Directory
Top Squarespace Web Designers and Shopify EXPERTS Directory
Our directory features vetted designers and developers who completed our flagship programs, Standout Squarespace and Standout Shopify.
Jasmine Zayas
Creative web designer + developer for super fun & loving businesses
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Brand Design, Website Tweaks
Jasmine Zayas
Miami, Florida / USA
Creative web designer + developer for super fun & loving businesses
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Brand Design, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
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Hi! My name is Jasmine Zayas and I’m a Creative web designer + developer for super fun & loving businesses based in Miami, Florida, USA.
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Outside work you will often find me taking my dog out on walks to the park or the beach getting our enrichment time in the sun, yes ma'am. (VIEW)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually cooped up at my desk vibing to a playlist and getting work done with my cafecito con leche.
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My day usually starts with thanking God for another day of life.
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Most of the time I am working on creating cute websites and dreaming up other passion projects.
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
It has to be playing computer games at my friend's computer room in her house, we'd play Purble Place HAHAHA i miss it :')
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love the entire process of seeing the vision come to life. All from ideating it, to designing it, and translating it through code. It all makes the experience so gratifying.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Eating for sure. Getting myself a snack and unwinding to a good anime episode before getting back to work. (for my anime lovers! here's some of my recent favs: Apothecary Diaries, A Sign of Affection, Kaiju No. 8)
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Vintage/Retro. Playful. Editorial.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I use all of the coding techniques, but I would say animations are super fun to see on my website projects.
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What makes your work standout?
I am an old soul and I love all things of the past. I take inspiration from there a lot, so I would say my work is vintage-inspired and playful. I always aim in creating a beautiful website that's not just functional, but is visually-pleasing to the eye. Your website is your digital storefront and you always want to make that first impression memorable to your site visitors to get them to come back woooo!
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
The fact that I can say I code and design websites is baffling to me, what started out as a hobby has turned into a passion for me and I'm so grateful for the courses through this program that have empowered me to take huge steps in that direction.
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What is your dream website project?
It is always a dream to work with a client who is open-minded, patient, and trustworthy without micro-managing. They are kind and amazing people that are on the same wavelength as you. I believe beautiful work can come out of a healthy collaboration like that.
Alana Jade
Website designer for kind businesses
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Squarespace Template, Brand Design, SEO Strategy
Alana Jade
Australia + Thailand
Website designer for kind businesses
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Squarespace Template, Brand Design, SEO Strategy
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Alana Jade and I’m a Website designer for kind businesses based in my home country of Australia and a little island in Thailand.
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Outside work you will often find me creating beautiful things (macrame, music and vegan platters, mostly!); drinking loads of soy-milky tea (English Breakfast for the win!); contemplating and reflecting deeply; questioning the status quo and living ‘outside the box’; sauntering along the tropical coastlines of southern Thailand; playing old-timey jazz and swing numbers on the clarinet in my band, Latootz. ( V I E W )
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But on a typical workday, I am usually collaborating with my brand team, dreaming up a new branding kit or one-week website design or building websites for my clients!
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My day usually starts with yoga, meditation, an ocean swim and a big pot of tea
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Most of the time I am working on delivering websites in just one week!
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Bringing together the talented work of different creatives – branding experts, photographers, writers – into a space that does my client’s gifts and passions justice. I also get a thrill when I see little lines of code on one side of the screen make something beautiful happen on the other side!
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Chocolate!
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Minimalist. Earthy.
09
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Pseudo elements, blog grids, sticky sections and elements, the smart coding section techniques so my clients never have to touch a line of code and can easily keep their websites up to date!
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What makes your work standout?
Infused throughout all my web design work, is my passion for minimalist business practices and simple, kind living. This means all my design work focuses on calm, kind, ethical design with minimal distractions, and online spaces that are gentle on the nervous system.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Earth ConsciousWebsite →Our Earth one-week website base design made for environmental advocates and non-profits, which we launched this year.
This design was two years in the making! I spent a lot of time researching the types of key pages, sections and functionality these types of businesses would need. In the end, I created our first 'mix and match' one-week website design where the business can choose the exact functionality they need. It makes the design so much more flexible and can be used by a variety of different businesses.
I used loads of different workshops and trainings from standout, including:
• Blog grid
• Pricing tables
• Sliding letters
• Sticky section and words for values on the About page
• Sliding timeline
• Pseudo brand marks in the footer
• Sticky split section in portfolio
• Make entire list item clickable
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
To truly understand code – rather than just copy and paste it from anywhere and everywhere across the internet. And the smart coding techniques have helped me develop my one-week website base designs in a way that makes them easy for me to create and easy for my clients to keep up to date. This has been an invaluable growing point for my business.
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What is your dream website project?
A for-purpose business and / or activist – someone who is focusing on making a difference in the area of climate change.
Katherine Shuler
Brand & Web Designer
Squarespace Template, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Brand Design
Austin, TX, USA
Katherine Shuler
Austin, TX / USA
Brand & Web Designer
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
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Hi! My name is Katherine Shuler and I’m a Brand & Web Designer based in Austin, TX, USA.
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Outside work you will often find me unplugging through exercise, such as taking long walks in the neighborhood, boxing, and weight lifting. Sometimes, I find myself dreaming of new ways to refresh my home and dip into my interior design hobby. When it's time to relax, I either binge on reality TV or try out a new pasta recipe in the kitchen. (V I E W)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually up around 6:30 AM and start my day by making a coffee protein shake. I then go through my inbox and adjust my schedule to prioritize tasks for the day. I try to take a quick walk outside, but if I can't, I make sure to get my steps in using a walking pad under my desk. My typical workload includes working on custom client websites and brands, handling UI/UX work for the agency I freelance for, and focusing on marketing for Rainey Studio. (V I E W)
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My day usually starts with coffee
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Most of the time I am working on website design, updates, and audits
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
When I was a little girl, I remember my dad bringing home a massive IBM desktop computer. I was immediately fascinated and spent many days of my childhood playing games such as The Sims. I eventually grew into the MySpace era, where I learned how to customize my profile using CSS. My love for technology and my traditional art background gave me clarity on what I eventually wanted to go to school for - Graphic Design.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love creating a brand's online presence. Websites offer ample space to display a visual story and showcase the brand's personality through small interactions and animations, creating a unified system.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
I am really enjoying diving into and experimenting with Webflow and Framer as platforms to offer clients. As a designer who uses Figma every day, I find both web-based builders offer ample space for creativity and customization without feeling daunting or too complex.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Feminine. Timeless. Modern. Editorial
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I frequently reference workshops that focus on galleries, hover interactions, and scrolling. Adding small customized touches of code can help a brand stand out from templated designs and give it a unique voice and personality on a digital platform.
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What makes your work standout?
I have a diverse professional background that includes leadership in in-house start-up design and running my own studio. I've lived in Texas for over 10 years, where I've been inspired by the creative environment of Austin. However, I also draw inspiration from my Carolina roots, which are more classic and timeless, influenced by the beautiful landscape of tall trees and the Atlantic. I strive to create clean and elegant branding and website designs, using sophisticated typography to convey personality and employing strong art direction to establish a cohesive and timeless brand system that feels modern and fresh.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Standout is incredibly organized, detailed, and thoughtful. I've gained a wealth of knowledge about web design and development, including responsive design best practices, strategic copywriting, SEO, optimization, and more. Rache is always available to assist, answer questions, give feedback, and support all her students. It's definitely a worthwhile investment.
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What is your dream website project?
I would love to collaborate with an interior design studio that aligns with my aesthetic. The studio's website should have a sophisticated and classic design, displaying beautiful spaces with edge-to-edge media. In addition, I envision an accompanying e-commerce platform to sell their curated selection of furniture, decor, and other items that add warmth and personality to a home.
Gabbi Coronel
Brand & Web Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Brand Design, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives
Gabbi Coronel
Austin / Texas
Brand & Web Designer
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Gabbi Coronel and I’m a Brand & Web Designer based in Austin, Texas.
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Outside work you will often find me teaching yoga, traveling, or somewhere near water.
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But on a typical workday, I am usually drinking an iced latte, sketching up logo suites and getting inspired/ obsessed with color palettes and type design.
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My day usually starts with cuddling my dog.
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Most of the time I am working on brand identity and web design for entrepreneurs.
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Xanga and AOL haha! and can't forget downloading music on Limewire.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Love love love the beginning process of design direction. conceptualizing section layouts and templates feels incredibly inspiring. I also love building it all out on Squarespace, implementing strategy and letting the brand identity come to life.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
In between coding I'm usually stretching on my office floor or playing with my dog. maybe a combo of both.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Earthy. Bold. Modern.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Sticky sections, vertical lines, scrolling and hover animations. honestly, love them all.
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What makes your work standout?
I usually refer to myself as a design chameleon. I capture the personality of each client while implementing my love for color, type, & image direction. Each project is unique and intuitive to the client and their vision.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
I would say I've learned to trust my creative style and be more confident in it. I've learned to take risks and not be afraid to be bold with design and code. practice practice practice the workshops that interest me. Truly have grown so much as a designer because of this course. It's a wealth to resources and opportunities to explore creativity.
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What is your dream website project?
My dream website project is to work with media production company or art gallery that allows me full creative freedom on the UI of their website.I envision bold typography, unique editorial layouts, and captivating imagery of their work. I want to push creative boundaries both in branding and in their web presence.
Maria Krause
Web Design & Development
Brand Design, Squarespace Template, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Photography, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Maria Krause
Berlin / Germany
Web Designer and Developer
Services
Brand Design, Squarespace Template, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Photography, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Maria Krause and I’m a Web Designer and Developer based in Berlin, Germany.
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Outside work you will often find me on the beach, eating fruits and having an Aperol Spritz. (VIEW)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually sitting on the sofa with my laptop, working on new websites or coding something, listening to loud music, and forgetting everything around me.
04
My day usually starts with taking my daughter to kindergarten and then attend a Pilates class at home.
05
Most of the time I am working on a new design, refining a design, or learning a cool new design trick.
06
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
The best part of building websites for me is coding, trying out new things, creating mock-ups, and feeling satisfied when I successfully develop them as envisioned during the creation phase.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Fresh air, coffee or tea and walking with the dog and my daughter.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Minimalist. Playful. Bold
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Stylish Vertical Tabs, Movable Blocks on Squarespace, Sticky Sections, Footer Reveal, Styling Accordions, Portfolio Hover Follow, Scroll-based Background Color change, Spotlight Animation, Fluid Image Reveal on Text Hover, Mega Menu.
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What makes your work standout?
I focus on every aspect of the project, from design to functionality, ensuring a polished and professional end product. I prioritize the user experience, creating intuitive interfaces and seamless interactions that enhance usability. I ensure that the websites I build are responsive and look great on all devices, which is crucial in today's mobile-centric world. I also make a point to cater to the specific wishes of my clients, ensuring that each website is as unique as its owner.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
AMICI CUCINA E VINO
Understanding how to combine old and new technology and knowledge to achieve the best result, leveraging abundant knowledge but limited time, and making it exceptionally valuable for the industry. The exceptional aspect of this project is that this website stands out from others in the industry by focusing on the essentials: the founder and the restaurant's food.
Standout workshops: Styling Accordions, Sticky Sections.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
The ability to understand each individual website, its structure, and its components.
Developing problem-solving skills to independently find solutions.
Familiarity with the language of coding, enabling effective communication and implementation of solutions.
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What is your dream website project?
First: Designing and developing websites for restaurants allows each establishment to showcase its unique identity and offerings. From high-end Michelin-starred venues to cozy local bistros, the goal is to capture the essence of the dining experience through thoughtful design elements. Incorporating features like intuitive reservation systems, visually enticing menu displays with quality imagery, and personalized sections like 'Meet the Team' can enrich the website's appeal. By tailoring these elements to reflect the restaurant's atmosphere and culinary philosophy, every website can stand out as a distinct digital representation of its brand.
Second: Designing and developing websites for Airbnb and smaller travel companies is essential for showcasing their unique offerings and maintaining their individuality. By highlighting personalized services, distinctive accommodations, and local experiences, these websites ensure that they stand out and remain memorable in a competitive market. This approach not only attracts potential guests but also enhances the overall user experience, fostering trust and loyalty among visitors.
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
01
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)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually slacking with my team, sketching new ideas, or working on our next client branding project. (VIEW)
04
My day usually starts with iced coffee.
05
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.
10
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!
Nathalie Chikhi
Founder, Designer and Artist
Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Brand Design, Squarespace Design and Dev, Photography
Nathalie Chikhi
Fort Worth Area / USA
Founder, Designer and Artist
Services
Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Brand Design, Squarespace Design and Dev, Photography
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Nathalie Chikhi and I’m a Founder, Designer and Artist based in Fort Worth Area, USA.
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Outside work you will often find me spending quality time with my daughter and husband.
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually creating new original works in my art studio.
04
My day usually starts with working out.
05
Most of the time I am working on design and art.
“Intuition is what guides my creative process. Organically nurturing my imagination, always.”
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Well, I remember of my first website using dreamweaver. It was the inception of the internet ;-)
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love creating brand from the ground up, it is challenging and intimidating at the same time, but I am excited to capture the essence of the client and uncover the right visual signature for my client's brand.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Drinking coffee and going for a walk.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words?
Minimalist. Maximalist. Playful. Futuristic. Modern. Bold.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Font customization
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What makes your work standout?
Creativity, design and creative vision.
12
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Make it possible to personalize a solid platform such as Squarespace.
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What is your dream website project?
Work for a Fashion brand, with a solid team of designer, photographer, stylist and videographer and dev.
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
01
Hi! My name is Ahdiya Gurgani and I’m a UX/UI | Branding & Web Designer based in Melbourne, Australia.
02
Outside work you will often find me going to pilates, hiking, journaling and traveling to tropical islands
03
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.
04
My day usually starts with journaling and meditation
05
Most of the time I am working on designs, creating content for instagram
06
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!
07
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Learning the best techniques to make the squarespace website as unique as possible
08
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words?
Minimalist. Maximalist. Vibrant. Modern. Dark. Feminine.
09
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
seamless animations
10
What makes your work standout?
My work is rooted in UX/UI and psychology principles.
11
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Sadia PsychologyWebsite →
12
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
Marlo Biasutti
Creative Director
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Marlo Biasutti
Toronto / Canada
Creative Director
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
01
Hi! My name is Marlo Biasutti and I’m a Creative Director based in Toronto, Canada.
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Outside work you will often find me spending time with my family and running trails.
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually in my office loving every minute of it.
04
My day usually starts with a walk with my dog.
05
Most of the time I am working on coding Squarespace websites for professionals that are ready to elevate their online presence.
06
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Learning new coding techniques and seeing them come to life.
07
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Modern. Bold
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I love sticky features and mega menus.
09
What makes your work standout?
I have a background in print editorial that I love to bring to life in the digital world.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Peloton Capital Management.
This was a client project and my largest website build yet. It not only incorporated the brand identity I designed, but we also did a full photoshoot and videography that was incorporated into the new website. I love implementing sticky features for roll-over effects, a mega menu, and the ability to have full control over typography using code.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
How much I love coding. I always thought that my design brain wasn't built for this but using Rache's approach I have fallen in love.
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What is your dream website project?
I love them all. I like the diversity each client project brings and how we can express their individual brands online and make their personality shine.
Malin Eriksson
Web Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Brand Design, Website Tweaks
Malin Eriksson
Malmö / Sweden
Web Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Brand Design, Website Tweaks, Shopify Template
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
01
Hi! My name is Malin Eriksson and I’m a Web Designer based in Malmö, Sweden
02
Outside work you will often find me at the CrossFit gym or boxing, as I love to stay active. I also enjoy spending quality time with my partner, Dennis, and traveling to experience new places and cultures. ( VIEW )
03
But on a typical workday, I do a little of everything. Since I am both a web designer and a marketing manager at a mall, I am usually in front of my computer, either working on web design projects or planning events as part of my role as a manager at a mall
04
My day usually starts with a nice cup of coffee while checking my emails, followed by a pleasant stroll around the mall.
05
Most of the time I am working on something creative tasks like designing graphics for a website or planning an exciting event.
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Many years ago in school, the first thing we learned about computers was what 'www' stood for. Yes, I am that old...
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love the whole process, from getting to know you and your business inside out to extrapolating your values and translating them into a website that helps you get closer to your goal. But I love to code if we are in for the nite and gritty.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
During my mid-coding pastime, I like to take short walks to get some fresh air and clear my mind. I also enjoy having a healthy snack or a cup of coffee to keep my energy levels up and stay refreshed.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Modern. Bold
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Without a doubt the Sticky Gallery and Style Logo Image on Scroll workshops.
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What makes your work standout?
I don't do boring web design; I specialize in creating iconic brand and web designs for cult beauty brands. My focus is on the customer journey and ensuring that they experience your brand while easily finding what they are looking for.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Bare Nordic Beauty
My proudest website build so far is an e-commerce site for a client on Shopify called Bare Nordic Beauty. I took the skills I learned from working with Squarespace and applied them to Shopify. What started as a small complementary shop for a Nordic beauty brand boutique has grown into a full-fledged e-commerce store with over 400 products. The key lesson I learned from this project is to never set boundaries on what you can achieve.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
One of the most valuable lessons I've learned from the Standout programs is that with the right mindset and people cheering you on, you can achieve anything. The program has not only given me the necessary skillset but also fostered the confidence and mindset to stand out and design uniquely. The supportive community, always cheering us on, has been a huge part in pushing boundaries and reaching my goals.
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What is your dream website project?
My dream website project would be to build a visually bold and modern website that gives visitors an alluring and inspiring customer journey for an up-and-coming personal brand in the beauty industry. I envision creating a website that showcases their unique products and services, tells their story, and engages their audience with captivating content. This project would combine my passion for design with my love for the beauty industry, allowing me to craft an online presence that truly stands out and resonates with beauty enthusiasts.
Maria Elena Monraz Preciado
Founder & Creative Director
Brand Design, Graphic Design, Illustrations, Creative Direction
Maria Elena Monraz Preciado
Guadalajara / Mexico
Founder & Creative Director
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
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Hi! My name is Maria Elena Monraz Preciado and I’m a Founder & Creative Director based in Guadalajara, Mexico
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Outside work you will often find me playing with my dog Bimba (although I do that during work hours too :)) Doing sports, specially kite-surf. I love traveling and working as a digital nomad. I am *based* in Mexico so I love summer, the beach and any activity that requires being in water. I love running early in the morning, coffee (espresso) and architecture / interior design.(VIEW)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually drinking coffee and designing the website architecture. I love development and my focus is bringing designers vision and website projects to life through smart code. As an architect turned web developer I an a natural puzzle solver, coming up with simple yet impactful coding solutions for fellow cool designers, this is why my studio is called From Cool to Coded.
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My day usually starts with meditation, coffee and a morning run in the nearest park
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Most of the time I am working on web development for other designers inside Squarespace and Shopify
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
I am a 90's kid so I remember the sound of dial up internet. I am a hybrid: knew both analog and digital eras. I would download coloring books and images that I could then print out and make an art project out of them... I loved it since the very beginning.
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Coding is where I shine. I like design and really enjoy it too... but writing lines of code and coming up with smart, efficient and simple solutions to website mockups is my passion. I love puzzles (big sudoku fan) and web development is like solving one big puzzle in many small steps.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Playing with my dog
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Monochrome. Playful. Bold.
10
Share your unique style, your design philosophy and/or aesthetics that appeal to you.
I consider myself a design chameleon. I love studying vintage magazines and books to gather inspo as much as I love seeing what's new on Pinterest. I try my best to combine the best of new and old while providing a safety net depending on the niche my clients are in.
11
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
All of them! But if I have to choose: vertical lines, mega menus (or any menu workshop), testimonial slider, sticky - scrolling, focus list carrousels, anything with hover effects and animations.... Lol I could keep going, they are all amazing.
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What makes your work standout?
I love an editorial, bold, monochromatic design but contrasted with fun, playful user integrations. I love it when users are surprised when visiting a website with *hidden* cool animations and interactions. I love to incorporate these fun little code snippets that give web designs and extra layer of fun.
13
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Maria Web StudioWebsite →It was the first website I made for myself when I launched my Web Design Studio and was still a student inside Standout Squarespace. Since it was a project for myself I felt really confident to explore and take risks. It represented my design style to the fullest: editorial, vertical lines, black and white and image and typography based. I built it when the classic editor was the only editor. I used the lessons learned inside Module 4: Box model, typography, display, float and layout position properties. During this project I learned that anything is possible when you learn smart coding techniques. That CSS alone goes a long long way. I also learned more about my personal style and POV.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
My biggest takeaway is that if you build strong skills you can achieve anything. That you can create your dream job, and creativity is inside all of us, it just has different outlets. I will forever be grateful for Rache and of her Standout Programs, they opened a lot of doors I never thought possible for me.
15
What is your dream website project?
I love coding websites, so my dream website project is to collaborate with nice, cool designers around the world and bring their website projects from cool to coded.
Wynny
Designer / Creative Developer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Shopify Template, Brand Design, Squarespace Template
Wynny
Jakarta / Indonesia
Designer / Creative Developer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Shopify Template, Brand Design, Squarespace Template
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Wynny and I’m a Designer / Creative Developer based in Jakarta, Indonesia
02
Outside work you will often find me at local coffee shops, or finding new food to try.
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually with my headphones on, I put on my comfiest clothes, and am ready to immerse myself into my work.
04
My day usually starts with morning workout, journaling
05
Most of the time I am working on pushing the envelope, one day at a time.
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
friendster. oh no.. 🙈
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Exploring design direction. And what I like the most is building and coding it to live. I love the thrill and the problem solving part of building the site.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Brew another coffee. The smell of freshly brewed coffee lifts my spirit. At the end of the day/week, I reward myself with a few episodes of Kdrama.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Earthy. Modern.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Every single one of the Standout workshops is valuable in making a unique standout website. I learned a lot from Rache's thought process and how to apply that, not only limited to the workshop materials but I can use the same principles to solve other problems as well.
11
What makes your work standout?
I took time to listen to my client's problem, provide the simplest solution, and elevate it to make it look unique and stand out. Every client is different, every project is a new challenge. I am always up for any creative challenge. I am led by curiosity and skill-driven results.
12
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Mutual Muse.
Website → As a Shopify Developer this is my proudest project. Designed by the lovely Dana from @paradise.studio.design Lots of the buildout from this site is based from my learning from Standout Squarespace and Standout Shopify. And I use lots of assets from Standout Shopify Code Toolkit that I modified so it looks like the design that Dana has.
AR15 and Under
Website →Designed by KUYA, my role in this project is the Shopify Developer. This is a non-profit project that won 2024 D&AD award for Writing in Design (Graphite Pencil)
Gaze
Website →As designer and developer, this is my proudest project. What I love about it is, the challenge of how to make Squarespace website look unique
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Rache's teaching style and materials are unique, aesthetic, and very importantly: make sense. Standout program has the best of both worlds of creativity and coding. Being a designer who loves to venture and learn more in coding, I took many coding courses and most of them were too long/too slow/too boring but not with Standout. Every module sparks interest and Rache's way of teaching makes coding make sense.
Also, the community. I met lots of new friends in Standout, and collaborate on projects and develop meaningful relationships.
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What is your dream website project?
Be part of a project that is bigger than me.
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
01
Hi! My name is Diane Green and I’m an Owner/Squarespace Website Designer based in Alta, Wyoming.
02
Outside work you will often find me hiking in the Teton Mountains, biking, skiing, gardening, reading, and connecting with friends.(VIEW)
03
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.
04
My day usually starts with coffee, stretching, and meditation. Always.
05
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.”
06
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.
07
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.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Fresh air and movement.
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?
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.
11
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.
12
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).
13
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!
Cecily Carlyle
Cecily Carlyle
Toronto / Canada
Visual Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
01
Hi! My name is Cecily Carlyle and I’m a Visual Designer based in Toronto, Canada.
02
Outside work you will often find me walking around the city getting coffee with friends, going on hikes, and checking out new art exhibits.(VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually at home working away at my desk listening to DJ Cinthie to get into a flow state.
04
My day usually starts with COFFEE
05
Most of the time I am working on emails and iterating on designs.
“The end result was a site with a visual style that was unique to me and which told my story in an innovative and one-of-a-kind way.”
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Angel Fire which was a website builder I used back in 2000 to upload as many pixelated Spice Girl and Sailor Moon images, as I possibly could haha.
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Figuring out how the visual identity will translate over to the web experience and putting the puzzle pieces together so the content flows well.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Stretching and recaffeinating.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Minimalist. Editorial. Modern. Brutalist.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
-Stacked List Cards
-Split Gallery
-Overflow Elements to Adjacent Sections
11
What makes your work standout?
With my background in fashion design, I incorporate a European, minimalistic sensibility in my work. I gravitate towards clean lines, grids, textures, black accents, and an overall minimalistic design aesthetic.
12
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Kim Vance ND
Website →The client completed an in depth questionnaire relating to their business, industry competitors, content requirements, and desired styles. I distilled all of the information into a visual identity concept. Once approved by the client we moved into the web design process which consists of designing a high-fidelity prototype of the homepage. Once the homepage is approved the remaining pages are designed and the site is built out with minor tweaks via client feedback.
Workshops used:
-Fluid Tab Grids for Blog section on Home page
-Stacked List Cards on Services page
Throughout this project build I learnt that "less is more". I always start out wanting to include a lot of cool features, but I am reminded to ask: what is the purpose, and will it hinder the user's experience?
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Don't be afraid to try and get messy. Use the amazing community to your advantage. If you're struggling to understand a concept—practice is key. This can come in the form a concept project for your portfolio if you don't have a client. Keep going and it will get easier and you will get quicker!
14
What is your dream website project?
An e-commerce site for a brand in the beauty space that requires high-quality, elevated packaging and brand photos.
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
01
Hi! My name is Kaitlin Marino and I’m a Founder, Designer based in Bucks County, PA.
02
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)
03
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).
04
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).
05
Most of the time I am working on brand strategies, brand identities, websites, or print collateral.
06
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!
07
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 ;)
08
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words?
Romantic. Otherworldly. Vintage/Retro. Earthy. Feminine. Editorial
10
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.
11
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.
12
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.
13
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.
Nenah Eve
Brand & Website Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Photography, Brand Design
Nenah eve
Remote
Brand & Website Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Photography, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Nenah Eve and I’m a Brand & Website Designer based in Portland, Oregon but work remotely.
02
Outside work you will often find me sleeping, cooking plant-based meals, and noodling around with music synthesizers.
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually immersed in exciting brand & website projects for inspired female founders.
04
My day usually starts with iced matcha.
05
Most of the time I am working on organizing, prioritizing, and creating.
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Coding MySpace profiles for myself and all my friends!
07
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. ✨
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Delicious little snacks - dried mango, blueberry kombucha, pistachios, mmmmmm.....
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Feminine. Earthy. Vintage/Retro.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Split Sections, Sticky Sections and Animate on Scroll
11
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.
12
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.
13
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.
14
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.
Agnes Koller
Owner & Creative Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy, Photography, Brand Design
Agnes Koller
New Brunswick / Canada
Owner & Creative Designer, Fig Design
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Illustration, Graphic Design, Photography, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Agnes Koller and I’m an Owner & Creative Designer based in New Brunswick, Canada.
02
Outside work you will often find me in sunny wildflower-filled meadows, digging in the garden, or walking barefoot on the beach. (VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually working in my home office with a big mug of herbal tea and the window open to outside breezes.
04
My day usually starts with getting some morning sun and making tea, catching up with client emails.
05
Most of the time I am working on branding and website design projects, interspersed with creating print collatoral for clients.
“The world is full of magical things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper”
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
I still vaguely remember the days of dial-up modems, waiting patiently for Netscape Navigator to load to check out new releases on the Blockbuster website.
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love the process of helping bring an idea to life by helping clients work through the brand and website strategy process. Designing mock-ups and refining them is always a lot of fun. It's the creative part of design that I enjoy the most.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
I take frequent movement breaks and enjoy walks in the sunshine--they're re-energizing and great for sparking new ideas.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Vibrant. Playful. Earthy.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Among my favourite Standout workshops are "Styling the Scrolling Block", "Shape Block Borders + Saved Sections", "Sideways Text" and "Stylish Carousel Summary Block".
11
What makes your work standout?
My work stands out in how well it captures the essence of each individual client, while staying true to my timeless, rich styling. For me, it's not about being trendy, it's about being authentic and honest.
12
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Standout exemplifies the idea that you're only limited by your imagination. Connecting with a community of talented creatives is a great way to expand knowledge and grow as a designer.
14
What is your dream website project?
I've always loved horses--their grace and beauty. I'd really enjoy creating a website for a horse rescue or farm that offers therapeutic horse-related services. Capturing the essence of the horses in a website would be a lovely experience.
Breezi Harrell
Brand and Website Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Website Tweaks, Squarespace Template, Shopify Template, Brand Design
Breezi Harrell
Austin, TX and Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
Brand and Website Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Website Tweaks, Squarespace Template, Shopify Template, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
01
Hi! My name is Breezi Harrell and I’m a Brand and Website Designer based in Austin, TX and Santa Rosa Beach, Florida.
02
Outside work you will often find me reading, at the beach, or walking in ATX with my Australian Shepherd, Snacks. (VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually listening to Billie Eilish in between chatting with clients! (VIEW)
04
My day usually starts with an iced latte.
05
Most of the time I am working on Shopify websites.
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
The dial-up internet sound (IYKYK) and AIM instant messenger!
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Making a client's vision come true with custom code and boosting their confidence in their brand or website!
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Scrolling Substack newsletters
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Coastal. Clean. Modern.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Animations, Menu Navigations (mega menu or balanced headers), Custom Typography, Alternate Images on Hover, Pseudo Elements, Loading Screen
11
What makes your work standout?
My work stands out because I'm extremely versatile, and I don't have a niche audience. I work with a wide variety of clients with different aesthetics, and I truly love how unique each project is. I come from a nonprofit background, so my love for designing is celebrated through helping my clients achieve their dreams.
12
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Apart from making me the coding expert and website designer I am today, some of my biggest takeaways from the Standout programs are the continued support Rache gives by answering student questions and how kind everyone in the community is. This, coupled with seeing how other designers utilize the program material, has definitely contributed to my growth and happiness as a creative.
13
What is your dream website project?
A passion project centered around my book Instagram account @brewsandbooks! If only I could find the time ;)
Patricia Johnson
Founder & Creative Director, Cultivation Studio
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Brand Design, Photography
Patricia Johnson
Los Angeles / USA
Founder & Creative Director, Cultivation Studio
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Brand Design, Photography
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
01
Hi! My name is Patricia Johnson and I’m a Founder & Creative Director, Cultivation Studio based in Los Angeles, USA.
02
Outside work you will often find me teaching a yoga class, browsing vintage markets, dancing til the wee morning hours, or lounging at the pool. (VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually designing and/or developing Squarespace websites from my home office in LA with an iced latte in hand!
04
My day usually starts with a coffee walk to my nearest coffee shop
05
Most of the time I am working on empowering entrepreneurs to show up as their authentic selves
“Patricia took our wildest dream — creating a virtual space for our community to connect and feel at home — and made it into a reality, incorporating all of our ideas into a user-friendly website woven in with the fun personality of our brand.”
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
This makes me feel reeeeeeal old, but I LIVED on the internet in the 90s!
My first memory is logging on to our dial-up internet on my family's computer to play chat room card games. Not too long after that I was spending all of my free time on Neopets.
As a preteen I started designing my own websites for fun... I should have predicted that this would be my actual job over 25 years later!
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love building websites because it allows me to balance both sides of my brain by being creative (design) and logical (strategy & coding).
But if I were to pick one part of the process, it would be development — I absolutely LOVE making designs come to life, it's like magic! I particularly love the problem solving aspect of coding.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Listening (and singing along) to late 90s R&B... literally the exact same thing I did while coding as a kid!
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Playful. Bold. Vibrant.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
There are SO many good ones that it's hard to narrow down, but I especially love the Fluid Tabs workshops because they bring an elevated, interactive experience to Squarespace.
11
What makes your work standout?
My core belief is that authenticity is the most effective strategy in branding & marketing, because it enables you to build the meaningful connections that support you & your business.
This is what guides my work with my clients — my goal is to showcase who they are in their brand & website design, which in turn empowers them to show up authentically.
This is also what guides my own branding, as I want to build a business that's authentic to me and my goals.
12
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Brand & website design for Radiate Wellness
I designed this newly launched wellness brand from start to finish — including brand strategy, brand identity, photography, and website design & development.
I used the Section Decor workshop to apply a background image on this website, and also used lessons from Standout to animate this section decor on scroll.
This project was incredibly rewarding for me because I managed each touchpoint of the brand design. It was very empowering to be able to see my creative vision through for the client from start to finish. This was the first big project of its kind for me, so I learned that I do have the talent, skill, and tenacity to run a successful creative business!
13
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
It is impossible to distill everything I have learned from Standout Squarespace into one paragraph. It improved my coding skills beyond what I ever thought possible for Squarespace, and in turn brought an incredible amount of value to my business by enabling me to offer more value to my clients *and* giving me the confidence to charge higher rates. Beyond coding, the course's business lessons helped me better understand how to run an effective creative business, from taxes to contracts to sales and everything in between. With the support of Rache's mentorship I have been able to build a profitable business that supports the life I want to lead, and that transcends monetary value. I am forever grateful.
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What is your dream website project?
I love working with entrepreneurs who want to make a positive impact through their services. As long as this value is aligned, I am happy!
In the future, I would love to work with more brick & more wellness spaces so I can work on brand strategy as it relates not only to digital spaces but physical as well.
Anita Cheung
Brand and Website Designer, Developer, Creative Consultant
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives
Anita Cheung
Vancouver, Canada
Brand and Website Designer, Developer, Creative Consultant
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks, Illustration
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Anita Cheung and I’m a Brand and Website Designer, Developer, Creative Consultant based in Vancouver, Canada
02
Outside work you will often find me sketching, gardening, horseback riding, surfing, reading, or watching movies. (VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually doing intensive client design work (which I call Snack Dates!), taking calls, or creating illustrations-- it all just depends on the day! (But always with at least two or three beverages by my side.) (VIEW)
04
My day usually starts with matcha latte and a stretch.
05
Most of the time I am working on client branding & website projects
““Working with Neets is an absolute joy! She takes the time to understand your business, vision, and clients to build a virtual space that engages your audience and fully represents your business. I love working with her and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a website that stands out & truly embodies their brand!” ”
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Some of my earliest memories of the internet were spent building my own webpages on geocities and asianavenue as a tween, and designing my neopet dream home.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I work in an intensive-design-day format and my FAVOURITE day is the website design day. It's where I take everything the client has shared (copy, photos, brand kit, hopes and dreams), and put it together into a functional and beautiful website mockup. From there, we spend the day going back and forth, making edits and changes in real time. It is so collaborative and incredibly rewarding to see the client's dream website be created- literally right in front of their eyes.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Does listening to ghibli music count? Whenever I need a break, I also head downstairs to my partner's office (we both work from home) for a mid-day hug.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words?
Playful. Minimalist. Maximalist. Vibrant. Modern
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Ah, so many! But I think the good ol' split screen sticky scroll has been a go-to.
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What makes your work standout?
As a libra, and a people pleaser, I've always been a bit of a chameleon-- which has really come in handy with my work. Instead of having a concrete cookie-cutter style, I like to tailor my designs for each brand and each project. With that said, my "signature" approach is to encourage my clients to infuse some delight into the design. Whether that's through scroll effects, gifs, or colour, I like to add just a touch of unexpected playfulness to everything.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Decipher Counselling
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I worked with Linda, the founder of Decipher Counselling, on her brand and website design. Over the course of four days, we were able to make her vision a reality. She came to me with keywords like "nostalgia" and "dreamy", and I think the final result is exactly that! You can check it out for yourself.
Standout Workshops used: Universal Filter, and a lot of pseudo elements were used in the design.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
To have fun & play with website design! I'm always thinking of "how else can we do this" in a way that feels delightful and unconventional.
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What is your dream website project?
I'm currently loving minimalist websites-- minimal in terms of content, not necessarily design. Bring on the one-page websites! I think the boundary/ restraint that's needed makes it all the more interesting on a creative level.
I love the idea of a website being a portal. Providing mystery and intrigue, and just the right amount of information, so that folks are moved into action to speak with an actual human being/ continue down the path of discovering more about a business.