Bespoke web design & thoughtful storytelling for creatives & small biz
Katie Barrie Studio is an individually run creative studio offering fully customized Squarespace website design and development. Tailoring each project to a client’s specific needs, my work unites cohesive design with intentional messaging to deliver stellar one-of-a-kind digital experiences.
My approach
My design sensibility is rooted in clean aesthetics, exceptional communication, and a keen attention to detail. I like to build websites that balance dynamic storytelling with comprehensive problem solving to facilitate seamless, enjoyable user experiences.
I don’t believe in using templates. My fully customized approach takes into consideration every aspect of a brand’s singular identity. I tackle projects holistically — employing satisfying color stories and typography while refining messaging and navigation — to craft fantastic narratives that amplify each client’s distinct voice.
My work is a reflection of a lifetime of studying and making art, teaching color theory and design principles, and helping professional artists and local entrepreneurs build their businesses. I work with clients worldwide, so please get in touch — wherever you may be.
My Services
Web Design Sprint
For those who need a concise website at an accelerated pace so your new look is ready asap.
This is ideal if you already have all of your design assets, a clear vision for your site’s copy, and are ready to get started. We’ll work on a rapid two week timeline. This will require your focus and dedication to being readily available to provide quick, clear feedback throughout the process. In return, your new site will launch in a jif.
Timeline: 2 weeks
Comprehensive Web Design
For more robust, complex, and detailed websites that require additional time and attention.
Whether you have a significant amount of content to flaunt or are just dreaming up some ambitious ideas, we’ll craft an extensively customized website to showcase your talents. With an extended timeline, you’ll have more space to process each phase of the project, and I’ll cook up some wildly unique features.
Timeline: 4 - 8 weeks
Design Days
Just need a little zhuzhing? I offer day rates to help with that.
Perhaps you need to update your sales page to reflect new offerings, or you’re ready to introduce online courses or begin selling merch, or maybe you just want give your homepage a facelift. Whatever you’re after, we’ll dedicate a day or two to bringing it to life and helping your business move into its next chapter.
Timeline: 1 - 3 days
All projects include
— Regular 1:1 communication to discuss project
— Website strategy & organization planning
— Custom-tailored design & development
— Desktop & mobile responsive design
— Custom CSS and Javascript coding, where applicable
— Copyediting & copywriting services, as needed
— Full launch support
— Video tutorials for updating your site
My process
01 CONSULTATION
We’ll hop on a call to discuss your specific needs, how I can help, and ideas for what we could create together.
02 PREPATORY WORK
You’ll complete a questionnaire about your needs and vision for the site, share design inspiration, and send me all assets.
03 CREATIVE DIRECTION
After reviewing your materials, we’ll work together to decide upon the overall creative direction for the site.
04 DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
I’ll make a few sketches for you to review so we can pin down the design of your website before diving into fully developing each page.
05 REVISIONS
Once we have a first draft of the full site, we’ll comb through the details and make revisions to get things exactly where you want them to be.
06 LAUNCH
I’ll take the lead in making your site live, provide a week of post-launch support, and send along tutorials to guide you through future updates.
