Directory
Top Squarespace Web Designers and Shopify EXPERTS Directory
Our directory features vetted designers and developers who completed our flagship programs, Standout Squarespace and Standout Shopify.
Briana Summers
Owner
Brand Design, Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives
Briana Summers
Des Moines, Iowa / USA
Owner
Services
Brand Design, Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
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Hi! My name is Briana Summers and I’m an Owner based in Des Moines, Iowa
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Outside work you will often find me drinking margaritas, exploring my city with my daughter Navy and husband Joe, walking my two cavapoos Pickles and Tito, listening to a podcast, or working on my next painting. (VIEW)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually slacking with my team, sketching new ideas, or working on our next client branding project. (VIEW)
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My day usually starts with iced coffee.
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Most of the time I am working on all things branding.
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
Designing my Myspace layouts and chatting with my friends on AOL instant messenger after school
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love bringing a brand to life through a digital home. There's something so rewarding about exploring new typographic layouts or trying out a new kind of code and seeing it work in real life. Happy clients whose lives and businesses have changed after working with us is what keeps me going!
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Listening to a podcast!
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Feminine. Playful. Modern.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I'm a big fan of vertical tabs.
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What makes your work standout?
I love to bring in a hand-drawn aesthetic to all of my work. Whether it's a texture I painted, an illustration I sketched, or a piece of lettering I wrote on my iPad, I think there's something unique about handmade elements in our digital world.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Lucie Fink
I worked with Lucie on revamping her brand identity and website. She was on a boring Squarespace template and her goal was to have a place where she was proud to send potential collaborations and house all of her content. She needed a brand and website that reflected her and her fun, colorful aesthetic.
We used the moodboard plug-in to show off Lucie's creative style and provide an interactive component to her audience.
I learned how to use summary blocks and blogs to load all of her content. Lucie shares her videos across all different platforms and we needed to find a way to make it easy for her audience to find.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
It's a goldmine of information! I used to Google my way through my business, specifically when it comes to web design. Now, if I'm ever stuck on anything in the development process, I pop over to the community and course and can more than likely find what I'm looking for. I also love how up-to-date the Standout programs remain in our ever-changing world.
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What is your dream website project?
I have SO many! I'd love to work with a large, well-known brand that I admire on a Shopify overhaul. A brand that comes to mind is Show Me Your Mumu!
Malin Eriksson
Web Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Brand Design, Website Tweaks
Malin Eriksson
Malmö / Sweden
Web Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Brand Design, Website Tweaks, Shopify Template
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
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Hi! My name is Malin Eriksson and I’m a Web Designer based in Malmö, Sweden
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Outside work you will often find me at the CrossFit gym or boxing, as I love to stay active. I also enjoy spending quality time with my partner, Dennis, and traveling to experience new places and cultures. ( VIEW )
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But on a typical workday, I do a little of everything. Since I am both a web designer and a marketing manager at a mall, I am usually in front of my computer, either working on web design projects or planning events as part of my role as a manager at a mall
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My day usually starts with a nice cup of coffee while checking my emails, followed by a pleasant stroll around the mall.
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Most of the time I am working on something creative tasks like designing graphics for a website or planning an exciting event.
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Many years ago in school, the first thing we learned about computers was what 'www' stood for. Yes, I am that old...
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love the whole process, from getting to know you and your business inside out to extrapolating your values and translating them into a website that helps you get closer to your goal. But I love to code if we are in for the nite and gritty.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
During my mid-coding pastime, I like to take short walks to get some fresh air and clear my mind. I also enjoy having a healthy snack or a cup of coffee to keep my energy levels up and stay refreshed.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Modern. Bold
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Without a doubt the Sticky Gallery and Style Logo Image on Scroll workshops.
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What makes your work standout?
I don't do boring web design; I specialize in creating iconic brand and web designs for cult beauty brands. My focus is on the customer journey and ensuring that they experience your brand while easily finding what they are looking for.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Bare Nordic Beauty
My proudest website build so far is an e-commerce site for a client on Shopify called Bare Nordic Beauty. I took the skills I learned from working with Squarespace and applied them to Shopify. What started as a small complementary shop for a Nordic beauty brand boutique has grown into a full-fledged e-commerce store with over 400 products. The key lesson I learned from this project is to never set boundaries on what you can achieve.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
One of the most valuable lessons I've learned from the Standout programs is that with the right mindset and people cheering you on, you can achieve anything. The program has not only given me the necessary skillset but also fostered the confidence and mindset to stand out and design uniquely. The supportive community, always cheering us on, has been a huge part in pushing boundaries and reaching my goals.
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What is your dream website project?
My dream website project would be to build a visually bold and modern website that gives visitors an alluring and inspiring customer journey for an up-and-coming personal brand in the beauty industry. I envision creating a website that showcases their unique products and services, tells their story, and engages their audience with captivating content. This project would combine my passion for design with my love for the beauty industry, allowing me to craft an online presence that truly stands out and resonates with beauty enthusiasts.
Nathalie Chikhi
Founder, Designer and Artist
Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Brand Design, Squarespace Design and Dev, Photography
Nathalie Chikhi
Fort Worth Area / USA
Founder, Designer and Artist
Services
Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Brand Design, Squarespace Design and Dev, Photography
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Nathalie Chikhi and I’m a Founder, Designer and Artist based in Fort Worth Area, USA.
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Outside work you will often find me spending quality time with my daughter and husband.
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But on a typical workday, I am usually creating new original works in my art studio.
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My day usually starts with working out.
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Most of the time I am working on design and art.
“Intuition is what guides my creative process. Organically nurturing my imagination, always.”
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
Well, I remember of my first website using dreamweaver. It was the inception of the internet ;-)
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love creating brand from the ground up, it is challenging and intimidating at the same time, but I am excited to capture the essence of the client and uncover the right visual signature for my client's brand.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Drinking coffee and going for a walk.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words?
Minimalist. Maximalist. Playful. Futuristic. Modern. Bold.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Font customization
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What makes your work standout?
Creativity, design and creative vision.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Make it possible to personalize a solid platform such as Squarespace.
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What is your dream website project?
Work for a Fashion brand, with a solid team of designer, photographer, stylist and videographer and dev.
Gabbi Coronel
Brand & Web Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Brand Design, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives
Gabbi Coronel
Austin / Texas
Brand & Web Designer
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Gabbi Coronel and I’m a Brand & Web Designer based in Austin, Texas.
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Outside work you will often find me teaching yoga, traveling, or somewhere near water.
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But on a typical workday, I am usually drinking an iced latte, sketching up logo suites and getting inspired/ obsessed with color palettes and type design.
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My day usually starts with cuddling my dog.
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Most of the time I am working on brand identity and web design for entrepreneurs.
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
Xanga and AOL haha! and can't forget downloading music on Limewire.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Love love love the beginning process of design direction. conceptualizing section layouts and templates feels incredibly inspiring. I also love building it all out on Squarespace, implementing strategy and letting the brand identity come to life.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
In between coding I'm usually stretching on my office floor or playing with my dog. maybe a combo of both.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Earthy. Bold. Modern.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Sticky sections, vertical lines, scrolling and hover animations. honestly, love them all.
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What makes your work standout?
I usually refer to myself as a design chameleon. I capture the personality of each client while implementing my love for color, type, & image direction. Each project is unique and intuitive to the client and their vision.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
I would say I've learned to trust my creative style and be more confident in it. I've learned to take risks and not be afraid to be bold with design and code. practice practice practice the workshops that interest me. Truly have grown so much as a designer because of this course. It's a wealth to resources and opportunities to explore creativity.
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What is your dream website project?
My dream website project is to work with media production company or art gallery that allows me full creative freedom on the UI of their website.I envision bold typography, unique editorial layouts, and captivating imagery of their work. I want to push creative boundaries both in branding and in their web presence.
Maria Krause
Web Design & Development
Brand Design, Squarespace Template, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Photography, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Maria Krause
Berlin / Germany
Web Designer and Developer
Services
Brand Design, Squarespace Template, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Photography, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Maria Krause and I’m a Web Designer and Developer based in Berlin, Germany.
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Outside work you will often find me on the beach, eating fruits and having an Aperol Spritz. (VIEW)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually sitting on the sofa with my laptop, working on new websites or coding something, listening to loud music, and forgetting everything around me.
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My day usually starts with taking my daughter to kindergarten and then attend a Pilates class at home.
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Most of the time I am working on a new design, refining a design, or learning a cool new design trick.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
The best part of building websites for me is coding, trying out new things, creating mock-ups, and feeling satisfied when I successfully develop them as envisioned during the creation phase.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Fresh air, coffee or tea and walking with the dog and my daughter.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Minimalist. Playful. Bold
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Stylish Vertical Tabs, Movable Blocks on Squarespace, Sticky Sections, Footer Reveal, Styling Accordions, Portfolio Hover Follow, Scroll-based Background Color change, Spotlight Animation, Fluid Image Reveal on Text Hover, Mega Menu.
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What makes your work standout?
I focus on every aspect of the project, from design to functionality, ensuring a polished and professional end product. I prioritize the user experience, creating intuitive interfaces and seamless interactions that enhance usability. I ensure that the websites I build are responsive and look great on all devices, which is crucial in today's mobile-centric world. I also make a point to cater to the specific wishes of my clients, ensuring that each website is as unique as its owner.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
AMICI CUCINA E VINO
Understanding how to combine old and new technology and knowledge to achieve the best result, leveraging abundant knowledge but limited time, and making it exceptionally valuable for the industry. The exceptional aspect of this project is that this website stands out from others in the industry by focusing on the essentials: the founder and the restaurant's food.
Standout workshops: Styling Accordions, Sticky Sections.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
The ability to understand each individual website, its structure, and its components.
Developing problem-solving skills to independently find solutions.
Familiarity with the language of coding, enabling effective communication and implementation of solutions.
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What is your dream website project?
First: Designing and developing websites for restaurants allows each establishment to showcase its unique identity and offerings. From high-end Michelin-starred venues to cozy local bistros, the goal is to capture the essence of the dining experience through thoughtful design elements. Incorporating features like intuitive reservation systems, visually enticing menu displays with quality imagery, and personalized sections like 'Meet the Team' can enrich the website's appeal. By tailoring these elements to reflect the restaurant's atmosphere and culinary philosophy, every website can stand out as a distinct digital representation of its brand.
Second: Designing and developing websites for Airbnb and smaller travel companies is essential for showcasing their unique offerings and maintaining their individuality. By highlighting personalized services, distinctive accommodations, and local experiences, these websites ensure that they stand out and remain memorable in a competitive market. This approach not only attracts potential guests but also enhances the overall user experience, fostering trust and loyalty among visitors.
Wynny
Designer / Creative Developer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Shopify Template, Brand Design, Squarespace Template
Wynny
Jakarta / Indonesia
Designer / Creative Developer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Shopify Template, Brand Design, Squarespace Template
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Wynny and I’m a Designer / Creative Developer based in Jakarta, Indonesia
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Outside work you will often find me at local coffee shops, or finding new food to try.
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But on a typical workday, I am usually with my headphones on, I put on my comfiest clothes, and am ready to immerse myself into my work.
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My day usually starts with morning workout, journaling
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Most of the time I am working on pushing the envelope, one day at a time.
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
friendster. oh no.. 🙈
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Exploring design direction. And what I like the most is building and coding it to live. I love the thrill and the problem solving part of building the site.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Brew another coffee. The smell of freshly brewed coffee lifts my spirit. At the end of the day/week, I reward myself with a few episodes of Kdrama.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Earthy. Modern.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Every single one of the Standout workshops is valuable in making a unique standout website. I learned a lot from Rache's thought process and how to apply that, not only limited to the workshop materials but I can use the same principles to solve other problems as well.
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What makes your work standout?
I took time to listen to my client's problem, provide the simplest solution, and elevate it to make it look unique and stand out. Every client is different, every project is a new challenge. I am always up for any creative challenge. I am led by curiosity and skill-driven results.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Mutual Muse.
Website → As a Shopify Developer this is my proudest project. Designed by the lovely Dana from @paradise.studio.design Lots of the buildout from this site is based from my learning from Standout Squarespace and Standout Shopify. And I use lots of assets from Standout Shopify Code Toolkit that I modified so it looks like the design that Dana has.
AR15 and Under
Website →Designed by KUYA, my role in this project is the Shopify Developer. This is a non-profit project that won 2024 D&AD award for Writing in Design (Graphite Pencil)
Gaze
Website →As designer and developer, this is my proudest project. What I love about it is, the challenge of how to make Squarespace website look unique
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Rache's teaching style and materials are unique, aesthetic, and very importantly: make sense. Standout program has the best of both worlds of creativity and coding. Being a designer who loves to venture and learn more in coding, I took many coding courses and most of them were too long/too slow/too boring but not with Standout. Every module sparks interest and Rache's way of teaching makes coding make sense.
Also, the community. I met lots of new friends in Standout, and collaborate on projects and develop meaningful relationships.
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What is your dream website project?
Be part of a project that is bigger than me.
Jasmine Zayas
Creative web designer + developer for super fun & loving businesses
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Brand Design, Website Tweaks
Jasmine Zayas
Miami, Florida / USA
Creative web designer + developer for super fun & loving businesses
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Brand Design, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
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Hi! My name is Jasmine Zayas and I’m a Creative web designer + developer for super fun & loving businesses based in Miami, Florida, USA.
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Outside work you will often find me taking my dog out on walks to the park or the beach getting our enrichment time in the sun, yes ma'am. (VIEW)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually cooped up at my desk vibing to a playlist and getting work done with my cafecito con leche.
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My day usually starts with thanking God for another day of life.
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Most of the time I am working on creating cute websites and dreaming up other passion projects.
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
It has to be playing computer games at my friend's computer room in her house, we'd play Purble Place HAHAHA i miss it :')
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love the entire process of seeing the vision come to life. All from ideating it, to designing it, and translating it through code. It all makes the experience so gratifying.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Eating for sure. Getting myself a snack and unwinding to a good anime episode before getting back to work. (for my anime lovers! here's some of my recent favs: Apothecary Diaries, A Sign of Affection, Kaiju No. 8)
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Vintage/Retro. Playful. Editorial.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I use all of the coding techniques, but I would say animations are super fun to see on my website projects.
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What makes your work standout?
I am an old soul and I love all things of the past. I take inspiration from there a lot, so I would say my work is vintage-inspired and playful. I always aim in creating a beautiful website that's not just functional, but is visually-pleasing to the eye. Your website is your digital storefront and you always want to make that first impression memorable to your site visitors to get them to come back woooo!
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
The fact that I can say I code and design websites is baffling to me, what started out as a hobby has turned into a passion for me and I'm so grateful for the courses through this program that have empowered me to take huge steps in that direction.
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What is your dream website project?
It is always a dream to work with a client who is open-minded, patient, and trustworthy without micro-managing. They are kind and amazing people that are on the same wavelength as you. I believe beautiful work can come out of a healthy collaboration like that.
Mackenzie Taleno
Founder / Owner / Designer
Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Brand Design
Mackenzie Taleno
Los Angeles / California
Founder / Owner / Designer
Services
Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Squarespace Template, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
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Hi! My name is Mackenzie Taleno and I’m a Founder / Owner / Designer based in Los Angeles, California.
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Outside work you will often find me
Exploring a new city, drinking a Cardamom latte, or playing with my daughter
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But on a typical workday, I am usually
Working from a cafe or being a full-time WFH mom
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My day usually starts with
Family time at home
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Most of the time I am working on
Meeting with small business owners and working with them on building their dream brands
“I craft brands and websites that don’t just look good—they feel right. With strategy, taste, and a lot of intentionality, I turn ideas into unforgettable visuals that connect and convert.”
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I find so much joy in problem solving and being able to translate complex designs to code that leaves a strong impression on my clients
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
I'm a big podcast girl!
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Bold. Vibrant.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I love any design element with movement, it adds so much visual interest to any site
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What makes your work standout?
Bringing intentionality to each new client project, I love solving their own unique problems and creating innovative designs that fit perfectly with them
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Maria Web StudioWebsite →
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What is your dream website project?
A local boutique hotel in LA or NY
Katherine Shuler
Brand & Web Designer
Squarespace Template, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, Brand Design
Austin, TX, USA
Katherine Shuler
Austin, TX / USA
Brand & Web Designer
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
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Hi! My name is Katherine Shuler and I’m a Brand & Web Designer based in Austin, TX, USA.
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Outside work you will often find me unplugging through exercise, such as taking long walks in the neighborhood, boxing, and weight lifting. Sometimes, I find myself dreaming of new ways to refresh my home and dip into my interior design hobby. When it's time to relax, I either binge on reality TV or try out a new pasta recipe in the kitchen. (V I E W)
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But on a typical workday, I am usually up around 6:30 AM and start my day by making a coffee protein shake. I then go through my inbox and adjust my schedule to prioritize tasks for the day. I try to take a quick walk outside, but if I can't, I make sure to get my steps in using a walking pad under my desk. My typical workload includes working on custom client websites and brands, handling UI/UX work for the agency I freelance for, and focusing on marketing for Rainey Studio. (V I E W)
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My day usually starts with coffee
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Most of the time I am working on website design, updates, and audits
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
When I was a little girl, I remember my dad bringing home a massive IBM desktop computer. I was immediately fascinated and spent many days of my childhood playing games such as The Sims. I eventually grew into the MySpace era, where I learned how to customize my profile using CSS. My love for technology and my traditional art background gave me clarity on what I eventually wanted to go to school for - Graphic Design.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love creating a brand's online presence. Websites offer ample space to display a visual story and showcase the brand's personality through small interactions and animations, creating a unified system.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
I am really enjoying diving into and experimenting with Webflow and Framer as platforms to offer clients. As a designer who uses Figma every day, I find both web-based builders offer ample space for creativity and customization without feeling daunting or too complex.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Feminine. Timeless. Modern. Editorial
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I frequently reference workshops that focus on galleries, hover interactions, and scrolling. Adding small customized touches of code can help a brand stand out from templated designs and give it a unique voice and personality on a digital platform.
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What makes your work standout?
I have a diverse professional background that includes leadership in in-house start-up design and running my own studio. I've lived in Texas for over 10 years, where I've been inspired by the creative environment of Austin. However, I also draw inspiration from my Carolina roots, which are more classic and timeless, influenced by the beautiful landscape of tall trees and the Atlantic. I strive to create clean and elegant branding and website designs, using sophisticated typography to convey personality and employing strong art direction to establish a cohesive and timeless brand system that feels modern and fresh.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Standout is incredibly organized, detailed, and thoughtful. I've gained a wealth of knowledge about web design and development, including responsive design best practices, strategic copywriting, SEO, optimization, and more. Rache is always available to assist, answer questions, give feedback, and support all her students. It's definitely a worthwhile investment.
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What is your dream website project?
I would love to collaborate with an interior design studio that aligns with my aesthetic. The studio's website should have a sophisticated and classic design, displaying beautiful spaces with edge-to-edge media. In addition, I envision an accompanying e-commerce platform to sell their curated selection of furniture, decor, and other items that add warmth and personality to a home.
Alana Jade
Website designer for kind businesses
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Squarespace Template, Brand Design, SEO Strategy
Alana Jade
Australia + Thailand
Website designer for kind businesses
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Squarespace Template, Brand Design, SEO Strategy
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
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Hi! My name is Alana Jade and I’m a Website designer for kind businesses based in my home country of Australia and a little island in Thailand.
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Outside work you will often find me creating beautiful things (macrame, music and vegan platters, mostly!); drinking loads of soy-milky tea (English Breakfast for the win!); contemplating and reflecting deeply; questioning the status quo and living ‘outside the box’; sauntering along the tropical coastlines of southern Thailand; playing old-timey jazz and swing numbers on the clarinet in my band, Latootz. ( V I E W )
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But on a typical workday, I am usually collaborating with my brand team, dreaming up a new branding kit or one-week website design or building websites for my clients!
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My day usually starts with yoga, meditation, an ocean swim and a big pot of tea
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Most of the time I am working on delivering websites in just one week!
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Bringing together the talented work of different creatives – branding experts, photographers, writers – into a space that does my client’s gifts and passions justice. I also get a thrill when I see little lines of code on one side of the screen make something beautiful happen on the other side!
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Chocolate!
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Minimalist. Earthy.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Pseudo elements, blog grids, sticky sections and elements, the smart coding section techniques so my clients never have to touch a line of code and can easily keep their websites up to date!
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What makes your work standout?
Infused throughout all my web design work, is my passion for minimalist business practices and simple, kind living. This means all my design work focuses on calm, kind, ethical design with minimal distractions, and online spaces that are gentle on the nervous system.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Earth ConsciousWebsite →Our Earth one-week website base design made for environmental advocates and non-profits, which we launched this year.
This design was two years in the making! I spent a lot of time researching the types of key pages, sections and functionality these types of businesses would need. In the end, I created our first 'mix and match' one-week website design where the business can choose the exact functionality they need. It makes the design so much more flexible and can be used by a variety of different businesses.
I used loads of different workshops and trainings from standout, including:
• Blog grid
• Pricing tables
• Sliding letters
• Sticky section and words for values on the About page
• Sliding timeline
• Pseudo brand marks in the footer
• Sticky split section in portfolio
• Make entire list item clickable
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
To truly understand code – rather than just copy and paste it from anywhere and everywhere across the internet. And the smart coding techniques have helped me develop my one-week website base designs in a way that makes them easy for me to create and easy for my clients to keep up to date. This has been an invaluable growing point for my business.
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What is your dream website project?
A for-purpose business and / or activist – someone who is focusing on making a difference in the area of climate change.
Marlo Biasutti
Creative Director
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Marlo Biasutti
Toronto / Canada
Creative Director
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
01
Hi! My name is Marlo Biasutti and I’m a Creative Director based in Toronto, Canada.
02
Outside work you will often find me spending time with my family and running trails.
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually in my office loving every minute of it.
04
My day usually starts with a walk with my dog.
05
Most of the time I am working on coding Squarespace websites for professionals that are ready to elevate their online presence.
06
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Learning new coding techniques and seeing them come to life.
07
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Modern. Bold
08
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I love sticky features and mega menus.
09
What makes your work standout?
I have a background in print editorial that I love to bring to life in the digital world.
10
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Peloton Capital Management.
This was a client project and my largest website build yet. It not only incorporated the brand identity I designed, but we also did a full photoshoot and videography that was incorporated into the new website. I love implementing sticky features for roll-over effects, a mega menu, and the ability to have full control over typography using code.
11
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
How much I love coding. I always thought that my design brain wasn't built for this but using Rache's approach I have fallen in love.
12
What is your dream website project?
I love them all. I like the diversity each client project brings and how we can express their individual brands online and make their personality shine.
Maria Elena Monraz Preciado
Founder & Creative Director
Brand Design, Graphic Design, Illustrations, Creative Direction
Maria Elena Monraz Preciado
Guadalajara / Mexico
Founder & Creative Director
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
01
Hi! My name is Maria Elena Monraz Preciado and I’m a Founder & Creative Director based in Guadalajara, Mexico
02
Outside work you will often find me playing with my dog Bimba (although I do that during work hours too :)) Doing sports, specially kite-surf. I love traveling and working as a digital nomad. I am *based* in Mexico so I love summer, the beach and any activity that requires being in water. I love running early in the morning, coffee (espresso) and architecture / interior design.(VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually drinking coffee and designing the website architecture. I love development and my focus is bringing designers vision and website projects to life through smart code. As an architect turned web developer I an a natural puzzle solver, coming up with simple yet impactful coding solutions for fellow cool designers, this is why my studio is called From Cool to Coded.
04
My day usually starts with meditation, coffee and a morning run in the nearest park
05
Most of the time I am working on web development for other designers inside Squarespace and Shopify
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
I am a 90's kid so I remember the sound of dial up internet. I am a hybrid: knew both analog and digital eras. I would download coloring books and images that I could then print out and make an art project out of them... I loved it since the very beginning.
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Coding is where I shine. I like design and really enjoy it too... but writing lines of code and coming up with smart, efficient and simple solutions to website mockups is my passion. I love puzzles (big sudoku fan) and web development is like solving one big puzzle in many small steps.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Playing with my dog
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Monochrome. Playful. Bold.
10
Share your unique style, your design philosophy and/or aesthetics that appeal to you.
I consider myself a design chameleon. I love studying vintage magazines and books to gather inspo as much as I love seeing what's new on Pinterest. I try my best to combine the best of new and old while providing a safety net depending on the niche my clients are in.
11
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
All of them! But if I have to choose: vertical lines, mega menus (or any menu workshop), testimonial slider, sticky - scrolling, focus list carrousels, anything with hover effects and animations.... Lol I could keep going, they are all amazing.
12
What makes your work standout?
I love an editorial, bold, monochromatic design but contrasted with fun, playful user integrations. I love it when users are surprised when visiting a website with *hidden* cool animations and interactions. I love to incorporate these fun little code snippets that give web designs and extra layer of fun.
13
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Maria Web StudioWebsite →It was the first website I made for myself when I launched my Web Design Studio and was still a student inside Standout Squarespace. Since it was a project for myself I felt really confident to explore and take risks. It represented my design style to the fullest: editorial, vertical lines, black and white and image and typography based. I built it when the classic editor was the only editor. I used the lessons learned inside Module 4: Box model, typography, display, float and layout position properties. During this project I learned that anything is possible when you learn smart coding techniques. That CSS alone goes a long long way. I also learned more about my personal style and POV.
14
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
My biggest takeaway is that if you build strong skills you can achieve anything. That you can create your dream job, and creativity is inside all of us, it just has different outlets. I will forever be grateful for Rache and of her Standout Programs, they opened a lot of doors I never thought possible for me.
15
What is your dream website project?
I love coding websites, so my dream website project is to collaborate with nice, cool designers around the world and bring their website projects from cool to coded.
Ahdiya Gurgani
UX/UI | Branding & Web Designer
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives, Brand Design
Ahdiya Gurgani
Melbourne / Australia
UX/UI | Branding & Web Designer
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Squarespace Template, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Ahdiya Gurgani and I’m a UX/UI | Branding & Web Designer based in Melbourne, Australia.
02
Outside work you will often find me going to pilates, hiking, journaling and traveling to tropical islands
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually helping clients get clear on their business goals, identify their niches and have strategy sessions. Designing, wireframing and developing.
04
My day usually starts with journaling and meditation
05
Most of the time I am working on designs, creating content for instagram
06
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Making the backend as seamless so my clients can sell their product or services with ease and almost passively!
07
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Learning the best techniques to make the squarespace website as unique as possible
08
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words?
Minimalist. Maximalist. Vibrant. Modern. Dark. Feminine.
09
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
seamless animations
10
What makes your work standout?
My work is rooted in UX/UI and psychology principles.
11
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Sadia PsychologyWebsite →
12
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
How easily and effortless coding can be thanks to the course!
13
What is your dream website project?
Building the website for Tony Robbins
Haley Withers
Brand & Web Designer + Developer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Brand Design, Photography
Haley Withers
North Wales / United Kingdom
Brand & Web Designer + Developer
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Photography
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Haley Withers and I’m a Brand & Web Designer + Developer based in North Wales, United Kingdom.
02
Outside work you will often find me surfing, traveling or out for a walk in the hills with my dog. (VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually designing brands and websites, obsessing over my incredible clients and sipping on a black coffee from my V60.
04
My day usually starts with cuddling my dog.
05
Most of the time I am working on branding, packaging and web design.
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Myspace, Xanga, HTML - oh my! I came of age in the golden era of the internet (or so I believe). I've been slinging code around since my very first all HTML website about frogs. Myspace was the evolution and my ultimate creative expression.
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love the whole process! Designing the website speaks to my soul while bringing it to life speaks to my problem solving mind.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
A good shake out - going to the gym, doing some yoga or getting outside in any capacity, preferably a surf!
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Minimalist. Modern.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Sticky & Scrolling sections, Image on Hover, Mega Menu, Scrolling Marquee, literally all of them! I love trying new things on all projects.
11
What makes your work standout?
That I love to push the limits of what is possible, especially on the web. My style is finding your style, but I tend towards more minimalistic, type driven, grid layouts for that editorial feel. Personally, I am drawn towards calming, quiet and natural spaces and this is reflected in personal projects. That being said, I love to explore different design styles that push me out of my comfort zone!
12
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
That nothing is impossible! The Standout programmes have broadened what I believe is possible with code, especially on a platform like Squarespace and Shopify. We can truly bring our wildest visions to life.
13
What is your dream website project?
My dream website project would be for an architect! I'd love to create minimalist typography driven exploration of the built spaces they are creating. I'd also love to work with more product based businesses especially those in the food and beverage industries!
Samara Bortz
Website Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Brand Design, Website Copywriting
SAMARA BORTZ
Edmonton, Canada
Website Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Brand Design, Website Copywriting
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Samara Bortz and I’m a Website Designer based in Edmonton, Canada
02
Outside work you will often find me singing, cooking, running, reading, and playing with my toddler. (VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually at my laptop by 10:00 am, working on a website project and sending a bajillion voice notes to my co-founder, Isobel.
04
My day usually starts with coffee, journalling, a workout, and meditation.
05
Most of the time I am working on website designs, branding projects, podcast recordings, and Substack posts.
06
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Hearing our clients get SO excited when they read and look through their new website draft for the first time.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Coffee and chocolate.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Monochrome. Playful. Bold
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Split sections, changes to the header navigation, and all the fun typography customizations.
11
What makes your work standout?
In Tandem Studios brings copy and design together from the start. We believe that the words and the visuals must work together to create a website that keeps the wheels spinning and clients booking.
12
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Wildflowers are PrayersWebsite →This was a client project for an online writing community.
We started by creating the visual identity by customizing one of our brand kits and curating a collection of stock images. Then, we wrote the copy and brought the design to life, using a few of the Standout workshops, including:
- Typewriter effect
- Side Swipe Pages
- Portfolio Image on Hover
- Tables
13
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Rache is an incredible teacher! I've also found her approach to scoping sections to be invaluable for helping clients to navigate and easily update their customized websites.
14
What is your dream website project?
We would love to work with more local Canadian businesses in Edmonton or Vancouver Island!
Diane Green
Owner/Squarespace Website Designer
Brand Design, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design, Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks
diane green
Alta, Wyoming / USA
Owner/Squarespace Website Designer
Services
Brand Design, Squarespace Design and Dev, Design, Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Diane Green and I’m an Owner/Squarespace Website Designer based in Alta, Wyoming.
02
Outside work you will often find me hiking in the Teton Mountains, biking, skiing, gardening, reading, and connecting with friends.(VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually ready to roll by 5:30 AM. My creative brain works best in the morning. I save afternoons (and sometimes evenings) for blogging, researching, and social media posts. I believe in balance, and I always take a break for some time outdoors.
04
My day usually starts with coffee, stretching, and meditation. Always.
05
Most of the time I am working on a new design, refining a design, or learning a cool new design trick.
“The quality of a person’s life is in direct proportion to their commitment to excellence, regardless of their chosen field of endeavor.”
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
When I graduated from high school, my parents gifted me a typewriter. By my second year of college, I was taking a BASIC programming class.
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love my clients. I've been so fortunate the meet the most amazing people. They inspire me. I also love the design work. It's SO fun to pour creativity into a website and watch the elements interact to create something beautiful.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Fresh air and movement.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Minimalist. Feminine. Earthy.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
I love typography. It's an undervalued creative tool, and the possibilities are endless. It seems like every website calls for a unique font style or placement. I've learned so much from all of Rache's workshops, and I have over 100 pages of notes from her courses that I often refer to during my design work.
11
What makes your work standout?
My designs are elegant and confident. When site visitors scroll through one of my websites, they say "aah" and "ooh" and "oh!" They're comforted, intrigued, and surprised by my work. Of course, I've designed sites that are robust and bold, but my best work is found in softer creations.
12
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Diane Green DesignWebsite →This is my personal website.
Because this is my own website, I've had opportunities to dramatically revise it as I've become a better designer. I started with poppy flowers (paired with design inconsistencies and clutter), to aspen trees and mountain scenes (not reflective of my business), to my current design (refined, professional, soft, with a touch of playfulness).
Standout Core (image sizing, basic typography, column utilization, selecting pre-formatted sections and blocks, and the accessibility checks, and more). Standout Advanced (selecting elements the right way and basic CSS).
13
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
As a website designer, the Standout programs are the best investment I've made in terms of business and design. They are exceptionally comprehensive; in fact, I work through the modules multiple times and take copious notes (like more than 100 pages)--and I still have more to learn from the programs. Rache is a phenomenal teacher: professional, direct, kind, and attentive. My biggest takeaway? Web design is evolving and limitless. My work evolves as I learn, and my designs are only limited by what I don't know. This is why I'm a dedicated student of the craft.
14
What is your dream website project?
Send me an empowered woman who has a vision, a roadmap, brand assets, and a commitment to finding her way in the entrepreneur world, and I'm thrilled!
Shannon Pruitt
Brand Strategist and Website Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy, Brand & Website Strategy
Shannon Pruitt
South Carolina / USA
Brand Strategist and Website Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks, SEO Strategy, Brand & Website Strategy
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Shannon Pruitt and I’m a Brand Strategist and Website Designer based in South Carolina, United States of America.
02
Outside work you will often find me chasing my 3-year-old around, spending as much time outside as possible, and still attempting to bake the *perfect* loaf of sourdough.
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually up earlyyyy, spending time alone in the quiet and then working a bit before anyone else is awake in the house. Then, I enter mom-mode for a few hours before putting my Designer hat back on and knocking out a couple of hours of work...usually focused on client work, filming lots of videos so clients can watch presentations on their own time, and digging into data to make sure each project is backed by science AND style.
04
My day usually starts with a hot cup of coffee.
05
Most of the time I am working on designing a website for someone super talented.
“Strategy-infused design. Finessed with style. Refined with intention.”
06
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Hands-down the strategy. Sunday Muse Design brands and websites don’t just look pretty. They also get results. I’m not just here to point out your problems or make assumptions. I’m here to come up with a game plan, so you can have clarity on where to actually focus your resources and time. Because the strategy is where we lay the groundwork for greatness.
07
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Pastime? HA what's a pastime?! :) Most of my time is spent working or being a mom.
08
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Feminine. Modern.
09
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
My clients love the Balanced Header and most anything involving a "sticky" element. Many also like the slide out menu or forced hamburger menu on desktop.
10
What makes your work standout?
Everything I do is based on strategy. We don't go into a single website project blindly. There's some level of research involved in every project - even my Intensives.
11
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
There is so much room for creativity and flexibility within Squarespace, and it's absolutely possible to build a beautiful, responsive, and accessible site using the Standout techniques!
12
What is your dream website project?
I would LOVE to design a site for a public speaker as well as a website for an interior designer.
Avni Nijhawan
Designer, Developer, Creative Director
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Photography, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives, Brand Design
Avni Nijhawan
San Francisco, CA / USA
Designer, Developer, Creative Director
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Shopify Design and Dev, Photography, Website Tweaks, Design and Strategy Intensives, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
01
Hi! My name is Avni Nijhawan and I’m a Designer, Developer, Creative Director based in San Francisco, CA
02
Outside work you will often find me playing piano, learning languages, dying at bootcamp, or on a picnic in Golden Gate Park.
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually at my computer with coffee and a cookie.
04
My day usually starts with coffee.
05
Most of the time I am working on putting ideas together!
“We help innovative brands hellbent on change sparkle online. ”
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Ask Jeeves, Neopets, Xanga, MySpace, Geocities, AIM, Yahoo
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Becoming the catalyst for the vision; helping clients better know what they're looking for and ultimately bringing it to life through our collaboration
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Giving my cat Boba cuddles :)
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Modern. Playful. Bold
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Custom menus, custom headers, animations on scroll,
11
What makes your work standout?
The name of the game is *memorable websites that share your story.* If you work with us, you're not going to get a cookie cutter design.
12
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Knowing how to code opens up an entire new world of design possibilities!
13
What is your dream website project?
I would love to work with a brand working on a truly unique, perhaps aspirational product that makes the world a better place — lab-grown meat brand UPSIDE Foods comes to mind!
Joy Yiu
Web Designer / Developer / Co-founder of Hello-World
Squarespace Design and Dev, Design and Strategy Intensives, Shopify Design and Dev, Website Tweaks, Brand Design
Joy Yiu
Vancouver / Canada
Web Designer / Developer / Co-founder of Hello-World
Services
Shopify Design and Dev, Squarespace Design and Dev, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
01
Hi! My name is Joy Yiu and I’m a Web Designer / Developer / Co-founder of Hello-World based in Vancouver, Canada.
02
Outside work you will often find me drinking matcha lattes, eating nigiri, or watching kdramas.
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually dreaming big for Hello-World.
04
My day usually starts with exercising and a Mindset Mentor podcast episode.
05
Most of the time I am working on a lot of things -- design wireframes, coding, and growing Hello-World.
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
My dad created an email address for me (hellokitty_555@...) and I played the Lion King game in the 90s.
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
I love it all, but the best feeling is seeing a client's dream come to life with their new website. When they're over the moon, that makes all the hard work pay off. Also, pushing the creative boundaries one project at a time is incredibly rewarding.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Listening to my Spotify on shuffle. I have over 1k songs lol, but it keeps me going and focused. Occasionally, I'll switch it up with one of my favourite DJs, ANNDJ; her playlists are everything.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Otherworldly. Playful.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Many clients really enjoy the immersive movable blocks feature. It's playful and innovative. Check out the dinner party below:
Hueylightshop
11
What makes your work standout?
I approach design with curiosity and a lighthearted attitude. I constantly push my creative boundaries by experimenting with new ideas, which I love bouncing off my business partner, Reyna Dashefsky.
12
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Maintaining a beginner's mindset is crucial. Despite designing and developing sites for many years, I still find myself learning daily, which is very cool.
If you put in the work, you are worthy of all your dreams and goals. You'll look back and surprise yourself.
13
What is your dream website project?
Designing and building out a site for a South Korean girl group like Blackpink or NewJeans.
Kseniia Krasilich
Website Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, SEO Strategy, Squarespace Template, Brand Design
Kseniia Krasilich
Seattle, WA / USA
Website Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, SEO Strategy, Squarespace Template, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
Selected Work
01
Hi! My name is Kseniia Krasilich and I’m a Website Designer based in Seattle, Washington, USA.
02
Outside work you will often find me casually strolling with my cute golden puppy, enjoying the sights of the neighborhood. I'm always searching for hidden food spots in the city's lively streets, excited to try out new tasty experiences.
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually I'm at my desk, busy working on client projects.
04
My day usually starts with a hot cup of coffee.
05
Most of the time I am working on new website templates, or client projects.
06
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Taking raw files such as text, images, and more, I transform them into an interactive piece that narrates the story of a business.
07
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Playing with my dog.
08
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Editorial. Minimalist. Modern.
09
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Flex boxes.
10
What makes your work standout?
I'm skilled at finding imaginative ways to showcase information, which adds an element of fascination to my websites, enticing visitors to scroll through and explore further.
Facebook: Kseniia Design Shop
11
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
I've discovered a creative approach to using the tools available to us, including native Squarespace elements. By thinking outside the box, I've learned to craft something truly inventive.
12
What is your dream website project?
I'd love to make a bright and bold website for a fitness app.
Cecily Carlyle
Cecily Carlyle
Toronto / Canada
Visual Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace, Standout Shopify
01
Hi! My name is Cecily Carlyle and I’m a Visual Designer based in Toronto, Canada.
02
Outside work you will often find me walking around the city getting coffee with friends, going on hikes, and checking out new art exhibits.(VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually at home working away at my desk listening to DJ Cinthie to get into a flow state.
04
My day usually starts with COFFEE
05
Most of the time I am working on emails and iterating on designs.
“The end result was a site with a visual style that was unique to me and which told my story in an innovative and one-of-a-kind way.”
06
What are your first memories of the Internet?
Angel Fire which was a website builder I used back in 2000 to upload as many pixelated Spice Girl and Sailor Moon images, as I possibly could haha.
07
What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Figuring out how the visual identity will translate over to the web experience and putting the puzzle pieces together so the content flows well.
08
What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Stretching and recaffeinating.
09
How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Minimalist. Editorial. Modern. Brutalist.
10
Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
-Stacked List Cards
-Split Gallery
-Overflow Elements to Adjacent Sections
11
What makes your work standout?
With my background in fashion design, I incorporate a European, minimalistic sensibility in my work. I gravitate towards clean lines, grids, textures, black accents, and an overall minimalistic design aesthetic.
12
What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Kim Vance ND
Website →The client completed an in depth questionnaire relating to their business, industry competitors, content requirements, and desired styles. I distilled all of the information into a visual identity concept. Once approved by the client we moved into the web design process which consists of designing a high-fidelity prototype of the homepage. Once the homepage is approved the remaining pages are designed and the site is built out with minor tweaks via client feedback.
Workshops used:
-Fluid Tab Grids for Blog section on Home page
-Stacked List Cards on Services page
Throughout this project build I learnt that "less is more". I always start out wanting to include a lot of cool features, but I am reminded to ask: what is the purpose, and will it hinder the user's experience?
13
What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
Don't be afraid to try and get messy. Use the amazing community to your advantage. If you're struggling to understand a concept—practice is key. This can come in the form a concept project for your portfolio if you don't have a client. Keep going and it will get easier and you will get quicker!
14
What is your dream website project?
An e-commerce site for a brand in the beauty space that requires high-quality, elevated packaging and brand photos.
Danielle Alling
Brand & Website Designer
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks
Danielle Alling
Salt Lake City, UT, USA
Brand & Website Designer
Services
Squarespace Design and Dev, Brand Design, Design and Strategy Intensives, Website Tweaks
Course Taken
Standout Squarespace
01
Hi! My name is Danielle Alling and I’m a Brand & Website Designer based in Salt Lake City, UT.
02
Outside work you will often find me backpacking or rafting far off in the backcountry. Practicing and studying yoga. Swooning over fonts. Taking on a new gardening project.(VIEW)
03
But on a typical workday, I am usually looking through swatches, design books, and other inspo. Getting in my creativity zone with a new project. Swooning over fonts. :) Sitting on the floor. (VIEW)
04
My day usually starts with meditation and movement… and coffee. My morning rituals are important to keep me grounded and energized throughout the day.
05
Most of the time I am working on a new branding project, or supporting clients as they grow their brand into all the touchpoints.
“Distinctive, deeply grounded visuals that make your people *feel something.*
Behind every brand there’s a story – and behind every story there’s a person with passion, purpose, and heart. By leveraging the power of design, your unique story can be told in a way that resonates with your community and inspires them to *feel.*”
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What are your first memories of the Internet?
Making my first Geocities website, which was all about my middle school love of ballet.
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What is the best part about the process of building websites for you?
Seeing the joy in my client’s faces when they realize their hard work has paid off, and their website really truly resonates with their work and with their people.
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What is your favorite stretch or pastime in between coding?
Handstands — seriously! Turning my world upside down (literally) does wonders to reset my mind and refresh my perspective.
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How would you describe your Standout Style in 2-3 words? Earthy. Subtle. Textured.
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Which Standout workshops do you find yourself incorporating most often on your website projects?
Mega Menu, Fluid Tabs
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What makes your work standout?
I’m a big fan of the subtleties of design. I love using grainy textures, muted colors, gorgeous fonts, and minimal yet skilled layouts to serve as an understated backdrop, letting the story speak the loudest.
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What are some of your proudest works you've worked on?
Sarah Fischer Yoga
Website →Sarah Fischer is a yoga teacher and life coach who was looking to bridge these two paths into one cohesive brand and website. Like all of my brand + web projects, we began with an in-depth Clarity phase to articulate her purpose, her ideal client, and really understand the things that make her approach distinctive. From there I designed a visual identity that is grounded yet vibrant, and showcases a touch of the mystical which she values so deeply. Sarah worked with a copywriter and photographer, and together we created a map for her website, ensuring we were serving the needs of her yoga clients, her coaching clients, and also showing how those two are complementary offerings. The result is a beautifully cohesive website where Sarah can offer easy access to her classes and retreats, simple ways to connect, clear invitations to mentorship for yoga teachers, on-demand access to yoga practices, and so much more.
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What are the biggest takeaways from the Standout programs?
I’m grateful to have been taught ways to amplify my coding ability and make my designs come to life in interactive, exciting ways. I’ve always loved being a brand designer, but the skills I’ve learned in Standout have allowed me to take what I’ve designed and put a website together that not only tells a unique story, but is crafted with intention and strategy, so it can be beautiful *and* effective.
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What is your dream website project?
I’d love to create a comprehensive brand and website for a holistic retreat center.
