Bespoke WordPress websites built around your business
Designed around what you offer, what you want to achieve, and how your business actually works. No templates, no shortcuts, just a website built properly.
A website should reflect what your business actually needs it to do
Different businesses rely on their websites in different ways.
For some, it is about generating enquiries. For others, it is about explaining what they do clearly, building trust, sharing regular updates, or making content easier to manage.
Before anything is designed or built, I take the time to understand how your business works and what your website needs to do.
That way, the finished site is shaped around something real, not assumptions or a template.
How it all comes together
Once there is a clear understanding of what the website needs to do, everything is brought together.
That includes the page structure, how people move through the site, the messaging, images, calls to action, testimonials, contact points and any content areas that need to be easy to update.
Each part plays a role, but it is how they work together that makes the difference.
The result is a website that feels clear, consistent and easy to use, rather than something that has simply been pieced together.
What makes a website truly bespoke
Clear structure
Your website is organised in a way that makes sense to your visitors, helping them find what they need quickly.
Everything is laid out with a clear flow, so people can move through the site naturally without getting lost or second-guessing where to go next.
Built around your goals
Whether it’s enquiries, bookings, or showcasing your work, everything is designed with a clear purpose.
Nothing is added for the sake of it. Every page and section is built around what your business actually needs the website to do.
Easy to manage
You’re not locked out of your own website.
The parts you’ll update regularly are custom built to be simple to manage yourself.
Everything else is handled in the background, so it just works without you needing to touch it.
Designed to convert
It’s not just about looking good. The layout, messaging, and flow are all focused on turning visitors into customers.
From the first impression to the call to action, everything is designed to guide people towards taking the next step.
What’s included in my website design service
A bespoke website is not just the finished design. It is the thinking, planning, structure and technical setup behind it.
Every project is different, but a typical WordPress website design project can include:
Website planning and structure
Before the design starts, I look at what pages are needed, what each page should do, and how visitors should move through the site.
Bespoke website design
The design is created around your business, your content and your goals, rather than forcing everything into a pre-made layout.
WordPress build
Your website is built in WordPress, giving you a flexible platform that can grow with your business and be managed properly long term.
Mobile responsive layouts
The site is built to work clearly across desktop, tablet and mobile, so visitors get a good experience whatever device they are using.
Editable content areas
Where it makes sense, I build structured content areas that are easy to update, such as testimonials, case studies, team members, blog posts, services, FAQs or projects.
Contact forms and calls to action
Your website will make it clear how people can get in touch, enquire, book, call or take the next step.
Basic on-page SEO setup
Page titles, meta descriptions, headings, URL structure and key content areas are considered as part of the build, so the site has a solid foundation for search.
Launch support
I handle the technical side of getting the site live and check the key details before and after launch.
Hosting and maintenance
I also offer WordPress hosting and maintenance, so your site is kept updated, backed up and looked after properly.
Web design in Sussex, working with clients further afield
MB-SITES is based in Lancing, West Sussex, working with businesses and organisations locally, across the UK and internationally.
I work with clients in Lancing, Worthing, Shoreham, Brighton and across Sussex, but I am not limited by location. Most website projects can be handled remotely, with clear communication, proper planning and a straightforward process from start to finish.
Wherever you are based, the aim is the same: a website that is properly thought through, easy to manage and built around your business, not a generic design that could belong to anyone.
Based in Sussex, not limited by location
Most of my work comes from conversations, recommendations and long-term client relationships.
Being based in Sussex means I understand the local business landscape, but the website itself is always built around your actual goals, not just your postcode.
Recent website design projects
Every website has its own purpose, structure and way of working. Here are a few examples of recent projects and the kind of thinking that went into them.
Paragon Pinball
A bespoke WordPress website with custom machine listings, filters and easy to manage content, built so Tobin and Mark can keep the site updated themselves.
Madame Cuisine
A warm, elegant WordPress website for an artisan French bakery serving Hove and the surrounding areas, designed to showcase the food, explain the service clearly and make enquiries feel simple.
Brandad
A clean, focused website for a brand strategist, where the design needed to support the message without getting in the way of it.
Imogen's Aesthetics
A clean, professional website designed around treatments, trust and a simple user journey for people looking to book or enquire.
The Mother Lode
A bold, personality-led WordPress website for Kat Bailey’s PR and storytelling agency, designed to showcase her experience, services and distinctive tone of voice.
Mission:HOME
A website supporting a campaign-led organisation, with clear messaging, flexible content areas and a structure that can grow over time.
Imogen's Aesthetics
A clean, professional website designed around treatments, trust and a simple user journey for people looking to book or enquire.
The Mother Lode
A bold, personality-led WordPress website for Kat Bailey’s PR and storytelling agency, designed to showcase her experience, services and distinctive tone of voice.
Mission:HOME
A website supporting a campaign-led organisation, with clear messaging, flexible content areas and a structure that can grow over time.
What it’s like to work with me
A few words from clients after their websites went live.
I would just like to thank Mike for an amazing new website. It’s been well done and you have been really helpful and patience with me through this whole process. I would highly recommend your services.
Jo-Anne Bredenhann
Imogen's Aesthetics
I had the pleasure of working with Mike.
He created a wonderful site for me, in a very short time. The process was quick and easy and not stressful, I’m very happy of how the site turned out, I received several compliments as well. I would definitely recommend Mike to a friend and work with him in the future.
Thanks you Mike for your hard work.
Estelle Silbande
Madame Cuisine
Mike was fantastic with updating and improving our website.
He quickly understood what we needed and made everything simple to manage.
We’re really pleased with the outcome.
Ellora Harper
Baystar Limited
Website design FAQs
Do you only work with businesses in Sussex?
No. MB-SITES is based in Lancing, West Sussex, but I work with businesses and organisations across the UK and internationally.
Most projects can be handled remotely, with clear communication throughout the process. For local clients, I can also meet in person where useful.
Do you build all websites in WordPress?
Yes. I specialise in WordPress because it is flexible, reliable and gives clients a website they can own and manage properly.
Can you redesign an existing website?
Yes. If your current website feels dated, unclear, difficult to update or no longer reflects your business, I can redesign and rebuild it properly in WordPress.
Will I be able to update the website myself?
Yes, where it makes sense. I build the parts you need to update regularly so they are easy to manage, such as blog posts, testimonials, services, case studies, projects or other structured content.
Do you offer hosting and maintenance after launch?
Yes. I offer WordPress hosting and maintenance packages, so your website can be kept updated, backed up, secure and looked after properly once it is live.
How much does a bespoke WordPress website cost?
It depends on the size and complexity of the website. A simple one-page website will cost less than a larger bespoke site with multiple pages, custom content areas or more advanced functionality. The best starting point is usually a quick conversation about what you need.
What is the difference between a bespoke website and a template website?
A template website starts with a pre-made layout and fits your business into it. A bespoke website starts with your business, your content, your goals and the way your site needs to work, then the design and structure are built around that.
Let’s talk about your website
Every project starts with a conversation.
We’ll go through what your business needs, what your website should be doing, and how it can be improved.
No pressure, no jargon, just a clear starting point.