Fast, Custom, Conversion-Focused
Websites built to convert. Not just beautiful—built for lead generation and sales. Mobile-first. Fast loading. Built in Astro (not WordPress bloat). Founder-led strategy. Transparent process. You own the code.
Most web agencies build sites that look good but don't convert. Slow, bloated, designed for show not sales. We build for conversion: clear CTAs, fast loading, mobile-optimized, built on Astro. Custom strategy. No templates. No bloat. Sites that drive leads.
Get Your Free Website AuditWhy Most Web Design Fails
Looks Good, No Leads
Most agencies design for aesthetics, not conversion. Pretty site with buried CTAs, unclear value prop, no trust signals. Visitors leave without taking action. Looks good in a portfolio. Doesn't generate leads.
WordPress Is Slow
WordPress sites are slow. 3-5s load times. Bloated plugins. Poor Core Web Vitals. Slow sites = low conversion + poor SEO. Google penalizes slow pages. Users leave after 3 seconds if it doesn't load.
No Strategy, Just Design
Web agencies design based on what looks good, not what converts. No strategy for leads. No CTA hierarchy. No conversion funnel thinking. Site launches, looks great, generates zero leads. Then you pay more for ads to drive traffic.
How We Execute Web Design
Discovery & Strategy (Week 1)
- •Audit current site (if redesign) or competitor sites
- •Define business goals (leads, sales, brand, signups)
- •Identify target audience + buyer journey
- •Map conversion path (where should users click first?)
- •Competitor analysis (what works, what doesn't)
- •Conversion strategy (CTA placement, trust signals, copy hierarchy)
Design & Prototyping (Weeks 2-3)
- •High-fidelity designs (desktop + mobile)
- •CTA hierarchy (primary action obvious)
- •Mobile-first approach (60%+ traffic is mobile)
- •Trust signals (testimonials, social proof, security badges)
- •Fast-loading design (minimal images, optimized assets)
- •Accessible design (WCAG 2.2 compliant)
- •Your feedback loop (iterative revisions)
Development & Build (Weeks 4-7)
- •Custom Astro build (fast, no WordPress bloat)
- •Conversion-optimized code (clean, semantic HTML)
- •Mobile responsive (works on all devices)
- •Core Web Vitals optimization (speed, performance)
- •SEO implementation (meta tags, schema, internal links)
- •Form setup + CRM integration (HubSpot or custom)
- •Accessibility testing (WCAG 2.2 compliance)
Launch & Optimization (Week 8+)
- •Performance monitoring (page speed, Core Web Vitals)
- •Conversion tracking setup (GA4 goal tracking)
- •Form analytics (which fields convert, which drop off)
- •CTA A/B testing (headline, copy, button color)
- •Monthly optimization (based on user behavior)
- •Security monitoring (SSL, backups, updates)
- •SEO monitoring (rankings, organic traffic)
Conversion-First Design
Every design decision serves conversion. Where should users click? What's the primary action? Clear path from landing to lead capture.
Mobile-First Build
60%+ of traffic is mobile. We design for mobile first, then scale to desktop. No mobile compromise.
Fast by Default
Astro + optimization = <2.5s load time. No plugins. No bloat. Fast sites convert better, rank better, cost less to run.
Why Choose Volente for Web Design
Strategy + Design Together
Most agencies design first, strategy second (or never). We strategy first: define the goal, map the funnel, then design around conversion. Result: sites that generate leads, not just visits. CTA hierarchy, trust signals, copywriting—all built in.
Fast, No Bloat
WordPress is flexible but slow (plugins, bloat, database queries). Astro builds static sites—fast by default. <2.5s load times. Better SEO. Lower hosting costs. You own the code. No vendor lock-in.
Jules Handles Your Strategy
Your website strategy comes from the founder, not a junior designer. You see every decision. You own the code and content. Month-to-month retainer for ongoing optimization. Personal accountability.
Why We Understand Pretoria SMEs
Load Shedding Changes Site Strategy
Pretoria SMEs deal with load shedding. We build sites that work even with poor connections: minimal external scripts, optimized images, progressive loading. Your site stays fast when power fails.
SA Data Costs Are High
Visitors in SA pay for data. Large images, excessive scripts, slow sites waste their bandwidth. We build lean: optimized assets, efficient code, fast loading. Respect your visitors' data.
We Know Your Market
10+ years in Pretoria SME marketing. We understand local business, competition, customer behavior. Your website strategy reflects local market reality, not generic templates.
Web Design Pricing
Pricing depends on scope: pages, features, integrations, complexity. A brochure site costs less than a lead-generation site. Let's talk. Free audit to scope your project.
Brochure Site
R8,000 - R12,000 (one-time)
Best for
Established businesses, brand presence, low lead volume, local visibility
Timeline
4-6 weeks from kickoff
- ✓5-8 pages (home, about, services, contact, etc.)
- ✓Mobile-responsive design
- ✓Basic SEO setup (meta tags, schema)
- ✓Contact form
- ✓Astro build (fast loading)
- ✓1 month of revisions
Lead-Generation Site
R25,000 - R40,000 (one-time)
Best for
Growth-focused businesses, want organic + paid leads, blog strategy
Timeline
6-8 weeks from kickoff
- ✓10-15 pages (content-rich, SEO-optimized)
- ✓Advanced conversion design (CTA hierarchy, social proof)
- ✓Form setup + CRM integration (HubSpot)
- ✓Blog section (for SEO content)
- ✓GA4 goal tracking setup
- ✓Astro build (optimized)
- ✓2 months of revisions + optimization
Custom Build + Strategy
R50,000 - R100,000+ (one-time)
Best for
Ambitious businesses, complex requirements, ongoing growth
Timeline
8-12 weeks from kickoff
- ✓Unlimited pages
- ✓Complex integrations (CRM, payment, inventory)
- ✓Advanced conversion design + A/B testing setup
- ✓Custom animations/interactions (if needed)
- ✓Complete SEO strategy + blog roadmap
- ✓Full GA4 + conversion tracking
- ✓3 months of optimization + revisions
- ✓Post-launch retainer: R2,000-5,000/month
Retainers (Optional)
Want ongoing optimization? R2,000-5,000/month includes: form monitoring, CTA testing, page speed optimization, content updates, security.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does web design and development take?
Brochure site: 4-6 weeks. Lead-generation site: 6-8 weeks. Custom build: 8-12 weeks. Timeline depends on complexity and your feedback loop. We provide weekly updates.
Is the website optimized for SEO?
Yes. Every site includes: meta tags, schema markup, mobile responsiveness, page speed optimization, internal linking, and blog setup (if applicable). We build for both conversion and search engines.
Can you redesign my current website?
Yes. We audit your current site, identify what works and what doesn't, then rebuild it on Astro. Usually faster than starting from scratch. Includes content migration and redirect setup.
Do you provide hosting for the website?
We recommend hosting (Netlify, Vercel, AWS), but you control the account. Hosting costs R200-1,000/month depending on traffic. You own the site. You're not locked into us.
What if I need changes after the site goes live?
First 1-3 months included (depending on tier). After that, retainer (R2,000-5,000/month) covers updates, optimization, monitoring. Or pay per-change (R500-2,000 depending on complexity).
Can you add payment processing or ecommerce?
Yes. We integrate Stripe, PayFast, or other payment processors. Ecommerce setup (inventory, carts, checkout) is custom scoped and priced separately.
Ready to Build?
Get a free website audit. We'll assess your current site, identify conversion gaps, and show you a roadmap for improvement. 30 minutes. No obligation.