Custom Web Design Brisbane
A website designed around your brand and business.
So Swell Studio creates custom Squarespace and Shopify websites for Brisbane businesses and clients across Australia. Every website is planned around your goals, shaped by your brand and designed to make it easier for the right people to take action.
Strategy and page planning
We map your audience, goals, pages and customer journey before the design begins, giving the website a clear purpose and structure.
Custom Squarespace and Shopify design
Your website is designed around your visual identity and content, with custom layouts suited to your business and platform.
Mobile and SEO foundations
Every build includes mobile optimisation, clear navigation, metadata, image optimisation and a search-friendly page structure.
Direct collaboration with Tanya
You work directly with one designer throughout strategy, design, development and launch, with no account-manager handovers.
Squarespace and Shopify Web Design Packages
Multi-Page Squarespace Website
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Service-based businesses ready for a comprehensive online presence with multiple pages, contact form integration or custom layout needs. Ideal for showcasing services, team bios, testimonials, blog content or booking tools in a structured and strategic way.
This is perfect for businesses that have grown beyond a single-page site and need a more refined, functional digital experience.
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Custom, on-brand designed pages
Strategy workshop
SEO-optimised structure and on-page keyword integration
Collaborative content guidance or integration of supplied copy
Contact form and booking tools (if needed)
Mobile optimisation + launch support
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$6000 + GST
payment plans available
Squarespace Landing Page
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Solo business owners, consultants, or service-based startups who need a beautifully designed, scrollable 1-page website to create a strong online presence. This will also include an integrated contact form so clients can easily get in touch.
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1-page custom Squarespace design (built from scratch)
Mobile responsive layout
Basic SEO setup (including metadata and image optimisation)
Embedded contact form
Domain setup support
Video tutorial or training to manage your own updates
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$1800 + GST
Shopify Website Design
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Product-based businesses looking to launch or grow an online store with a fully functional, custom-branded Shopify site.
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Custom theme setup and styling to match your brand
Up to 10 products added and styled (bulk upload optional)
Homepage, product, and collection template design
SEO integration and copy alignment for product pages
Support and training for ongoing management
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$7000 + GST
payment plans available
Why Choose So Swell Studio
for Web Design in Brisbane?
You work directly with Tanya, an experienced brand and website designer and Squarespace Circle Gold Partner. From strategy and page planning through to design, development and launch, one designer manages the full project.
- 15 years of design experience
- Squarespace Circle Gold Partner
- Custom Squarespace and Shopify builds
- Brisbane-based, working across Australia
Based in New Farm, So Swell Studio works with businesses throughout Brisbane, including professional services, retail, health, property, hospitality and creative businesses. Projects can be completed remotely, with a clear online process from discovery through to launch.
Squarespace vs Shopify: Which Is Right For You?
Not all platforms are created equal, and the right choice depends on your business type, goals and how you want to manage your site. Here's a quick overview to help you get a feel for what each platform offers.
Squarespace is ideal for service businesses, content creators, and clients wanting a beautiful, easy-to-manage platform. See our custom Squarespace website design service.
Shopify is perfect for product-based businesses needing eCommerce features, payment integration, and scalability. Explore Shopify website design services.
No matter what platform we work with, we always base it in strategy, your brand goals, and your particular brand aesthetic.
Recent Website Design Projects
Websites shaped around each brand and its audience.
Explore three recent Squarespace and Shopify projects created for businesses in Brisbane and Canberra.
Sionainn Brooke Psychology
A calm and refined brand and website for a Brisbane psychology practice centred on thoughtful, supportive therapy.
View project“I absolutely love the final result. I’m so grateful for her work and would highly recommend her.”
Shannon · Sionainn Brooke Psychology
Mesaio
A Squarespace redesign for a Canberra luxury consignment store, created to support the launch of its online shopping experience.
“Tanya was so efficient and made the whole process a breeze. I couldn’t have done my online store launch without her.”
Taylor · Mesaio
Xanto
A warm coastal brand and Shopify website for an Australian beach accessories business inspired by the ease of beach living.
View project“Tanya did an amazing job on our branding and Shopify site. Thank you for the high-quality work.”
Nelson · Xanto
Your Website, From Strategy to Launch
How Our Website Design Process Works
A clear, collaborative process keeps your project moving and gives you direct access to your designer throughout the full website build.
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Strategy and Discovery
We clarify your goals, audience, content and required functionality, then plan your pages and customer journey before design begins.
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Design and Development
We create the visual direction, design each page and build the approved layouts in Squarespace or Shopify.
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Launch and Handover
We test your website across devices, complete the SEO setup and provide training so you can manage it confidently.
Ready to work with a skilled Brisbane website designer that will reflect your brand and convert your audience?
We're always excited to collaborate with amazing business owners like you and can't wait to chat about how we can work together to make your website unforgettable. If you’re planning a new website but don’t yet have a brand identity in place, we can help with that too. Explore our brand design services to create a cohesive brand before launching your site.
Website Design FAQs
Before You Book
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Custom web design in Brisbane commonly varies according to the platform, number of pages, content requirements and functionality. At So Swell Studio, Squarespace landing pages start at $1,800 + GST, multi-page Squarespace websites start at $6,000 + GST, and Shopify websites start at $7,000 + GST.
See our custom Shopify website design packages here.
See our custom Squarespace website design packages here.
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We keep pricing transparent. Any optional extras, such as product uploads, booking system setup, blog integration or memberships, will be clearly quoted before we begin.
Each website platform also requires a separate subscription for hosting and domain registration, which is paid directly to Squarespace or Shopify. We’ll guide you through setting that up.
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We recommend reaching out about 3-4 weeks before you’d like to begin. Popular times fill quickly, so early planning helps us secure your preferred timeframe.
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We’ll guide you through everything. You’ll typically need to supply your logo, brand assets, copy, and any photography. If you need help with content or images, we can support you with that too.
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Yes. We offer full branding packages, strategic copywriting and creative direction. Whether you’re building from scratch or refreshing your identity, we can help create visuals and messaging that align beautifully.
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Yes. We regularly help clients migrate from WordPress, Wix and other platforms. We’ll ensure the transition is smooth and your new site is built to perform better.
Building & Launching Your Website
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We’ll ask for a bit of prep upfront and your feedback at key stages. You won’t need to micro-manage — we’ll guide you through every step and keep things structured and clear in your own client portal.
Before any website design project you will need a clear brand in place including a logo, fonts, and colours. If you don’t have this we also have branding packages that will give you everything you need.
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Most Squarespace and Shopify website projects take 4 to 6 weeks. Timelines depend on the scope of the site and how quickly we receive your feedback and content.
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Yes, where needed. We use custom CSS to achieve design outcomes that aren’t possible with built-in tools alone. It keeps your site looking polished and custom without overcomplicating the backend.
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Both platforms are SEO-friendly when set up properly. We include technical SEO setup and can support you with advanced SEO strategy and copy to help your website rank in Google.
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Absolutely. We build user-friendly sites and provide training or tutorials so you feel confident updating content, images or products.
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You’ll receive post-launch training and support. If you need future updates or ongoing maintenance, we offer that too.