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Hi, I’m Christian. I build custom websites designed to help businesses grow.

Advertising, social media, and SEO help people find your website, but once they do, it’s up to your website to turn them into customers.

Stop wasting time with a website that does nothing for your business. Invest in a website designed to generate more leads and revenue today!

“If you think good design is expensive, you should look at the cost of bad design.”

-Ralf Speth, CEO, Jaguar Land Rover

Not all websites are created equal

You might think that it doesn’t matter what kind of website you have representing your business. After all, a website is a website, right?

Wrong.

Where the right website can help bring customers through your door, the wrong one can send them running into the arms of your competitors.

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It’s all about the user experience

People buy from those they know, trust, and like, and if your website doesn't connect with them on all three levels, then it’s not worth the investment.

There is a world of difference between a mediocre website that tells people what you do and a website that provides a great user experience and shows people why you’re the BEST at what you do.

One attracts business. One doesn’t. And the design will dictate which.

In search of a long overdue website, we engaged Christian to help. We wanted to give users the info they needed to ensure that calls coming in were from ready-to-order customers rather than those seeking information over the phone.

Almost immediately after launch, we were achieving our desired results. Customer service has improved, and the majority of incoming calls are resulting in immediate orders. Thank you Christian for enabling us to streamline our operation.
-Fred Palumbo
Owner, Chicken Holiday Wanamassa
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Portfolio

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The way in which you present a portfolio is just as important as the portfolio itself. If the point of showing examples of your work or products is to convince people that you’re great at what you do, then you need a website that makes them look as impressive as possible. 

This website is an example of how visual and structural design can elevate a portfolio and create a user experience that keeps viewers engaged. That is how you turn them into customers, and that is how you increase your market share instead of losing it to your competitors.

Remember, just like bad acting can ruin a great story, a cheap website can ruin a great portfolio. 

Alex Garland Architects website desktop versionAlex Garland Architects website mobile version
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Bella Vita's website desktop versionBella Vita's website mobile version
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Bella Vita

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Why do so many restaurant websites fail to attract customers, or worse yet - drive them away?

Because they look horrible.

You can’t just throw your info onto a website and expect people to come running, just like you can’t just throw some ingredients onto a plate and expect it to be delicious. You have to put in the work.

Restaurant websites should make people salivate and call immediately to make a reservation. The Bella Vita website is designed to do just that and is an example of what I believe restaurant websites could, and should, look like. How do you want yours to look?

Petillo Guitars

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Petillo Guitars makes some of the world’s finest guitars, but their website wasn’t reflecting that. Over the course of a couple of months, I devoted myself to redesigning and building a new website for them that would change that.

The new site incorporates the new focus and functionalities they wanted it to have while staying true to their roots and brand. By using imagery taken only from their social media accounts, I was able to make a website that shows what makes Petillo Guitars so special.

Petillo's website desktop versionPetillo's website mobile version
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Monmouth Dental's website desktop versionMonmouth Dental's website mobile version
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Monmouth Dental

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Every website’s primary goal is to attract customers. But how do you do this if you’re in an important but unglamorous service industry? You do it by designing a website that connects with your target audience and shows them why you’re the best option out there.

By focusing on the content, usability, aesthetics, and speed, this site provides potential customers with information that is both useful and easy to find in an overall pleasing experience. You’d be amazed by how much these factors influence whether or not people pick you over your competitors.

People will judge you based on your website, regardless of your industry. A well-designed website could be one of the best investments you'll ever make for your business.

Loralee Grace (painter & muralist)

Sometimes, it’s not enough to just show your work; you have to show why you work. Loralee’s art is heavily inspired by the way she sees the world, both literally and figuratively. This connection was the inspiration for the website's overall design.

By focusing on this connection throughout the site, the viewer is pulled into Loralee's world while experiencing her expressive work. The use of large, uniform images were used on the gallery pages to emulate a gallery experience.

Loralee's website desktop versionLoralee's website mobile version
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Backroom hair studio's website desktop versionBackroom hair studio's website mobile version
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Backroom Hair Studio

This project was a classic case of a great business that had an outdated website. After understanding how the owner wanted the new website to represent her business, I created the structure, content, and visuals while keeping her involved along the way.

We completed the project with minimal revisions and in good time. The site is simple, as desired, but embodies the warmth everyone feels when they enter the salon, which was the owner’s main request.

Aim For Design

Aim For Design (AiM) is a gem in the interior design world. Unfortunately, its website neglected one of AiM’s greatest assets - its showroom full of unique, seasonal home goods. It also failed to show how much the owner, Amy, has helped her clients with her inspired design work. This was hurting the business and had to be fixed.

AiM’s new website not only does all of that and more, but it does it wrapped in a modern design that is engaging and easy to use. People can finally learn about everything AiM has to offer, see what an amazing designer Amy is, and most importantly, discover what her showroom has to offer.

Aim For Design's website desktop versionAim For Design's website mobile version
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After working with multiple web designers, both private and corporate, I finally found Larsen Web Designs.Christian Larsen IS Larsen Web Designs. If you are lucky enough to work with him, you will not be disappointed. He listens and interpolates your thoughts, in away that is beyond the average designer. Trust him to deliver exactly what you need to help your business grow. I cannot wait to see how mine does, now that I have a site, that truly depicts my work, my store, and my self.
-Amy Riger
Owner, Aim For Design
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A website is an investment in your business, but not every website is a good investment

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The right website will help your business. The wrong one won’t.

There is a lot that goes into making a website that connects with people and convinces them that you’re what they’re looking for.

Your website has to establish you as an authority, professional, and trustworthy if you want it to actually help your business. Making websites like this is what I do, and I can't wait to help your business by making it a website that is:

Beautiful
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Easy to use
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Useful
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Persuasive
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Fast
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Mobile-friendly
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Accessible
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Liked by Google
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Consistent with your brand
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Secure
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Protect your investment

Your website is one of your business's most valuable assets. Ensure its health and longevity and prevent minor issues from becoming expensive nightmares by getting a maintenance plan.

But keeping your website running in tip-top shape isn't the only thing a maintenance plan does for you. It also:

  • boosts your site’s traffic and Google click-through rate with regular content updates
  • saves you time and energy by having a professional do all the little things required to keep your site running smoothly
  • protects your site by performing regular security audits that catch Malware before it compromises your site
  • provides emergency debugging & disaster recovery support
  • keeps your legal policies up-do-date
  • and more

Choose the plan best for you

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Basic

Have peace of mind knowing your website's performance, content updates, and security are in good hands so you can focus your time and energy on your business.

  • website monitoring & browser checks
  • 1 hour of development time per month
  • emergency debugging support
  • manual site backups & disaster recovery
  • security scans
  • implementation and upkeep of legal & cookie policies
  • monthly reports on the health of your website
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Boost

Get all the benefits of the Basic Plan and boost your website's traffic with a local SEO campaign.

  • 1 additional hour of development time per month
  • Google Business Profile (GBP) management
    • setup your new or review your existing GBP
    • keeping your business info up-to-date
    • keeping your product info up-to-date
    • keeping your keywords up-to-date
    • assistance with acquiring Google reviews
  • monthly reports on the health and traffic of your website

My process

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1. Discovery

You can’t solve a problem you don’t understand. That’s why I always begin by learning about your business and goals and doing competitive analysis.

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2. Content & Visual Strategies

Content is king. This doesn’t just apply to WHAT you communicate, but also to HOW you communicate. I’ll work together with you to create the structure, content, and design strategy your website will need.

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3. Design

Once you approve the content and visual strategies, I'll start incorporating everything we've worked on into a high-def visual representation of what your site will look like. After you approve that, I’ll start building the real thing.

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4. Development

Now I turn the approved design into a fast, responsive website. I’ll incorporate any CMS, animations, or third-party integrations your site will require as well as on-site SEO, which I build into every site. After user testing and feedback, we’ll move on to the 5th and final stage.

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5. Delivery

This is the most exciting part - you finally get your NEW WEBSITE! Once I get your final approval, I’ll take care of the technical stuff, and your new website will be live and ready to take your business to the next level!

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Christian built me a new portfolio website and it turned out absolutely gorgeous! I came to him with specific ideas, but I appreciate that instead of simply following them to a T, he came back with a bunch of his own that I ended up liking even better.

He was great to work with and kept me on track with my part of the process. I would definitely recommend getting a website made by him!
-Loralee Grace
Painter & muralist
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Blog

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June 15, 2024

Is Not Being Accessible Costing You?

Allowing everyone to interact with your website by making it accessible isn't just good business, it's also becoming the law throughout the land. This article explores the consequences of neglecting accessibility, including legal challenges, lost revenue, and a damaged reputation.

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May 31, 2024

10 Most Effective Web Design Tactics to Increase Sales

Are your sales not growing fast enough? Your website could be the problem. Incorporate the following tactics into your website and start boosting your sales into overdrive!

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November 15, 2022

Write better online content with these tips

People don’t read websites the same way they read physical media. If you want your audience to read what’s on your website, you have to write and present it in a way that engages them. 

This article will show you how to do just that and help you transform your writing into a lead-generating machine.

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FAQ

How much will my new website cost?
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How long does it take to make a website?
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What do you mean by "custom" website?
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Will I have a say in how my website looks?
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Will my website be secure?
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Who is responsible for creating the content for my site?
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Will I be able to make changes to my website after it’s launched?
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Who owns the website & content when it’s done?
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What happens if my website malfunctions?
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What is a maintenance plan, and do I need one?
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What is SEO and do I need it?
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Why should I hire a professional instead of making a website myself?
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The website Christian made for my business was beautiful, but I had no idea the impact it would have on my business until it was up and running. He was easy to work with and listened to all of my concerns. Christian is a well of knowledge when it comes to what works and doesn’t work on websites, and I would strongly recommend him to anyone who wants their business to grow.
-Maria Amato
Owner, Backroom Hair Studio
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Get the website your business deserves

Your website’s design affects more than just how it looks and functions. It influences what people think about your business and determines whether or not they will become customers.

You owe it to yourself and your business to get a website that's worth the investment.

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