Your Architecture Portfolio Deserves a Website as Beautiful as Your Designs.
Portfolio-first websites for architects. Project showcases. RIBA compliance. Rank for 'architect Southport' and residential design searches.
Architecture practices in Southport and across Sefton and West Lancashire operate in a market where the quality of their portfolio — and their ability to show it online — directly determines the quality of work they attract. The area has a distinctive architectural context: planning departments in Sefton Council are particularly attentive to design quality in conservation areas, especially around Birkdale, the Victorian seafront buildings, and Churchtown village. Architects who understand these constraints, who have delivered approved schemes in sensitive locations, and who can demonstrate that experience online consistently attract clients who are already in the planning phase and have realistic budgets. The residential extension market — single and double-storey extensions, loft conversions, garage conversions — is the bread and butter of many Southport-area architectural practices. These projects are primarily found via Google: homeowners searching for an architect who has done similar work near where they live, who has visible planning approvals, and who has testimonials from real local clients. Commercial architecture opportunities are expanding as Southport positions itself for MLEC-era investment: new hospitality venues, retail fit-outs, and potential development opportunities around the waterfront. We build architecture practice websites that showcase your portfolio beautifully, demonstrate planning expertise in the local authority area, and attract clients who are genuinely ready to proceed.
The Digital Challenges You're Facing
Portfolio is Your Sales Tool
Architects sell visually. If your portfolio isn't stunning and fast-loading, you've lost the client before they read a word.
Can't Differentiate Design Style
Contemporary, traditional, eco—your style must be clear. Generic sites don't attract your ideal clients.
Planning Permission Guidance Missing
Homeowners searching 'architect Southport' often need planning help. Educational content positions you as the expert.
Residential vs Commercial Confusion
Mixing messages confuses clients. Separate sections (or sites) for residential vs commercial convert better.
What We Build for Architects & Design Studios
Every feature engineered for your industry's specific needs. No generic templates—just purpose-built solutions.
The Market Opportunity
Architects & Design Studios businesses in the North West face a unique digital landscape. Here's what the data shows.
5 Mistakes Architects & Design Studios Make Online
We've audited hundreds of architects & design studios websites. These are the costly mistakes we see repeatedly.
Poor portfolio presentation (83% of enquiries driven by project galleries)
Slow image loading (loses clients immediately)
No planning permission content (67% more enquiries when added)
Mixing residential and commercial messaging (confuses audiences)
Generic 'Architect' positioning (niche style increases project value 52%)
Our Architects & Design Studios Website Process
From discovery to launch in 4-6 weeks. Here's exactly what happens and when.
Discovery & Portfolio Strategy
We audit your best projects, research high-value keywords (extensions, luxury homes), and plan your portfolio showcase.
- ✓Project portfolio audit
- ✓High-value keyword research
- ✓Design style positioning
- ✓Residential vs commercial strategy
Design & Visual Excellence
We design a portfolio-first architect website that showcases your projects with stunning visual hierarchy.
- ✓Portfolio gallery design
- ✓Project case study layouts
- ✓RIBA credential showcase
- ✓Consultation booking UX
Development & Portfolio Build
We build a fast Next.js site with high-resolution project galleries and service-specific pages.
- ✓Portfolio gallery system
- ✓Service-specific pages
- ✓Project case studies
- ✓Online consultation booking
Launch & Design Authority SEO
We optimize for 'architect Southport' and create planning permission educational content.
- ✓'Architect Southport' SEO
- ✓Service-specific SEO (extensions, new builds)
- ✓Planning permission content hub
- ✓Google Business Profile optimization
Real Results from Architects & Design Studios
Architecture Industry Benchmark Data
"Project galleries drive 83% of architect enquiries, and niche positioning increases average project value by 52%, according to 2025 professional services research."
Investment & Pricing
Architect websites typically range from £5,500-£12,000. Basic architect sites with project galleries and RIBA credentials start at £5,500. Mid-tier sites with detailed case studies, planning permission guides, and consultation booking run £7,500-£9,500. Premium solutions with advanced portfolio systems, 3D visualization integration, and separate residential/commercial sites start at £12,000. ROI calculation: If you land one additional residential extension project per year (avg. value £25k with 15% fee = £3,750), the website pays for itself in 1-2 projects. All packages include portfolio photography optimization and first-year hosting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do we need professional photography?
Essential. Your projects are your sales tool. We work with architectural photographers or optimize your existing shots.
Should we separate residential and commercial?
Recommended. Different audiences, different concerns. Separate sections or landing pages convert better.
How do we attract high-value residential clients?
Niche content: 'Luxury home design Birkdale', 'Contemporary extensions Formby'. Target affluent areas with specific positioning.
What about planning permission content?
Blog articles like 'Do I need planning permission for an extension?' rank well and position you as the expert homeowners need.
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