find below an example of a website using a memorable Gradient:
Stripe
Gradients used to be trendy, they disappeared for a while, but they are now back in force.
Not a safe choice, but if we found the perfect gradient, your website could look great.
Find below an example of a website using a memorable Gradient:
Stripe
Sliders ?
This can be perfect if you want your visitors to land straight on your latest coktails or craft beers selection. Instead of displaying a single photo, you can have a slider that can display your star items in turn.
Sliders can be annoying though when they are not relevant. They must really give a useful overview of your offer. Sometimes they can be used to tell a story.
Find below a few nice websites using sliders in their hero section:
Dreamworks - Liron Moran Interiors - Zara
Sliders can be annoying though when they are not relevant. They must really give a useful overview of your offer. Sometimes they can be used to tell a story.
Find below a few nice websites using sliders in their hero section:
Dreamworks - Liron Moran Interiors - Zara
Parallax effect?
This style looks great, when beautifully executed. It also reduces your bounce rate as it always catches vistors' attention. If you go that route, content and story-telling must be your first priority. You embark your visitors on a journey.
Find below great examples of websites basing their design on Parallax:
Cyclemon - This Oxford - More Milk - The Goonies
Find below great examples of websites basing their design on Parallax:
Cyclemon - This Oxford - More Milk - The Goonies
Hero Animation ?
Introducing animations is a great way to improve your storytelling. Well thought design effects can be the extra ingredient making your website look great rather than nice.
This one will have to be discussed, as it may not fit your needs at all.
Find below websites introducing great Animations in their Hero section:
Handwrytten - MA True Cannabis - Species in Pieces
This one will have to be discussed, as it may not fit your needs at all.
Find below websites introducing great Animations in their Hero section:
Handwrytten - MA True Cannabis - Species in Pieces
Geometric design?
Minimalist design?
This style can replace the Flat design of your Basic Design selection.
A Minimalist web design is like an extreme flat design. It eliminates any logo, graphics, pictures and focuses on the content. As it focuses on content, it usually boosts traffic and conversions.
Find below a few examples:
Pinch - Buffalo
A Minimalist web design is like an extreme flat design. It eliminates any logo, graphics, pictures and focuses on the content. As it focuses on content, it usually boosts traffic and conversions.
Find below a few examples:
Pinch - Buffalo