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.
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
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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
05
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!
08
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.
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.
07
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Fresh air, coffee or tea and walking with the dog and my daughter.
08
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Minimalist. Playful. Bold
09
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.
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.
02
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
08
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.
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
01
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!
03
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!"
05
Most of the time I am working on making myself look cool online.
06
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
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.
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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”
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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.
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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.
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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".
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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.
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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.
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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.
Whitney Yost
Designer & Developer, Alder Studio
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, SEO Strategy, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives
Whitney Yost
Los Angeles, CA
Designer & Developer, Alder Studio
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, SEO Strategy, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
01
Hi! My name is Whitney Yost and I’m a Designer & Developer, Alder Studio based in Los Angeles, CA.
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Outside work you will often find me somewhere deep in the mountains, watching the birds and taking in the fresh air! (VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually seated at my desk and sipping on three different beverages while I obsess over color palettes and project inspirations.
04
My day usually starts with a fresh mug of tea.
05
Most of the time I am working on developing websites for health and wellness professionals.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
For me it's the creative process of bringing my client's vision to life. I love gathering inspiration and honing in on their unique style to communicate their message visually. This collaborative and strategic phase lets me immerse in their brand, transforming ideas into engaging digital experiences that resonate with their audience.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Coding is a time for focus. I have my 432hz playlist on, and I'm locked in.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Earthy. Minimalist.
09
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I love the dynamic element adding a sticky scroll feature brings to any website. It's unexpected, engaging and often times helps to better visually organize information.
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What makes your work standout?
What makes my work standout is my ability to visually organize information, taking something overwhelming and distilling it to its essence to communicate the core message effectively. My attention to detail and dedication to crafting custom solutions ensure that each website I create is tailored to meet the specific needs and goals of my clients.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
My biggest takeaways from the Standout programs is the immense effect custom code has in elevating a website's design and functionality. Code is incredibly powerful, and I couldn't imagine publishing a website without special flair code creates.
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What is your dream website project?
I would love to create a websites for wellness retreat spaces and breathwork facilitators!
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
01
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.
03
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
04
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.
09
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.
10
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.
12
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.
Mikka Cruz
Mikka Cruz
Manila / Philippines
Founder & Creative Director
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Mikka Cruz and I’m a Founder & Lead Developer based in Manila, Philippines.
02
Outside work you will often find me playing boardgames, watching series (kdramas or Survivor/Amazing Race) or spending time with family
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually stuck to my computer
04
My day usually starts with listing my to-do's
05
Most of the time I am working on building websites!
“Building impactful websites with no limit on revisions.”
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Neopets!
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love translating designs to code!
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Listening to Kpop music
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Minimalist. Masculine. Modern.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Stylish Vertical Tabs, Gallery Logo Marquee
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What makes your work standout?
I take pride on offering unlimited revisions to every project to ensure that my clients are fully satisfied with the website I provide.
12
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
My biggest takeaways from Standout Squarespace are the basics but most useful -- identifying the correct selectors and learning how to troubleshoot a website issue.
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What is your dream website project?
My dream website project is to work with a huge non-profit organization and help build an impactful website.
Rebekah Hayward
Designer & Developer, Founder of Studio Kanuka
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, SEO Strategy, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives, Brand Design
Rebekah Hayward
Auckland / New Zealand
Designer & Developer, Founder of Studio Kanuka
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, SEO Strategy, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
01
Hi! My name is Rebekah Hayward and I’m a Designer & Developer, Founder of Studio Kanuka based in Auckland, New Zealand.
02
Outside work you will often find me outside in nature (usually at the beach or on a forest walk), making pottery, learning to surf, reading and finding inspo (VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually working in a sunny corner of my home with some lo-fi or chill music in the background for the morning and then away from my desk for the afternoon - it's all about balance! (VIEW)
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My day usually starts with taking my son to school and a workout.
05
Most of the time I am working on designing modern, meaningful brand identities and websites for wellness and lifestyle brands.
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
I loved finding ways to turn my illustrations into custom t-shirts and merchandise
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Seeing our client's confidence in themselves and their business skyrocket as they see their brand and website come to life and have us cheering them on as their biggest supporters
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Playing The Office, Schitt's Creek or Parks and Rec in the background is a favourite when I'm deep in coding a website
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Minimalist. Bold.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Sticky Scrolling and other scroll or hover-based effects, I also love using custom Gallery Slideshows to create visual interest
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What makes your work standout?
I'm all about getting to know you. I believe in the power of truly tailoring our strategy so that we can wholeheartedly embrace what makes you truly unique, and share that message in a way that will resonate with your ideal audience on a deeper level.
That’s why I only work with -
Businesses with a higher purpose.
Founders who align with our core values.
Brands that are making a difference in the world.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
there.Virtually
Website →The project started with deep strategy for a niche market and involved a different vibe and voice than many of my other projects, the brand identity needed to be strong and bold yet simple and then I moved onto the website where all the elements came together. I used Text Carousel Testimonial, Slide-out Menu, Autoplaying Slideshow using Gallery Sections, Word on Scroll. I learned some fun new techniques and am releasing a template soon based on this design!
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
I have learnt to design and code better, smarter and more efficiently. My processes are much smoother, I push more boundaries with design and offer higher value to my clients
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What is your dream website project?
A clean, sustainable skincare or beauty brand who is ready to make an impact with their unique approach!
Melissa Kelly
Founder of Go Bloom Creative
Squarespace Template, Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Melissa Kelly
Massachusetts / USA
Founder of Go Bloom Creative
Services
Squarespace Template, Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
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Hi! My name is Melissa Kelly and I’m a Founder of Go Bloom Creative based in Massachusetts, USA.
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Outside work you will often find me making snacks for my kid, thinking about what to make my kid for dinner, cleaning up my house, imagining what it would be like to read a book by myself on the beach, and then trying (and failing) to get to bed at a reasonable hour #momlife 🤪
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But on a typical workday, I am usually feeling really grateful that I get to wear comfy clothes to my job and help clients and customers who are making the world a better place.
04
My day usually starts with an overly complex coffee making routine
05
Most of the time I am working on new templates, learning new skills, writing emails and blogs
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
The sounds of a dial up modem (yep, me and the internet go way back) and how exciting it was to hear the phrase "You've got mail."
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I started this business with a passion for helping therapists create their ideal business and for building websites in Squarespace. There is something I find so satisfying about creating in this platform-like it fits in the grooves of my brain somehow. I love how easy it is to add custom features and the process of figuring out how to bring a visual or interactive idea to life.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
I'd love to say I take a healthful walk, but if I'm totally honest? Pacing around my house, finding something to randomly clean, or a snack to eat. Usually I'm in a flow state if I'm coding and building in Squarespace (because it's my favorite part!), so I'm not always the best at breaks.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Modern. Minimalist. Playful.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Templates Masterclass!
Fluid Tabs
Mega Menu
Fluid Vertical Lines
Stylish Vertical Tabs
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What makes your work standout?
I prioritize my user–therapists who are creating a website with little experience or design knowledge-and their clients. Those two groups of people drive me as a designer. I prioritize practicality and functionality. The visitors of this website may be under significant stress, so the site needs to be easy to navigate and ethical. Because I have first-hand experience being a therapist in my previous career I understand how to bring these elements together. And I also promote self-expression. I make my templates fun, playful, and "voicy" as a way to show that you can be professional and polished but you should still be you. Gone are the days when therapists are "blank slates," so your website can represent you and doesn't have to look like everyone else's.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
I joined the Standout Squarespace program in October 2020 and even though I completed the program I remain in the community as an alumni because I see it as an essential for my business. It not only gave me the foundation for what I have today (smart, time-saving coding skills, design knowledge, business SOPs) but it has given my sustaining connections to other designers who have supported me and my business, as well as limitless inspiration for design and development and the skills to put it in place. What I have invested in Standout Squarespace I have earned back so many times over and I am forever grateful to have stumbled upon Rache's free CSS course back in the day! 🙏
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What is your dream website project?
My ideal client works really hard, sees clients in historically marginalized groups, and doesn't get paid enough (because a only a minuscule number of therapists do get paid enough). While I still do 1-2 custom projects a year, my focus is on creating tools, courses, and programs that support therapists in having a website that feels aligned to their unique selves and businesses and remaining affordable and accessible.
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.
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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.”
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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!
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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.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Modern. Playful. Feminine.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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What is your dream website project?
I love working with creative small businesses or small online shops.
Chloe Leonard
Creative Director + Web Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Brand Design, Squarespace Template, Shopify Template, SEO Strategy , Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives, Photography
Chloe Leonard
Nashville, Tennessee / USA
Creative Director + Web Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Brand Design, Squarespace Template, Shopify Template, SEO Strategy , Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives, Photography
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
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Hi! My name is Chloe Leonard and I’m a Creative Director + Web Designer based in Nashville, Tennessee.
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Outside work you will often find me songwriting, playing guitar, hiking and trying new restaurants over Nashville, TN, where I'm based.
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But on a typical workday, I am usually working from my favorite coffee shop across the street from my apartment, sipping on a smoothie and an almond milk cappuccino.
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My day usually starts with checking emails then heading straight into design work! When my brain is fresh :)
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Most of the time I am typically working with branding, web design, and marketing design retainer clients!
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
Creating my AOL username - fashion4freaks - and playing games like Club Penguin and Stardoll. IYKYK.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love custom web design because it is truly one of the most strategic solutions to a client's problems. In creating mock ups, I search for opportunities to design more flow, ease, and a more engaging, intuitive customer experience. Therefore, allowing for more sales and loyalty to a brand because of the incredible user experience.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Listening to one of my many Spotify playlists that just put me in the zone! On rotating now is Japanese jazz.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Feminine. Minimalist. Modern.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Pseudo elements, animations, and custom list sections to reduce scrolling and organize information better.
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What makes your work standout?
Within every creative business is a powerful confident brand. And within that brand, lies a powerful brand essence.
Using our emotion and strategy-based branding and web design process, we cultivate brand essences that evoke inspired-action and authentic connection with your audience. Ultimately, sparking conversions spanning across your entire business.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
The attention to detail Rache has put into each workshop! She thinks of the little design details that make all the difference in creating a beautiful AND functional website.
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What is your dream website project?
One-product e-Commerce brand - particularly in the beauty and wellness field.
Service-providers - ie. interior designers, med spas and plastic surgery centers, therapists, fitness professionals, stylists, hair salons, pilates studios.
Shannon Pruitt
Brand Strategist and Website Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy, Brand & Website Strategy
Shannon Pruitt
South Carolina / USA
Brand Strategist and Website Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy, Brand & Website Strategy
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Shannon Pruitt and I’m a Brand Strategist and Website Designer based in South Carolina, United States of America.
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Outside work you will often find me chasing my 3-year-old around, spending as much time outside as possible, and still attempting to bake the *perfect* loaf of sourdough.
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But on a typical workday, I am usually up earlyyyy, spending time alone in the quiet and then working a bit before anyone else is awake in the house. Then, I enter mom-mode for a few hours before putting my Designer hat back on and knocking out a couple of hours of work...usually focused on client work, filming lots of videos so clients can watch presentations on their own time, and digging into data to make sure each project is backed by science AND style.
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My day usually starts with a hot cup of coffee.
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Most of the time I am working on designing a website for someone super talented.
“Strategy-infused design. Finessed with style. Refined with intention.”
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Hands-down the strategy. Sunday Muse Design brands and websites don’t just look pretty. They also get results. I’m not just here to point out your problems or make assumptions. I’m here to come up with a game plan, so you can have clarity on where to actually focus your resources and time. Because the strategy is where we lay the groundwork for greatness.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Pastime? HA what's a pastime?! :) Most of my time is spent working or being a mom.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Feminine. Modern.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
My clients love the Balanced Header and most anything involving a "sticky" element. Many also like the slide out menu or forced hamburger menu on desktop.
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What makes your work standout?
Everything I do is based on strategy. We don't go into a single website project blindly. There's some level of research involved in every project - even my Intensives.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
There is so much room for creativity and flexibility within Squarespace, and it's absolutely possible to build a beautiful, responsive, and accessible site using the Standout techniques!
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What is your dream website project?
I would LOVE to design a site for a public speaker as well as a website for an interior designer.
Kseniia Krasilich
Website Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, SEO Strategy, Squarespace Template, Brand Design
Kseniia Krasilich
Seattle, WA / USA
Website Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, SEO Strategy, Squarespace Template, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Kseniia Krasilich and I’m a Website Designer based in Seattle, Washington, USA.
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Outside work you will often find me casually strolling with my cute golden puppy, enjoying the sights of the neighborhood. I'm always searching for hidden food spots in the city's lively streets, excited to try out new tasty experiences.
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But on a typical workday, I am usually I'm at my desk, busy working on client projects.
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My day usually starts with a hot cup of coffee.
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Most of the time I am working on new website templates, or client projects.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Taking raw files such as text, images, and more, I transform them into an interactive piece that narrates the story of a business.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Playing with my dog.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Minimalist. Modern.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Flex boxes.
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What makes your work standout?
I'm skilled at finding imaginative ways to showcase information, which adds an element of fascination to my websites, enticing visitors to scroll through and explore further.
Facebook: Kseniia Design Shop
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
I've discovered a creative approach to using the tools available to us, including native Squarespace elements. By thinking outside the box, I've learned to craft something truly inventive.
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What is your dream website project?
I'd love to make a bright and bold website for a fitness app.
Colette Smith
Frontend Developer and Designer
Brand Design, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy, Photography, Squarespace Design and Dev
Woodbridge, Suffolk UK
colette smith
Woodbridge, Suffolk UK
Frontend Developer and Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy, Photography, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
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Hi! My name is Colette Smith and I’m a Frontend Developer and Designer based in Woodbridge, Suffolk UK.
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Outside work you will often find me with headphones on, exploring the latest art exhibitions, taking photos, dabbling in some diy, reading some trashy crime novels, practicing yoga, or just hanging out with my dogs and family. (VIEW)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually deep in design work or debugging some code! You can often find me tweaking a website's layout, brainstorming solutions with my team, or dreaming up new ideas for a development collaboration—essentially, I'm always busy running my studio.
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My day usually starts with COFFEEEEE.
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Most of the time I am working on integrating micro interactions and animations.
“CS_STUDIO is a UK based independent creative studio, founded by Colette in 2018. Her approach is strategic and collaborative, bringing fresh ideas and a contemporary concept to her projects. She holds a software engineering certification, with a specialism in front end development.
Colette studied BA Fine Art at Central St Martins, University of the Arts, London.”
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
I remember making myself a pure HTML site for my photography portfolio straight out of art school. It was definitely brutalist ... very basic CSS then!
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
The best part about building websites is the opportunity to create a platform that truly reflects who my clients are and showcases them at their best. It's incredibly rewarding to transform their vision into a functional and aesthetically pleasing online presence that not only meets their needs but also enhances their brand's image.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Cuddling my dogs!
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Bold. Masculine. Monochromatic.
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.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
STICKY CARDS! I love this feature and I’ve used it a few times, in the sites below. Croftcode →Simulated Aesthetic Scenarios →
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What makes your work standout?
What makes my work stand out is the unique blend of artistic sensibility and technical expertise that I bring to each project. With a foundation in fine art from Central St. Martins and a specialisation in front-end development, I approach website design not just as a technical challenge, but as an artistic endeavour. This allows me to create bespoke websites that are not only technically robust but also visually compelling and perfectly tailored to each client’s brand and audience.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Some of my biggest takeaways from the Standout programs revolve around maximising the potential of tools like Squarespace to deliver fully customised websites. I've learned to push the boundaries of standard templates by applying unconventional design techniques and advanced coding. This approach allows me to transform basic layouts into unique, tailored web experiences that stand out. It’s taught me the importance of thinking outside the box and adapting tools to meet specific artistic visions and functional demands.
Also the level of support received on the course was unparalleled.
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What is your dream website project?
I would love to build a beautiful clean website for an architecture firm.
