Website build and maintenance

Your Business Deserves a Better First Impression

We create bespoke websites that make a great first impression, build trust, and turn visitors into paying clients. Beautiful by design, built around your business, and made to help you grow.

Client Story

Don’t Just Take Our Word For It

Hear directly from Hollie, founder of Radiance, about her experience building a bespoke website with us. If you’re ready to take your business to the next level, let’s talk about your vision.

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Plan & Strategy

We get to know your business, your goals, and the clients you want to attract, then turn it into a clear website plan.

  • Help finding inspiration & shaping your customer journey
  • Design of additional brand assets
  • Timeline and detailed plan
2

Design & Build

We transform your vision into live designs. Mockups, brand colors, layouts, everything is refined before development begins.

  • Interactive mockups for desktop & mobile
  • Revision rounds tailored to you and what you need
  • Thorough testing to ensure your website looks and works beautifully on every device
  • Regular updates so you always know how your website is progressing
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Launch & Maintenance

We handle the full setup, so your website is ready to launch online. If you host with us, we prepare and secure your dedicated server space, connect everything up, and make sure your website can be found and served properly online.

  • Support throughout and after launch, so you never feel left on your own
  • Peace of mind with SEO, security & optional ongoing support
Outcome

A beautiful, unique website built around your business, ready to attract new clients, with ongoing support and peace of mind.

What Clients Say About Us

★★★★★

"I hired ilumi team to help me build a website for my Cambridge startup, they were easy to deal with, communication was clear and delivered what they promised. The site looks great and was finished on time, would highly recommend"

Kevin Walsh Founder, Logistics, Cambridge
★★★★★

"The whole team was extremely friendly and understanding throughout the process. I would highly recommend ilumi to anyone, especially new businesses that may feel a little lost when it comes to websites and SEO."

Laura Bennet Clinic Owner, Cambridge
★★★★★

"They’ve become the go-to digital agency for our team, and we’ve been really impressed with both the quality of their work and the service they provide. I’d have no hesitation in recommending ilumi to anyone looking for a digital agency."

Laurence George Customer Marketing Manager, Continental, Datchet
Our Newest Work

Take a Look at Our Design Highlight

Website design and development case study preview
Beauty Industry

A Beautiful New Online Identity for a MUA Brand - Radiance

A fully custom build - radiancebyhollie.com - designed to reflect Radiance's sophistication, with a streamlined booking experience and SEO built in from day one.

"ilumi absolutely met my requirements. It was personal, and everyone who has commented on the website has mentioned those personal touches. I think that speaks volumes."

Hollie Griffiths — Founder
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Excited but not sure yet?

What makes your approach different
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We don’t use web templates, all websites are crafted from scratch. We handle everything from planning to launch and hosting, and stay with you until you’re completely happy. SEO is built into every project as part of our signature approach at no extra cost, giving your website the best start from launch.

What makes custom development better than using CMS like Wordpress?
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Custom means a design built around your brand, not a pre-made template, so there are no creative limits. You also avoid plugin bloat that slows sites down and creates performance issues. Platforms have a lot of hidden costs and surprise you with upsells. Also it's an ongoing cost, unlike with custom developed website when you pay for the build once.

How long does it take and how much is it?
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Because every project is custom-built to suit your specific needs, whether simple or more complex, each scope is priced individually. For most businesses, a website with core sections typically falls between £400-£1000, depending on features and overall complexity. Book a call to discuss your requirements and receive a detailed, tailored quote.

Is it better for visibility: SEO and AI search?
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Yes. A custom build gives your website a stronger technical foundation for SEO, GEO (AI search visibility), and local rankings. We actively set it up for success with advanced technical SEO, structured data, semantic architecture, speed optimisation, and location-focused enhancements;ensuring stronger performance in Google and map results.

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Engineered for Maximum Performance

Blazing-Fast
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Scalable &
Future-Ready
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Expert Development and Support

Complete Website Delivery. Done Right the First Time

Strategic, personalised planning
Brand analysis
Fully custom design and mock-ups on different devices
Revision rounds tailored to your needs
Responsiveness and cross-browser testing
Advanced technical SEO set up
Performance optimisation
Flexible support from start to finish
Full launch management (DNS, SSL, hosting configuration)
Analytics, tracking and reporting setup (optional)
Optional ongoing hosting, maintenance, updates & monitoring

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Everything You Need to Launch With Confidence

Every website is designed around your business, with everything you need to look professional, be found online, and give your visitors a great experience included from the start.

Included in every single project. Big and small

Your website should not need a long list of costly extras to work properly. From the initial planning and bespoke design to testing, launch and ongoing support, we take care of the details so you can focus on your business. Need something more specific, like a booking system, calculator or custom feature? We can build it around you.

SEO built in Strategic planning Tailored revisions Bespoke design Secure & thoroughly tested Fast performance Post-launch support

Website Build Packages

These packages are a guide for typical projects, but every website is scoped individually. If you need something simpler than the Essential build, we can tailor an option to suit your needs and budget. Book a free call or email us at [email protected] to get a free quote and scope tailored to your requirements.

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Essential Build
Average price
£450
Typical delivery: 3 weeks
  • A polished one-page website designed around your business
  • Creative direction to bring your brand to life
  • Bespoke design that looks beautiful on every device
  • SEO foundations to help customers find you online
  • Support throughout the process and after launch
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Grow your presence
Standard Build
Average price
£1500
Typical delivery: 5 weeks
  • Everything in the Essential Build, plus:
  • Up to 10 bespoke webpages
  • Custom enquiry, appointment or call booking
  • SEO built in from the start
  • Fast, secure and thoroughly tested
  • Support from planning through to launch
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Scale
Scale Build
Starting from
£6000+
Typical delivery: 9+ weeks
  • Everything in the Growth Build, plus:
  • A website built around your exact requirements
  • Complex bespoke functionality
  • Multiple systems and platforms connected seamlessly
  • Bespoke web applications and business tools
  • A complete search strategy built into the website
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Hosting & Ongoing Support

Your website needs somewhere secure to live and someone to look after it. If you host with us, we take care of the setup, security, updates and ongoing maintenance, so you don't have to worry about what's happening behind the scenes.

Want us to take care of everything? Choose the support package that suits you.
Hosting
£30 / month
  • Your website kept live, secure and regularly backed up
  • Secure, regularly maintained server
  • Technical support if your website becomes unavailable
  • Ideal if you don't need regular content changes
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Hosting and Maintenance
£35 / month
  • Everything in Hosting
  • Up to 3 minor content updates each month
  • We fully handle small text and image changes
  • Full-site backups with secure restore points
  • Technical support whenever you need it
  • Ideal for occasional updates without the hassle
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Hosting + Premium Maintenance
£50+ / month
  • Everything in Hosting + Maintenance
  • Ongoing website updates tailored to your needs
  • Content changes, image updates and design tweaks
  • Minor SEO activations or campaigns management
  • Flexible support as your website evolves
  • We take care of the website, so you don't have to
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Website SEO Growth Retainer
£250+ / month
  • Everything in Hosting + Premium Maintenance
  • Ongoing SEO to help more customers find you
  • Content and website improvements each month
  • SEO content writing and optimisation
  • Local SEO and Google Business Profile support
  • Website updates handled for you
  • Monthly performance reporting
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Committed to Quality

100%
Plan-to-Launch Coverage
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Direct UK-based hosting support
SEO
Optimisation included

Frequently Asked Questions

What does your website development process include?

Our process is structured into three clear phases to ensure top quality:

1. Plan & Strategy: We begin by understanding your business and success metrics. You receive a clear roadmap covering site structure, timeline, and detailed answers.

2. Design & Development: We create interactive desktop and mobile mockups using your brand assets. We go thorugh revision sessions tailored to your needs.

3. Launch, Training & Support: We handle the full setup and launch, with the option to host with us for ongoing maintenance and support, so you never have to worry about what happens after launch.

How do I get started?

Getting started is simple. You can contact us here to tell us about your project, or book a short discovery call so we can understand your goals. We’ll then outline the best approach for your website.

Can you help with website migration to your hosting and development?

Yes, we handle complete website migrations with zero disruption to your business.

This includes secure file and database transfer, hosting environment setup, DNS configuration, SSL installation, email configuration (if required), and full post-migration testing.

Do I need technical expertise?

Not at all. We handle the technical side and explain everything clearly. Whether you’re a founder, marketing lead, or technical team, we adapt our communication and can manage full implementation if required.

Who is this web development service for?

Our web development services are perfect for startups, established businesses, agencies, creators, and growing companies seeking a high-performance digital presence. Each website is built with technical SEO foundations from day one and engineered to support modern marketing strategies.

If you require a website that is visually refined, fast-loading, conversion-focused, and built to scale with your business, this service is tailored for you.

I’ve never had a website before. Can you guide me through what’s required before getting started?

Absolutely. Many of our clients are launching their first website, and we provide structured guidance throughout the entire process. We walk you through key considerations such as defining your goals, identifying your target audience, selecting the right features, preparing brand assets, and understanding hosting and domain requirements. You’ll also receive clarity on timelines, budget expectations, and long-term scalability. We also offer a complimentary strategy call where you can ask questions, explore ideas, and receive expert direction before making any commitment. Our goal is to ensure you feel informed, confident, and fully prepared before moving forward.

I’m just launching my business. Can you help?

Absolutely. Launching with a professionally built, conversion-focused website gives you a strong foundation from day one. We can help with structure, messaging, technical setup, and growth-ready architecture so you scale smoothly.