High-Performance Custom Website Design
Let me build for you a stunning, blazing-fast WordPress website built for growth. While anyone can set up a WordPress site, avoiding the learning curve is only half the battle. Without expert configuration, it’s easy to end up with a bloated, slow site that frustrates visitors and fails to rank.
With 20 years of web development experience from running my own online businesses, I take the technical headaches off your plate. I specialize in the lightweight GeneratePress theme, using custom CSS to ensure your site looks exactly how you want it—without the performance-killing bloat of standard page builders.
Tailored Designs That Drive Results
Whether you need a high-converting e-commerce shop or a professional digital storefront for your local Myrtle Beach business, I build with a performance-first mindset.
- Mobile-First Speed: I skip the flashy animations that break on mobile and slow down your load times. My focus is on large, crisp images and good information that loads instantly and converts visitors into clients.
- Total Customization: I go far beyond standard theme settings. Want a modern glassmorphism header or a unique layout? I use custom code to achieve your vision without adding heavy plugins.
Built to Rank: SEO & Speed Optimization
A beautiful website is useless if no one can find it. I leverage decades of experience to ensure your site’s foundation is rock-solid for search engines:
- Optimized Images: High-resolution meets high speed.
- Lightweight Architecture: I avoid poorly coded themes and heavy plugins.
- Google-Friendly Structure: With fast loading and local business schema, your site is built to rank well from day one.
You Own Your Website—No Strings Attached
I believe in flexibility, not restrictive contracts. Once your site is live, you choose how to manage it:
- Take the Reins: I build using the intuitive WordPress block builder. You can easily update text and images yourself without fear of breaking the design.
- Ongoing Support: Need a technical hand? I’m available on an as-needed basis for updates, content edits, and design refreshes.
Live Website Portfolio
Below is a selection of live websites I have designed, developed, and currently manage. Each site is custom-built to serve a specific business goal—from dominating local search results to processing online sales.
Ryan Smith Photography
As my primary business for nearly 20 years, this website is the ultimate proving ground for my SEO and performance strategies. Despite being heavily loaded with high-resolution image galleries, the site is engineered for blazing-fast load times—a critical factor for Google rankings. You can see the results firsthand by searching highly competitive local terms like “Myrtle Beach Wedding Photographer.”
Grand Strand Bride
A comprehensive wedding vendor directory built specifically for the Myrtle Beach market. This site required advanced functionality, featuring a secure client portal where local vendors can request access, subscribe via WooCommerce, and independently manage their own business listings. It is a perfect example of a complex, membership-driven platform running smoothly.
Axis Point Architects
A sleek, professional B2B website designed for a local architecture firm. The frontend focuses on clean aesthetics to highlight their architectural services and qualifications. More importantly, I custom-configured the backend so the client can easily add new projects to their portfolio without needing any web development knowledge, which automatically syncs to feature on the homepage.
Shoreline Laser Designs
A fully functional e-commerce platform built to sell custom laser-engraved products. Powered by WooCommerce and seamlessly integrated with Stripe for secure payment processing, this site demonstrates how to manage an online store effectively. It features easy product listing tools, dynamic pricing, and automated shipping calculations.
Example Starting Foundations
Not sure where to begin? We don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Below are a few high-performance, mobile-friendly starting layouts to help inspire your project. I have many more examples I can share with you to get the creative process started.
Restaurant Example
A visually appetizing layout perfect for local Myrtle Beach restaurants, cafes, or food trucks. This setup is structured to highlight what hungry customers want to see most: highly readable digital menus, easily accessible business hours, and integrated table reservation or online ordering options.
Realtor Example
A sleek, trustworthy layout designed specifically for real estate agents, brokers, and property managers. This design emphasizes high-quality property photography, clear contact forms to capture buyer/seller leads, and a structured portfolio section to beautifully showcase your current listings and past sales.
View Example Directory
View more examples in my full website example directory.
