Directory
Collaborate with our Standout web designer-developers on your next project, from plugin installations to template reskins to custom-coded website builds.
Ahdiya Gurgani
UX/UI | Branding & Web Designer
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives, Brand Design
Ahdiya Gurgani
Melbourne / Australia
UX/UI | Branding & Web Designer
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Ahdiya Gurgani and I’m a UX/UI | Branding & Web Designer based in Melbourne, Australia.
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Outside work you will often find me going to pilates, hiking, journaling and traveling to tropical islands
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But on a typical workday, I am usually helping clients get clear on their business goals, identify their niches and have strategy sessions. Designing, wireframing and developing.
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My day usually starts with journaling and meditation
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Most of the time I am working on designs, creating content for instagram
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Making the backend as seamless so my clients can sell their product or services with ease and almost passively!
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Learning the best techniques to make the squarespace website as unique as possible
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words?
Minimalist. Maximalist. Vibrant. Modern. Dark. Feminine.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
seamless animations
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What makes your work standout?
My work is rooted in UX/UI and psychology principles.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Sadia PsychologyWebsite →
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
How easily and effortless coding can be thanks to the course!
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What is your dream website project?
Building the website for Tony Robbins
Diane Green
Owner/Squarespace Website Designer
Brand Design, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design, Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks
diane green
Alta, Wyoming / USA
Owner/Squarespace Website Designer
Services
Brand Design, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design, Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Diane Green and I’m an Owner/Squarespace Website Designer based in Alta, Wyoming.
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Outside work you will often find me hiking in the Teton Mountains, biking, skiing, gardening, reading, and connecting with friends.(VIEW)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually ready to roll by 5:30 AM. My creative brain works best in the morning. I save afternoons (and sometimes evenings) for blogging, researching, and social media posts. I believe in balance, and I always take a break for some time outdoors.
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My day usually starts with coffee, stretching, and meditation. Always.
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Most of the time I am working on a new design, refining a design, or learning a cool new design trick.
“The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor.”
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
When I graduated from high school, my parents gifted me a typewriter. By my second year of college, I was taking a BASIC programming class.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love my clients. I've been so fortunate the meet the most amazing people. They inspire me. I also love the design work. It's SO fun to pour creativity into a website and watch the elements interact to create something beautiful.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Fresh air and movement.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Minimalist. Feminine. Earthy.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I love typography. It's an undervalued creative tool, and the possibilities are endless. It seems like every website calls for a unique font style or placement. I've learned so much from all of Rache's workshops, and I have over 100 pages of notes from her courses that I often refer to during my design work.
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What makes your work standout?
My designs are elegant and confident. When site visitors scroll through one of my websites, they say "aah" and "ooh" and "oh!" They're comforted, intrigued, and surprised by my work. Of course, I've designed sites that are robust and bold, but my best work is found in softer creations.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Diane Green DesignWebsite →This is my personal website.
Because this is my own website, I've had opportunities to dramatically revise it as I've become a better designer. I started with poppy flowers (paired with design inconsistencies and clutter), to aspen trees and mountain scenes (not reflective of my business), to my current design (refined, professional, soft, with a touch of playfulness).
Standout Core (image sizing, basic typography, column utilization, selecting pre-formatted sections and blocks, and the accessibility checks, and more). Standout Advanced (selecting elements the right way and basic CSS).
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
As a website designer, the Standout programs are the best investment I've made in terms of business and design. They are exceptionally comprehensive; in fact, I work through the modules multiple times and take copious notes (like more than 100 pages)--and I still have more to learn from the programs. Rache is a phenomenal teacher: professional, direct, kind, and attentive. My biggest takeaway? Web design is evolving and limitless. My work evolves as I learn, and my designs are only limited by what I don't know. This is why I'm a dedicated student of the craft.
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What is your dream website project?
Send me an empowered woman who has a vision, a roadmap, brand assets, and a commitment to finding her way in the entrepreneur world, and I'm thrilled!
Kaitlin Marino
Founder, Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Brand Design
Kaitlin Marino
Bucks County / PA
Founder, Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Kaitlin Marino and I’m a Founder, Designer based in Bucks County, PA.
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Outside work you will often find me tending to the 1800s cottage I own with my husband, frolicking through local antique stores, watering my rose garden, collecting old books, or exploring the countryside. (VIEW)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually sitting in my pink vintage chair, sipping either coffee or matcha, working on soulful brand identities and artful websites for other creative small business owners (with Taylor Swift's Tortured Poet's Department on repeat).
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My day usually starts with coffee on the patio with my husband (we love to watch the birds come to all of our feeders in the morning).
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Most of the time I am working on brand strategies, brand identities, websites, or print collateral.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Oh gosh, I think the very beginning of starting the design process and then the coding development. After creating a beautiful brand identity, it is so exciting to me to tell its story even further through website design - infusing page designs with the brand's typography, aesthetic, colors, and overall look and feel is so fulfilling to me. My other favorite part is diving into the technicality of the code - I grew up being very good at math so seeing ideas and designs come to life through a beautiful "language" and problem solving is another incredibly fulfilling feeling!
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
The occasional little treat - and that to me is a quick coffee out and another quick stop at a local vintage store ;)
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words?
Romantic. Otherworldly. Vintage/Retro. Earthy. Feminine. Editorial
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
To be honest, I don't think I can pinpoint just one... I have yet to go through the course from beginning to end in totality (something I look forward to doing), so I find myself weaving back and forth throughout different workshops and classes to find something that sparks a design idea for a certain project. I love incorporating touches of animation (through the typewriter effect), pop-out menus (through javascript), and many many other beautiful lessons Rache has graciously given us.
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What makes your work standout?
I think my work stands out through its poetic, vintage, and artful charm. I infuse my work with romanticism and art the same way I do with my general lifestyle... looking at it through a poetic perspective - and I think this is seen within each project.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Photos by Gayle
Gayle and I had a vision of infusing her entire brand aesthetic with a map motif (to align her work with the "anywhere your love is" tagline. Weaving this motif throughout the site with coordinates, embossing, textures, etc. was something that was a bit outside the box and very fun to dream up.
Throughout her website build, I definitely got more skilled in coding in a lyrical and poetic manner.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
My biggest take-away from Standout Squarespace so far is learning the back-end of how things work versus just copy and pasting tweaks where needed. Prior to the course, I would google how to bring certain ideas to life and because of the program and Rache's teachings, I feel like I am really understanding the "why" and "how" behind each lesson and how to actually expand on it on my own. It's a very rewarding feeling!
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What is your dream website project?
I would love to partner with a pottery studio and infuse a website design with organic shapes, textures, and aesthetics. I tend to partner with a ton of wedding photographers (whom I adore), but I would be so excited to transition even further into some other creative businesses who create art as well.
Taylor Leigh
Taylor Leigh
Los Angeles / CA
Squarespace Web Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
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Hi! My name is Taylor Leigh and I’m a Squarespace Web Designer based in Los Angeles, CA.
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Outside work you will often find me hiking in Griffith Park, taking a Pilates class, or reading (I have quite the collection at this point!).
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But on a typical workday, I am usually answering emails with a matcha in hand and creating beautiful websites.
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My day usually starts with matcha and a meditation (if I'm lucky).
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Most of the time I am working on clean and minimal Squarespace websites.
“My creative approach is clean and minimal, intending to emphasize the beauty in simplicity of design.”
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
using Myspace and Tumblr in the early 2000s.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love getting into that flow state where the creativity seems to pour out naturally and I feel really connected to the project and process.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Taking a break to put on some music or a walk around my neighborhood.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Minimalist. Feminine.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
The mega-menu workshop is one I use frequently to take my client's websites to the next level!
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What makes your work standout?
I believe that less is more. A minimal website can feel like a breath of fresh air. I often find myself working with interior designers or other clients who have beautiful photography, and I love giving them a clean, modern website that will perfectly complement their imagery.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
It's much easier than I used to think to take your Squarespace websites to the next level with some coding (and less daunting than I used to believe as well!). A little coding is really all you need to transform a Squarespace site from looking like a drag-and-drop template into a beautiful custom site.
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What is your dream website project?
A super chic and minimal website for one of the top interior designers, such as Kelly Wearstler.
Nenah Bondi
Brand & Website Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Photography, Brand Design
Nenah Bondi
Portland, Oregon
Brand & Website Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Photography, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Nenah Bondi and I’m a Brand & Website Designer based in Portland, Oregon
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Outside work you will often find me sleeping, cooking plant-based meals, and noodling around with music synthesizers.
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But on a typical workday, I am usually immersed in inspiring brand & website projects for ambitious women
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My day usually starts with snuggling.
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Most of the time I am working on organizing, prioritizing, and creating.
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
Coding MySpace profiles for myself and all my friends!
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
You receive a personalized, down-to-earth experience and an elevated website that help you expand and attract the kinds of connections and opportunities you're looking for. ✨
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Delicious little snacks - dried mango, blueberry kombucha, pistachios, mmmmmm.....
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Feminine. Earthy. Vintage/Retro.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Split Sections, Sticky Sections and Animate on Scroll
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What makes your work standout?
I have a unique blend of artistic and technical balance, so I not only envision unique and beautiful designs, but I can also execute them in a technically advanced way.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Nenah.Eve
Website →My favorite website i've ever built is my own website. I started with brand strategy to clarity my audience and my offers, and then I created a sitemap and wireframe. From there, I designed the website on Figma and then developed it in Squarespace. I used more Standout techniques than I can count, including moveable blocks, split sections, sticky sections, images on hover, timelines, Flodesk integrations, and more.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
So much can be learned when you have access to clear, well-organized resources and a responsive, supportive community.
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What is your dream website project?
I'd love to create a website for a popular music artist! I'd also love to develop a brand for a flower farmer.
Jess Hall
Web Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Jess Hall
Spokane, WA / USA
Web Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Jess Hall and I’m a Web Designer based in Spokane, WA, USA.
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Outside work you will often find me wrangling toddlers, negotiating allowances with my teens, throwing endless tennis balls for Rocky (the dog!), and fueling up on iced coffee while strolling the farmers market. Oh, and attempting to master a new recipe with my hubby!
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But on a typical workday, I am usually helping incredible small businesses turn their vision into reality, jamming out to classic rock (think CCR!), collaborating with inspiring clients, battling the email beast, and getting creative with designs!
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My day usually starts with "MOMMY!"
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Most of the time I am working on making myself look cool online.
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
You've got mail! AOL Instant Messaging. Learning basic html and css to make my myspace page look cool. And NeoPets.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
The collaboration with the clients, hearing them talk passionately about with business, and creating vision boards.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Walking to the park with my kids, throwing the ball for Rocky boy, and dance parties!
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Feminine. Modern. Vintage/Retro.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Slide-out Menu, Horizontal Scrolling Gallery, and Split Gallery.
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What makes your work standout?
We champion creative collaboration. We understand the power of storytelling. A brand goes beyond visuals; it's a narrative that connects with your audience on an emotional level. We demonstrate an appreciation for the diverse needs of creatives.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Fromage Studio - My personal website - It's been an every-evolving work of art since I started my business in October 2023! I've been designing websites on Squarespace for about 8 years so I knew it was the platform I'd use - I started by finding inspo on Pinterest and instagram (actually found @squarestylist right off the bat). I've basically been building and tweaking my website every month. Right now I've implemented the Slide out menu, horizontal scrolling gallery, and movable blocks.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
We don't deserve you, Rache & Team! You constantly give and think of new ways to make us better. The way my websites have totally been elevated since starting this program (and I haven't even finished yet) is insane. Thank you!
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What is your dream website project?
My dream website project definitely includes interactive storytelling. Interactive elements could allow visitors to explore the creative process behind each piece, perhaps through videos or behind-the-scenes sketches. Imagine a 360-degree view of a jeweler's workspace
Min Liu
Squarespace & Shopify Web Designer & Developer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives
Min Liu
The Hague / The Netherlands
Squarespace & Shopify Web Designer & Developer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Min Liu and I’m a Squarespace & Shopify Web Designer & Developer based in The Hague, The Netherlands
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Outside work you will often find me sewing, baking, exploring new local shops and cafes and visiting museums.
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But on a typical workday, I am usually starting with a cup of coffee. Then, I will work on website design or development service for Squarespace or Shopify.
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My day usually starts with hot coffee!
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Most of the time I am working on Squarespace website design and development.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love using some coding tricks to make the website look more unique for the client. In addition, I love seeing the refreshed website look after working together.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
I am a foodie. Baking cakes help refresh my mind, and I am ready to code again!
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words?
Minimalist. Feminine. Modern
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Hover effect and pseudo elements. I like animation!
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What makes your work standout?
My design process is marked by the incorporation of at least 3 custom code features, which not only enhance the aesthetics but also the functionality of the website. Moreover, I prioritize client empowerment, ensuring that they can easily maintain their websites on their own, even after our collaboration has ended.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
These programs help me to code confidently and streamline my process. With the coding toolkit and the knowledge base, I can work smarter. I now also have my own code toolkit and knowledge base for Squarespace service.
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What is your dream website project?
I'd love to work with female-led businesses since my style is more feminine. I would also love to work with visual creators, such as photographers, artists, event planners, designers, and handmade business owners.
Michelle Pontvert
Designer & Digital Product Creator
Design and Strategy Intensives, SEO Strategy, Squarespace Template
Michelle Pontvert
Paris / France
Designer & Digital Product Creator
Services
Design and Strategy Intensives, SEO Strategy, Squarespace Template
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Michelle Pontvert and I’m a Designer & Digital Product Creator based in Paris, France.
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Outside work you will often find me tinkering with my Notion templates or hanging out with my son munching on a local croissant.
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But on a typical workday, I am usually mixing my design expertise with my digital marketing obsession to create practical, actionable templates for my fellow online course creators & digital product shops
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My day usually starts with coffee and a kitty cuddle.
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Most of the time I am working on creating my latest template.
“Strategic simplicity & user-focused design never go out of style”
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love translating templates to match your specific brand and style. Bringing your unique vision to life with strategic simplicity that never goes out of style.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
A leisurely stroll through my local Parisian streets always gets my creative juices flowing.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Minimalist. Feminine.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I love balancing a larger navigation with the Pseudo Secondary Navigation workshop and customizing a Squarespace course with the Member Area Side Navigation workshop.
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What makes your work standout?
Strategic simplicity and a focus on user experience & SEO paired with elegant design
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Building out my fellow designer Kate Scott's stunning website with tons of custom code and creative layouts was a huge but incredibly fulfilling project.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Taking code beyond functional changes and bringing my creative vision to life
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What is your dream website project?
I love customizing website templates with a beautiful professional brand. While I'm more than happy to create you a simple visual identity there's something so creatively fun and fulfilling brining anther brand designer's vision to life on a site.
Aimee Molesworth
Wedding Marketing Agency
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Website Tweaks, Photography
Sydney, Australia
Aimee Molesworth
Sydney / Australia
Business Director of a Wedding Marketing Agency
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Website Tweaks, Photography
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Aimee Molesworth and I’m the Business Director of a Wedding Marketing Agency based in Sydney, Australia.
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Outside work you will often find us at the beach, at a cafe getting lunch, dining at a boujee restaurant, running a marathon, or growing our organic farm.
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But on a typical workday, I am usually at a cafe enjoying coffee, collaborating with the team and sometimes you will find us at a content shoot.
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My day usually starts with coffee.
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Most of the time I am working on branding and websites.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love transforming a design from prototype to code, figuring out the best practices and processes to ensure the project runs smoothly and working with clients to bring there dream to life.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Definitely a killer playlist, Coffee and some sort of sweets.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words?
Romantic. Editorial. Minimalist. Feminine. Modern
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I often incorporate the Mega Menu into websites because it adds a unique touch and offers endless design possibilities.
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What makes your work standout?
We are a premier wedding marketing agency specialising in wedding branding and web design. Our extensive knowledge in the wedding industry sets us apart.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
The Standout program has greatly enhanced my ability to think on my feet and elevate my coding skills to new heights. I find it to be an invaluable source of support.
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What is your dream website project?
My dream website project would be for a florist. Working with stunning images of flowers on such a project would be an absolute pleasure.
Rebecca Giger
Creative Studio Owner & Web Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Shopify Design and Dev
Rebecca Giger
Switzerland
Creative Studio Owner & Web Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Shopify Design and Dev
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
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Hi! My name is Rebecca Giger and I’m a Creative Studio Owner & Web Designer based in Switzerland
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Outside work you will often find me reading, roaming through a forest, feeding my love for historic & vintage fashion, admiring Old Master paintings or dreaming about renovating an old house.
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But on a typical workday, I am usually deeply focused on bringing a delightful, calm experience to my clients.
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My day usually starts with a cup of coffee and watching sunrise with my partner.
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Most of the time I am working on creating enchanting one-week websites for artisans, makers and design-focused brands.
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
The loading sound of the modem and clunky, uncreative websites
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Taking designs from mock-up to fully developed site still gives me such a thrill.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Giving my body and mind a break with a 20 minute yin stretch.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Whimsical. Feminine.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Subtle animations and hover effects
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What makes your work standout?
I believe in the potential and magic of connecting the digital space with the workshops, ateliers and studios of artisans and makers.
Not only can it be a tool to bring the transformative power of craft to more people, it can also help preserve and make flourish traditional skills and empower the small businesses who practice them.
As a former small product-based business owner myself, understand the struggles of my clients when it comes to setting up an authentic online presence and it allows me to provide them with a more tailored experience.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Mastery comes through constant practice
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What is your dream website project?
E-commerce or online catalogue for a Swiss or Indonesian artisinal brand
Briana Summers
Owner
Brand Design, Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives
Briana Summers
Des Moines, Iowa / USA
Owner
Services
Brand Design, Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
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Hi! My name is Briana Summers and I’m an Owner based in Des Moines, Iowa
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Outside work you will often find me drinking margaritas, exploring my city with my daughter Navy and husband Joe, walking my two cavapoos Pickles and Tito, listening to a podcast, or working on my next painting. (VIEW)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually slacking with my team, sketching new ideas, or working on our next client branding project. (VIEW)
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My day usually starts with iced coffee.
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Most of the time I am working on all things branding.
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
Designing my Myspace layouts and chatting with my friends on AOL instant messenger after school
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love bringing a brand to life through a digital home. There's something so rewarding about exploring new typographic layouts or trying out a new kind of code and seeing it work in real life. Happy clients whose lives and businesses have changed after working with us is what keeps me going!
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Listening to a podcast!
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Feminine. Playful. Modern.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I'm a big fan of vertical tabs.
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What makes your work standout?
I love to bring in a hand-drawn aesthetic to all of my work. Whether it's a texture I painted, an illustration I sketched, or a piece of lettering I wrote on my iPad, I think there's something unique about handmade elements in our digital world.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Lucie Fink
I worked with Lucie on revamping her brand identity and website. She was on a boring Squarespace template and her goal was to have a place where she was proud to send potential collaborations and house all of her content. She needed a brand and website that reflected her and her fun, colorful aesthetic.
We used the moodboard plug-in to show off Lucie's creative style and provide an interactive component to her audience.
I learned how to use summary blocks and blogs to load all of her content. Lucie shares her videos across all different platforms and we needed to find a way to make it easy for her audience to find.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
It's a goldmine of information! I used to Google my way through my business, specifically when it comes to web design. Now, if I'm ever stuck on anything in the development process, I pop over to the community and course and can more than likely find what I'm looking for. I also love how up-to-date the Standout programs remain in our ever-changing world.
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What is your dream website project?
I have SO many! I'd love to work with a large, well-known brand that I admire on a Shopify overhaul. A brand that comes to mind is Show Me Your Mumu!
Bitty Berlinghoff
Owner / Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks
Bitty Berlinghoff
Mission / Canada
Owner / Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Bitty Berlinghoff and I’m an Owner / Designer based in Mission, Canada.
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Outside work you will often find me tending to my vegetable garden, wrangling my toddler, or driving with my husband down the back roads on Canada's West Coast listening to a good album <3 (VIEW)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually headphones in, latte hot, elbows deep in a brand strategy session, obsessing over my curves in Illustrator perfecting type for a logo, or custom-coding beautiful and immersive websites. (VIEW)
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My day usually starts with a hot coffee.
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Most of the time I am working on strategic brand and web design projects.
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
I am a true Canadian millennial, so my early memories include Napster, Neopets & MSN Messenger.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love finding creative solutions for complex problems. Laying information out in a way that is easy to understand, beautiful and compelling for its intended audience, and intuitive to use is a thrill for me!
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Listening to an album front to back, no skips.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Vintage/Retro. Modern. Feminine.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I am always referencing everything I learned in standout, but flexbox was a real ah-ha moment for me.
11
What makes your work standout?
My work is always clean and intuitive, but I like to add something whimsical to everything I build-- something that perks your eyebrow up and makes you think, '"ooh, that's nice"
12
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
My own website is probably my proudest website build so far, easyoriginals.com. For this one my process has been a bit ongoing, since it's my own website. As I learned more about Squarespace, I improved my website more and more. Some standout workshops I used are: wavy marquee, sticky sections, split sections, and I also had to do some javascript deep diving to figure out the menu stick/scroll feature.
13
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Scoping your work well and and keeping your code clean will save you SO MUCH TIME and energy, it will make things easier for your clients, for future iterations of the software, and for future collaborators.
14
What is your dream website project?
I do a lot of service-based businesses right now, but I'd love to get into more product-based e-commerce websites. Craft cannabis or distillery, a funky ceramicist, a slow fashion brand, or a fun kids brand would all be amazing to work on and allow for something really fun and different!
Ana Brezovec
Lead Brand & Web Designer, owner of Studio Bressi
Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives
Ana Brezovec
Portoroz / Slovenia
Lead Brand & Web Designer, owner of Studio Bressi
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Ana Brezovec and I’m a Lead Brand & Web Designer, owner of Studio Bressi based in Portoroz, Slovenia.
02
Outside work you will often find me walking along the beach with my pup Elli, drawing & painting or, curled up with my cat and my kindle getting lost inside some romantasy world.
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually… As a European girlie who mostly works with US clients, my work day normally starts in the afternoon to accommodate our timezone differences. That's when I get cozy at my desk, hop on calls with clients and draft exciting concepts.
04
My day usually starts with rice milk latte & cuddles with my pets
05
Most of the time I am working on.. When I'm not doing client work, I'm often busy crafting new website template designs
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Drawing in Paint! My dad still has an illustration of our cat I created on his first computer :)
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love coming up with elegant & interactive design solutions!
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Definitely having Netflix open on the side haha.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words?
Editorial. Minimalist. Feminine.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
That would probably be the typography techniques and vertical line 100%. Fluid Tabs is at the top as well.
11
What makes your work standout?
My design philosophy embraces a soft and elevated approach, ensuring each creation is both inviting and a vibrant reflection of the brand’s unique personality. I blend aesthetic elegance with a deep understanding of brand identity, allowing me to craft holistic experiences that resonate on an emotional and visual level.
12
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Standout Squarespace is the backbone of my web design business, but the biggest lesson I learned is how to design Smarter. How to think strategically about design/code implementation to allow our clients an elevated and easy user experience. So that, apart from coding of course - which I had 0 prior knowledge of and is now essential part of my offering.
13
What is your dream website project?
My dream project would be designing branding & website for a high-end destination wedding planner.
Isabel Feuerstein
Isabel Feuerstein
Bellingham, WA / USA
Founder of Opal Templates
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Isabel Feuerstein and I’m the Founder of Opal Templates based in Bellingham, WA.
02
Outside work you will often find me cooking, traveling, planning something on Pinterest or finding the nearest open field to take my dog to ❤️
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually rotating between the same 3 spots in my house just to switch things up working from home 🤪
04
My day usually starts with the gym!
05
Most of the time I am working on template development or new marketing experiments.
“Your website should be making your life easier by outsourcing your sales process, building trust, and setting boundaries for you.”
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Making a website for my neighborhood friend group in middle school. We each had our own page and it's actually still up today somehow! I used to love making excuses to build a website for anything back then.
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Getting creative with the design process! I love the idea of creating a little online world beyond the standard website experience.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Staring off into the distance to let my eyes refocus...
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Feminine. Playful.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
The carousel workshops! I love finding ways to make the most of these sections and use them in new ways.
11
What makes your work standout?
I put a big focus on the copy strategy! I design templates that are made to help freelancers start building a more peaceful brand and get off the burnout cycle, so my templates actually include a whole website strategy course too!
12
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Less is more, but if you're going to add code - keep it organized and do it right the first time (for your future self 🥲).
14
What is your dream website project?
Since I design templates only, I really just want to continue getting more and more creative with these designs and seeing what I can do while keeping my work customizable.
Nancy Hatt Larson
Founder, Creative Director of Hatthaus, a boutique branding and website studio
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Squarespace Template
Nancy Hatt Larson
Covington, WA / USA
Founder, Creative Director of Hatthaus, a boutique branding and website studio
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Squarespace Template
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Nancy Hatt Larson and I’m the Founder, Creative Director of Hatthaus, a boutique branding and website studio based in Covington, WA, USA.
02
Outside work you will often find me traveling, wine-tasting and talking to random dogs on the street.
03
My day usually starts with coffee and pajama time as I ease into the day, checking my e-mail, planning my day.
04
Most of the time I am working on new website designs, brand suites and learning (always learning!!!) new techniques and skills.
05
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Early on, people would talk about "surfing the web" like it was this private club for the intellectually elite. But, like most things, it really is simply about getting in there and trying it out. I originally hopped online because I had recently moved to Hawaii and wanted some things I couldn't find locally, but Christmas and two little girls waiting for Santa had other ideas. Enter...the internet. Magic!
06
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love it all! The strategy, the design, even the hours of trouble-shooting to get the code just right.
07
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Sitting on the patio, the sun peaking through the trees, watching the birds, squirrels and bunnies play in my yard.
08
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Feminine. Timeless.
09
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Slideshow counters, Fluid Tabs Grid, Blog List Borders, Stylish Carousel Summary Block, Styling Accordions, and Lined Header.
10
What makes your work standout?
Timeless and elevated while maintaining a fresh and modern appeal. So, like your cool aunt who is in touch with the times but also has the experience to get results.
11
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
NIXIE
Website →This was a fun one, inspired by trips to the local farmer's market and an obsession with flower farmers. I created an ideal client, designed a brand identity and jumped in whole-heartedly to Squarespace. So many workshops that helped, but I would highlight the organization thanks to the border workshops, the beauty thanks to the portfolio and blog workshops, and the impact thanks to the footer reveal workshop.
HADLEY
Another fun one, inspired by a close friend in the design world. Again, a lot of research in creating a brand identity and strategy. The workshops on tabs on hover, sticky sections and a side menu were amazing, but also the tips found in the community helped finesse every little detail.
12
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
This has been the most comprehensive and supportive course I have ever taken. The skills are taught in a way that I think most creatives respond too, and the support is like having a helpful mentor sitting beside you.
13
What is your dream website project?
Anything that evokes the spirit of wine country living, whether in California, France or world-wide. The people and products/services/hospitality that understand that quality of living with ease you find in these areas. Hard work, yes, but also an appreciation of the beauty all around.
Chiara Jansen
Brand Strategist, WebDesigner + Developer
Shopify Design and Dev, Shopify Template, Website Tweaks, Brand Design
Chiara Jansen
Amsterdam / the Netherlands
Brand Strategist, WebDesigner + Developer
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Shopify Template, Website Tweaks, Brand Strategy and Design
Course Taken
Standout Shopify
01
Hi! My name is Chiara Jansen and I’m a Brand Strategist, WebDesigner + Developer based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
02
Outside work you will often find me navigating the chaos of mom life and trying to sneak in a moment of peace with a book (preferably in a café)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually strategizing like a boss, sipping on my third coffee, and infusing creativity into every project for my clients. If it's a good day, there’s also some impromptu dancing between design sessions.
04
My day usually starts with a whirlwind of breakfast chaos, trying to get the kids ready for school while juggling emails on my phone. Somewhere in there, I manage to chug a lukewarm coffee and mentally prepare for the day ahead.
05
Most of the time I am working on empowering female entrepreneurs to break through their limitations with stunning brand identities and seamless websites. Basically, I’m turning visions into reality, one pixel at a time.
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
AOL chatrooms and that glorious dial-up tone—pure nostalgia.
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Seeing the light in my clients’ eyes when their vision comes to life. It's like digital alchemy—turning raw ideas into a cohesive, beautiful, and functional brand presence. Plus, I live for those "aha" moments when everything clicks perfectly into place.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Blasting some empowering tunes to keep the vibe high and the inspiration flowing.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Bold. Feminine.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I love the Product Slider Section which is powered by CSS only and the Shop the Look Section. I think both sections work so well with a lot of brands to showcase their products.
11
What makes your work standout?
My dedication and love for creating not just visually stunning designs, but also strategic and soulful brand experiences. I blend creativity with a deep understanding of my clients’ dreams and goals, ensuring every project is a unique masterpiece tailored to empower and inspire.
12
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Valery Vain
The website for Valery Vain holds a special place in my heart and it was one of the first sites I build with the Esencia theme. We implemented several wholesale options; potential partners can fill out a custom form, wholesale partners can login and easily (pre)order the products and access products exclusive available for wholesale.
13
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
The amount of knowledge that's shared is insane. The program is already very detailed, but Rache's support goes even further than that. She really goes beyond and beyond and is always willing to help and support <3.
14
What is your dream website project?
My passion lies in collaborating with those who dare to dream big and make bold moves – the game-changers in the fashion, beauty and lifestyle realms.
Meg Scharf
Meg Scharf
Casa Grande, AZ / USA
Website Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
01
Hi! My name is Meg Scharf and I’m a Website Designer based in Casa Grande, AZ, USA.
02
Outside work you will often find me hanging out with my two beautiful children, dogs, and even our new bunny, when they all finally go to bed I do enjoy bingeing good tv shows.
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually clocking in at the comfort of my own office at home, listening to podcasts and taking care of all my clients needs.
04
My day usually starts with The Word "Mom”
05
Most of the time I am working on Ecommerce Websites.
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
When I was about 7 years old, My parents had this very large computer in our basement. My brother was older so of course, he was the one who got to use it and understand it more than I did. One day he asked me if I wanted to play a game called "Runescape" Since then, I have been so intrigued by a computer that I don't think I have ever gone without one.
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
The best part is seeing it all come together, from the images in my mind to seeing it on a real screen is unbelievable.
08
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Playful. Minimalist. Maximalist. Feminine.
09
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
There are so many! I do find myself doing the "timeline" one frequently.
10
What makes your work standout?
When I design websites, I put myself in my clients shoes (while of course still going towards their wants/needs), If I were running this business, what would I want this website to do? I ask myself the most fundamental questions every step of the way, Does this convert? If I were an everyday user, does it make sense? I am always thinking 5 steps ahead when building a website.
11
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Eluwa Studio
To design and develop a minimalist and clean website for a hand poured candle studio that showcases the studio's unique and high-quality products in a visually appealing way. - Grid layout and also building out a Shopify header and footer creating the store only on Shopify - I learned that it is possible to have a Squarespace and Shopify hybrid on this build due to the clients request.
12
What is your dream website project?
A dream website project would be something different, Possibly custom one of a kind furniture or custom clothing that the website can be very creative and bold.
Kseniia Kuzmenko
Shopify & Webflow Web-Designer
Shopify Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Photography, Brand Design, Shopify Template
Kseniia Kuzmenko
Vilnius / Lithuania
Shopify & Webflow Web-Designer
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Photography, Brand Design, Shopify Template
Course Taken
Standout Shopify
01
Hi! My name is Kseniia Kuzmenko and I’m a Shopify & Webflow Web-Designer based in Vilnius, Lithuania.
02
Outside work you will often find me spending time in nature with my husband and our amazing dog.(VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually working or improving my design skills :)
04
My day usually starts with meditation and exercises for my back.
05
Most of the time I am working on my laptop
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Oh. First memories are connected with Internet Cafes in my town, where I typically went after school secretly from my parents to play Need for Speed :)
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love creating web-strategies, sales funnels, and guiding clients on organizing their business and products. I want to be more than just a web-designer; I aspire to be a business mentor, supporting clients and celebrating their growth, especially their first sales, building their first online/offline stores, seeing how they attract investments.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
As I am still learning, I prefer to focus all of my attention on coding itself :)
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words?
Minimalist. Feminine. Earthy
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
CSS and Liquid
11
What makes your work standout?
I would say it would be thoughtful design. I strongly believe that minimalism emphasizes the importance of both details and the core content of a product or service.
12
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Oh a lot. I am constantly learning there not only from the lessons/workshops, but also from the questions of other students.
I find this program - the best program in the e-commerce design world. It covers so much. And I can't thank enough Rache for creating this course.
13
What is your dream website project?
Jewelry, cosmetics and home decor.
Katie Zana
Owner / Web & Brand Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Shopify Template, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives
Katie Zana
Byron Bay, NSW / Australia
Owner / Web & Brand Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Shopify Template, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Katie Zana and I’m an Owner / Web & Brand Designer based in Byron Bay, NSW, Australia.
02
Outside work you will often find me taking my beloved Great Dane, Baloo, out in nature, Sending podcast-length voice notes to one of my besties, and probably doing something witchy. (VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually recording my screen for template support requests riddled with Aussie slang and Dad jokes, spending far too long on designing an Instagram reel or post and working on 'my babies' 9MANIFEST and COSMO templates) (VIEW)
04
My day usually starts with cafe-hopping to get my social fix
05
Most of the time I am working on finding new ways to show you how cool my templates are.
“I’m an O.G. template designer who *loves* helping solopreneurs DIY authentic, clever, fun-first websites to meaningfully connect with Their People ™️.
I have COSMO Template for Squarespace and MANIFEST Theme for Shopify. Both come with support directly from me and a library of bite-sized tutorials for your template, Squarespace, DIY-ing your own branding, plus the coolest Flodesk Email template you’ve ever seen.
Custom, intuitive brand and web designs are a special offering available a few times on a flat rate for aligned clients - just ask me ☻”
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
I was definitely quick to hop on the Geocities website bandwagon and I can report that my love of GIFs has remained strong nearly 20 years later.
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Turning the vision, words and feelings you have about your brand into something tangible
that you're proud of. It doesn't matter if it's me doing it or knowing my guidance has helped you manifest it ⏤ both feel incred.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
I need at least three different beverages on hand to stay put and concentrate on coding.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Maximalist. Feminine. Playful.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Any that make listed content fun and interactive ⏤ getting people to read words on a website isn't easy, but these sections are worth their weight in gold for their ability to help with that.
11
What makes your work standout?
I don't believe in 'blank canvas' templates. My People are hyper-creative, divergent thinkers who believe in radical authenticity ⏤ without a truly inspiring starting point, they struggle to start. I don't dumb my templates down for people, I start bold and facilitate you to make it your own.
12
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
COSMO Squarespace Template
First created a few years ago, she hasn't stopped evolving. It's an ode to almost everything I've learned over many years of working for small businesses and from a technical perspective, a beautiful showcase of Squarestylist codes.
It's one thing to design a drop dead gorg website, it's another to make it workable as a template; the coding is different. Every section choice has to be very intentional. I also like it to be a balance of both DIY-friendly and using layouts that aren't so basic like most templates are!
13
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
The depth Rache goes into when it comes to covering all bases from a design, learning code, the incredibly layout library and freelancing perspective, is unparalleled. Even if you're joining for one of those elements, you will get your ROI. I can't say that about many courses (and I've invested in ~a lot~).
14
What is your dream website project?
Unique brand and website creations are a real honour I take seriously. It's a truly collaborative process where I use my 10+ years of experience and intuition to bring your wildest visions to life.
I pair best with - what i can only describe as - 'New Era’ businesses. Those shaking up or remixing existing ones to make them better. IYKYK.
Sometimes, I’m also the person that super creative-minded, neurodivergent people need when they have a particularly bold vision to come to life that other designers haven’t been able to grasp.
Kirsty Montgomery
Owner & Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Squarespace Template, SEO Strategy
kirsty montgomery
Inverness / UK
Owner & Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Squarespace Template, SEO Strategy
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Kirsty Montgomery and I’m an Owner & Designer based in Inverness, UK.
02
Outside work you will often find me working on one of my many crafty hobbies, doing yoga or travelling to watch wrestling.
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually in my office space. (VIEW)
04
My day usually starts with a hearty breakfast and a walk to the office.
05
Most of the time I am working on Squarespace website designs for small businesses.
“Websites should do more than look pretty.
I want you to walk away from our time together with a strategic website that reflects your business, that connects with your ideal customer and, ultimately, helps to grow your business.”
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
I would call myself an elder millennial so my first internet memories include dial-up internet, MSN messenger and customising my MySpace page with code!
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love learning about my client's businesses so we can really figure out how a website can work for their business to make their life easier. My second favourite thing is getting stuck into website customisations to make their website really unique.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Whilst I have my head in code, I like to to listening to a true crime podcast or my favourite mid-00's pop-punk playlist.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Modern. Playful. Feminine.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Any workshop which allows greater customisation and utilisation of List Sections is my favourite and most used. This is because it's such an easy interface on the back end for clients to use, and with some creativity, these section types can look great.
11
What makes your work standout?
My goal when working on a website is to make a difference for the business I am working with. Having a site that they are visually happy with and proud to share is very important but the functionality of a site is always my number one focus.
12
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Wild WordsmithWebsite →One website I am really proud of is for a copywriting business called the Wild Wordsmith. This project required us to take a lot of existing content and create a site that is easy to navigate around whilst still staying true to the branding.
I used many Standout Squarespace workshops to build a space that is both calming and engaging for the viewer.
These included:
- rotating elements
- hover effects
- scrolling text
- split sections with flexbox
- list section customisations
- sticky sections
- megamenu
13
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
I now have the confidence and freedom to design solutions that best suit the needs of the business, without thinking first about the 'limitations' of Squarespace.
14
What is your dream website project?
I love working with creative small businesses or small online shops.
