Top 25+ Web Design Companies | May 2018

Avex Designs is a creative digital agency with 10 employees. Based in New York, the agency specializes in web design and e-commerce development. They also offer content marketing, SEO, themes for WordPress and Tumblr, and branding campaigns.

Notable Project

An entertainment startup went to Avex Designs when they needed to redesign their website. The client wanted a website that accurately portrayed performing arts and had a modern look. The website appears first in Google searches and experienced an increase in traffic.

“I don't have design skills, so I appreciated that Avex Designs was able to take my ideas and put graphics and images behind them with good interpretation.” – VP Client Services, Entertainment Startup

Former Clients: Pony Sneakers, HBO, USA Network, Shutterstock

Awards: Nominated for Awwwards E-Commerce Site of the Year (2017)

With offices in New York, Los Angeles, and Europe, Big Drop is a web design and development company that works with businesses of all sizes. The team of 80+ employees specializes in branding, digital marketing, design, and support.

Notable Project

An earbuds manufacturer hired Big Drop to build an e-commerce website, which would be their main source of sales. Big Drop worked on frontend and backend elements and was particularly diligent with the website’s e-commerce features, which the client did not have experience with.

“Big Drop was very responsive throughout the project. I knew that I could get in touch with our project manager at any point in time.” – COO, Earbuds Manufacturer

Former Clients: Samsung, Blk Water, Saks Fifth Avenue, Mudd Jeans

Awards: Website designs featured on CSS Design Awards; 10 Best Design: Top New York Web Design Firms

Founded in 2003, Blue Fountain Media is a full-service digital agency. With the goal of helping businesses grow their brand online, the team of nearly 200 offers web design, web development, and digital strategy. Headquartered in NY, Blue Fountain Media provides a specialized team for every project.

Notable Project

Blue Fountain Media worked on a web design and development project for an online counseling service. They build the website on WordPress. The client said that Blue Fountain Media was caring and engaged throughout the project.

“Blue Fountain Media was very professional, and they cared about my needs. I didn't have the necessary knowledge for developing a website, but they educated me through the process and kept me involved.” – Founder, Online Counseling Service

Former Clients: Canon, P&G, NFL, CDK Global

Awards: Awwwards: Top 10 Digital Agency; Interactive Media Awards: Top 10 Agency Worldwide

The California-based firm specializes in web design and development, social media, and content marketing. Bop Design is a small team of around 25, and they work with companies that are passionate about growing their brand.

Notable Project

Bop Design rebranded three websites for a consulting firm in Encino, CA. The client wanted its websites to be more user-friendly. Bop Design also redesigned the client’s content management system (CMS) and gave advice on SEO. As a result of this work, the client’s website traffic increased 30%.

“We’ve had many quirky, special needs for our site, and Bop Design has found solutions for all of them. They have a thorough knowledge of other vendors and solutions, including choosing web hosting services.” – Marketing Manager, Consulting Firm

Former Clients: MediKeeper, ESSA, First Class Packaging, S&S Bakery

Awards: Clutch: Top Web Designer & Digital Agency (2017); Expert Market: Top Website Design Companies (2018)

BOWEN is a web design and digital marketing agency located in New York. With fewer than 20 employees, the agency has a small group of experts in the fields of web design, web development, and UX design.

Notable Project

An asphalt company hired BOWEN to build a website that reflected its new brand. BOWEN developed a website centered around images and a positive customer experience. The site included an order form that customers could easily fill out instead of picking up the phone.

“We received very friendly service. The team was open to any ideas we had, and the feedback was always positive. [BOWEN] produced a good website, and the communication was excellent.” – Office Manager, Asphalt Paving Company

Former Clients: Smashburger, RedLand Strategies, NerfDog, Chocolate Works

The New York-based digital agency was founded over 10 years ago under the mantra that the user comes first. The agency has about 20 employees and focuses on web design and e-commerce development.

Notable Project

Dotlogics created a website for a clothing manufacturer to increase brand awareness. They worked with the client to identify goals and create a strategic plan for the website. The client is satisfied with the end product and the site’s performance.

“Their customer service, responsiveness, and design quality are the most impressive things about them.” – Marketing Manager, Clothing Manufacturer

Former Clients: Indigo Collection, Tea Factory, McDonald’s, Chocolate Gourmet

Awards: Google Partner

Founded in 2007, EDUCO is a design and development agency located outside Chicago, IL. Their small team of fewer than 10 people specializes in web design, web development, and SEO. Overall, the agency has worked on over 450 design and development projects. 

Notable Project

EDUCO created a website for a local university to host a list of job and internship openings for its students. The university wanted a functional website where anyone could post an opening. The website is working well so far, and over half of the student body has created accounts.

“[EDUCO] is responsive, detail-oriented, professional, and very strong in customer service.” – Dean, Local College’s School of Communications

Former Clients: The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Bloodshot Records, Digital Third Coast, Garrett Popcorn Shops

Founded in 2011, EIGHT25MEDIA is a web design firm located in Fremont, CA. The agency and its team of 70+ staff have expertise in WordPress, HTML, CSS, web design, consulting and digital branding.

Notable Project

An eye care company hired EIGHT25MEDIA to create a WordPress website that focused on usability and provided the right information for users. Users can now change the font size on the site and access PDF files. Patients have found the website easy to navigate and informative, which was the goal.

“[EIGHT25MEDIA] are a hard-working group of people. The small team that worked with me regularly was responsive. I could call them or email them at any point, and they would give me feedback or respond to me quickly, within the day.”- Partner at Eye Care Company

Former Clients: Avondale, Digital Shadows, Elo, LiveHive

Awards: Google Partner, Clutch: Top Web Design Companies in San Francisco (2017)

Founded in 1999, ePageCity designs user-friendly and innovative websites for small businesses and nonprofit organizations. The Chicago-based web design firm has a small team of 10.

Notable Project

ePageCity redesigned a website for a nonprofit that focuses on fire safety. Throughout the process, ePageCity considered the nonprofit’s ideas for layout and design elements and requested feedback on different drafts. The client received numerous compliments on the website.

“This is the first time I’d ever been through a project like this; their team was fantastic. They each had specific duties and responsibilities and made it very easy to communicate. They did the work upfront, showed us the results, and got our feedback.” – Executive Director, Fire Safety Nonprofit

Former Clients: Chicago Scholars, ICF Source, Rural American Fund, Elementum Advisors

Awards: Clutch: Top Web Designer (2017)

Fisherman Labs is a 10+ web and mobile app development firm specializing in AR/VR and emerging technologies. Based in Los Angeles and with an office in Frisco, TX, they’ve been creating bespoke digital solutions for leading brands since 2014.

Notable Project

Fisherman Labs helped create a mobile and web-based app that employed AR face-morphing technology that transformed the user images into shareable GIFs. Despite a limited budget and timeline, the team enabled client success with their expertise, proactivity, and resourcefulness.

“They knew every system inside and out and compensated wherever the marketplace yielded a lack of technological capability.” – Associate Manager, Creative Media Agency

Former Clients: CBS, Lenovo, Puma, Walmart

Awards: Tech in Motions Awards Finalist 2016

Followbright is a web agency that specializes in design, planning, and consulting. Based in Denver, CO, the small team of 9 works with mid-sized businesses, startups and well-known brands.

Notable Project

A telecommunications firm was rebranding, so they hired Followbright to create a new website. The client wanted to improve how it communicated its brand online, and Followbright created content to help them meet this goal. They were extremely pleased and felt that Followbright went above and beyond.

“What differentiates Followbright is you can truly sense that they are willing and ready to go above and beyond to make everything work. They truly care about the whole experience. This is true about their entire team.” – Founder, Telecommunications Firm

Former Clients: American Sleep Medicine, Brothers BBQ, Summit Resort Group, First American Financial Corporation

Awards: Clutch: Top Web Designers in Denver (2017), Top U.S. WordPress Designers (2014-2017); Qudos: Top 12 Denver Web Design Agencies (2016)

Based in New York with two international offices, HTML Pro has been a leading digital agency since 2013. With about 75 designers, the agency has expertise in development for the web and mobile, web design, custom UX design, and e-commerce.

Notable Project

HTML Pro designed and built a website for a telecommunications/data security company. The company needed to build their online presence so customers could get a better idea of what products they were selling and information on the company. They felt that HTML Pro did an amazing job with designing the site and that it has helped their business grow.

"They are always available to help, along with being affordable. You won't find many companies who act as if your business was their own, but HTML Pro does."-Co-Founder of Telecommunications Company

Former Clients: Bark Buildings, Datasmith, Zoomdazzle, Solid Systems

Awards: Google Certified Partner; Clutch: Top Agencies & Developers in New York (2017); Top Developers: Top Digital Marketing Companies (2017)

With offices in NY and Pittsburgh, PA, Huemor is a design and development agency. With less than 50 employees, Huemor focuses on digital strategy, web development, UX/UI design, and conversion optimization.

Notable Project

Huemor updated a website for a local media solutions company in New York. The website, hosted on WordPress, was easy to use and had an improved user experience. The client said that the site that made them more competitive as a company.

“They took the time to understand our business, our competitors, and the existing site. … Huemor also identified prospective users and built personas around them, which helped determine the journeys and flow.” – VP of Marketing, Media Solution Company

Former Clients: LiveNation, Geico, NBC Sports, United Way

Awards: 2017 Omni Awards: Gold in Animation; 2017 Davey Awards: Gold for Best User Experience

Based in Portland, OR, ILLUSIO creates websites for non-profits and small businesses. Their small team of 6 has experience designing websites, logos, and other graphics.

Notable Project

ILLUSIO built and rebranded a home design company's website using WordPress. Their design work included improving the company's logo, creating graphics, and focusing on user experience. The company has experienced a 200% increase in sales since they began working with ILLUSIO.

“I constantly get compliments on the site. I would say they hit a home run on it as far as effectiveness.” – Owner, Home Design Company

Former Clients: The Climate Trust, Oregon Wild, Turtle Rock, Muddy River Design

Web design and development company Jordan Crown is based in Seattle, WA. Founded in 2006, this company of less than 10 employees specializes in creating beautiful websites with professional design and amazing user experience.

Notable Project

A children’s development nonprofit needed a completely new website, so they looked to Jordan Crown for assistance. Jordan Crown was transparent during the process and helped create an aesthetically pleasing site with amazing features and content.

“They were responsive, consistent, and on time for all of our meetings. I couldn’t have asked for more from a web development team. It was a great experience, and I recommend them to anyone who asks about our website.” – VP, Children’s Nonprofit

Former Clients: Comcast, T-Mobile, PeopleFirm, LinkedIn

Awards: Clutch: Top Web Designers in Seattle (2017); 10 Best Design: Best Web Design Firms in Seattle

With offices in New York and Los Angeles, Lounge Lizard has 25 years of experience in web design and development and mobile app development. The company and its team of 50+ works with clients across industries.

Notable Project

A candle company went to Lounge Lizard for a more modern, user-friendly, and sleek website. Lounge Lizard redesigned the site from top to bottom and audited the site for SEO performance. The client says that users love the graphics and functionality.

“If one of my team members finds they need something, Lounge Lizard addresses it immediately. Their response has been spot on.” – E-Commerce Specialist, Candle Company

Former Clients: Canon, Broadway League, Random House, Missing Piece

Awards: 2014 W3 Awards: Gold; 2014 Interactive Media Awards: Outstanding Achievement Award

This California-based agency has a team of around 10 design and development experts that specialize in web design, web development, and e-commerce development. Founded in 2004, Metajive has completed over 300 successful projects for its clients.

Notable Project

A digital media company hired Metajive for design and branding help – work that included logo and color scheme design. Along with branding services, Metajive designed a website and marketing deliverables for the company, including PowerPoint templates and business cards. Based on Metajive's work, the digital media company plans to continue the business relationship.

“There was a good balance of them taking into account what I needed and being additive with their expertise. When figuring out what the brand identity and logo should look like, Metajive thinks of things the client wouldn’t, especially early on.” – COO, Digital Media Company

Former Clients: Coca-Cola, Kaiser Permanente, HBO

Awards: Webby Awards, CSS Design Awards, Adobe Site of the Day, American Web Design Award

With headquarters in Denver, CO and offices all over the country, NEWMEDIA specializes in creative and innovative web design and development and SEO. The agency and its nearly 200 employees have created 3500+ websites and applications since they were founded in 1996.

Notable Project

NEWMEDIA created an engaging website for a luxury real estate firm in the Denver area. Along with developing the website, NEWMEDIA helped the client with marketing. The client was pleased with the website.

“They listen to what I want and are diligent and caring with their work.” – Founder, Luxury Real Estate Firm  

Former Clients: Amtrak, CBS, YMCA, PostNet

Awards: Mashable: Global Award Winner; Inc. 5000: #8 Software Company in Colorado; Clutch: Top Web Design Agency (2017)

Located in Chicago, IL, Orbit Media Studios has been creating thousands of web design projects since 2001. With 35+ on the team, the agency works with various clients on their web design, development and e-commerce needs.

Notable Project

Orbit Media Studios upgraded a website and e-commerce platform for a travel company. Before completing the work, Orbit did research and analysis to make sure the website was updated perfectly and on brand for the industry. The website was a success; traffic on the site tripled. 

"We decided on Orbit because of their solid reputation and their sincere desire to help turn us into the website and e-commerce solution we wanted to be."- Founder/ Owner of Travel Company

Former Clients: Lincoln Park Zoo, Vienna Beef, Metropolis Coffee Company, Sanford Winery

Awards: Inc. 5000; Clutch: Top Web Developers in Chicago (2017); 2017 Golden Trumpet Award; 2017 Communicator Award

Headquartered in India, Suffescom Solutions is an IT firm skilled in web design, web development, and e-commerce development. The team of more than 60 employees serves mostly small and mid-market businesses in the IT, real estate, and advertising and marketing industries.

Notable Project

Suffescom Solutions designed a custom website for a small media company. The project included optimizing the website for search and integrating feed partners. The client said Suffescom Solutions was timely and cost-effective.

“Suffescom was able to follow my specifications and understand what I wanted, even though I wasn't very specific.” – Founder, Small Media Startup

Former Clients: PC Doctor, Accurate DNA, Modani Furniture, Yobi

Awards: Clutch: Top Web Designer in India (2017); ISO 9001 Certified Company

Full-service digital agency Taoti Creative is based in Washington, DC. The team of 40 has experience in web design, web development, and UX/UI design, with a special focus on small businesses and nonprofits.

Notable Project

Taoti created a WordPress web design for a nonprofit based in DC. The client wanted a website that was user-friendly and easy to read, which Taoti delivered. They worked on everything from the framework to the design elements.

“We worked together. Their job was to make everything look really pretty and functional, which they did.” – Program Manager, Non-Profit

Former Clients: The Aspen Institute, American University, IEG, DC Water

Awards: Inc 5000: List of Fast-Growing Firms; Clutch: Top Web Design Company in Washington, DC (2017)

ThreeSixtyEight is a full-service digital agency founded in 2011 and based in Baton Rouge, LA. Their small team of 18 employees creates unique digital experiences using its expertise in SEO, web design, branding, and social media.

Notable Project

ThreeSixtyEight redesigned a secure website for a government agency after the agency experienced a security breach. They created a more user-friendly website that was SEO-friendly and included a Google Maps feature. Since the redesign, the website has experienced 50% growth in traffic.

“ThreeSixtyEight exceeded our expectations. They have been great to work with, and anything we have asked them, they have done.” – Communications Director, Government Agency

Former Clients: Paramount, NASA, CenturyLink, Pepsi

Awards: Telly Awards

Tiny Frog Technologies specializes in WordPress web design and development in the San Diego area of CA. With around 15 employees, the agency focuses its web design efforts on boosting conversions for clients.

Notable Project

Tiny Frog created a WordPress site for a law firm that specializes in tax law. They created a more inviting layout and interesting content for the website. Feedback the law firm received is positive.

“What distinguished Tiny Frog is their knowledge in user experience and website functionality, rather than just aesthetics.” – Owner, Tax Law Firm

Former Clients: Lee & Associates, Barney & Barney, Teledirect, La Jolla Capital Group

Unleashed Technologies is a web design agency founded in 2007 and located in Columbia, MD. The agency has around 30 employees who are experts in web development, mobile app development, and web design.

Notable Project

A furniture store hired Unleashed Technologies for web design and development for their Drupal site after another company the store originally hired left halfway through the project. Unleashed Technologies picked up from where they left off and completed the project. Unleashed Technologies now hosts the furniture store’s site and oversees its maintenance.

“When I started working with Unleashed Technologies, I didn't want a company that was going to ask me what I needed but rather one that could tell me what I should want. Unleashed Technologies has done a good job in this sense.” – VP and General Manager, Furniture Store

Former Clients: Supernus Pharmaceuticals, The United States Army, American Marketing Association, Sandy Spring Bank

Awards: CEO Report: Baltimore Corporate Culture Award Winner (2018), Clutch: Top Web Developers in DC & Baltimore, Top Web Designers in DC & Baltimore (2018)

Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Vaimo has a team of 300+ digital e-commerce experts based in 15 locations all over the globe. Vaimo was founded in 2008 and provides web design, e-commerce development, and digital strategy services.

Notable Project

Vaimo built a complex e-commerce site using Magento for a boutique shoe retailer. This project included services in visual design and customization in addition to front-end development. Vaimo is still used by the retailer for maintenance and support. The retailer's business has increased around 70% since Vaimo launched their website.

“Vaimo really put a lot of thought and energy into creating something custom that works and excites the end users.” – Vice President of Business Development, Boutique Retailer

Former Clients: Primus, Jack Daniels, Proactiv, Dyson

Awards: Imagine Commerce Excellence Awards: eCommerce Partner of the Year (2015), Inc. 5000 Europe, Gazelle Awards

Founded in 2011, Weberous Web Design is a web design agency based in Los Angeles, CA. The small team of less than 10 specializes in branding, marketing, and, of course, web design.

Notable Project

Weberous developed a website for a wedding planning company that helps couples find unique places to get married. The partnership was collaborative, and the client experienced a boost in website traffic and leads.

“I’ve worked with many companies over the years, but Weberous has a good way of communicating. They’re very wise and logical and have a human touch when they discuss ideas.” – Owner of Wedding Planning Company

Former Clients: Disney, HBO, Lionsgate, xPrize

Awards: Clutch: Global Leaders 2017; 10 Best Design: Best LA Web Design Companies

WebWorks is a creative web design agency founded in 2000 in Los Angeles, CA. With less than 50 employees on the team, the agency has experience in social media marketing, SEO, and graphic design. Overall, they have helped design over 330 different websites.

Notable Project

Using GoDaddy, WebWorks designed a website for a medical center. WebWorks assisted the center with their SEO, social media management, and created business cards. The new website increased clientele and the center has improved in search rankings.

“The event graphics, posters, and business cards they produced were incredible and were some of the best-designed materials I had ever seen. I'm going to use some of the materials they created for upcoming meetings. They earned a five-star review.” – Physician, Medical Center

Former Clients: BMW, NEXT Talent Agency, Solomon Films, Golden Bridge Production