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Why Some Websites Look Professional Before You Read a Word
A professional-looking website is rarely the result of one fashionable […]
14 September 2026
Practices for better websites.
Good web design is not simply about making a website look attractive. It is important to help your site visitors understand where they are, what your business offers and what they should do next while giving them enough confidence to take that step.
Here I write about web design, user experience (UX), suer Interface design (UI) and user journeys throughout their visit to your website. I cover topics and tips with WordPress, Divi 5 and the practical realities of owning a website. You’ll find straightforward explanations, my own considered opinions, honest comparisons and occasional tutorials, written for business owners as well as fellow website builders.
Sometimes the most useful answer for any question on web design is, “it depends” but I’ll explain what it depends on in the published articles.
14 Sep 2026
Divi 5 After Beta: What Existing Site Owners Need to Know
Divi 5 is now officially ready for production, but that does not mean every […] >>
14 Sep 2026
Why a Beautiful Homepage Can Still Fail to Generate Enquiries
A beautiful homepage can create a strong first impression, yet still fail commercially if […] >>
14 Sep 2026
How Much Does a Small-Business Website Cost in Ireland in 2026?
Irish website prices range from a few hundred euro to well into five figures […] >>
14 Sep 2026
The Real Advantages and Limitations of AI Website Builders Such as Lovable
AI website builders such as Lovable have become far more capable than novelty page […] >>
14 Sep 2026
Why a Website Is Not a One-and-Done Purchase
A website can look finished on launch day, but it lives inside changing software, […] >>
