The Design Hutch

Modern websites that help local businesses look trusted and win enquiries.

I work directly with South Manchester and Cheshire businesses to audit outdated sites, redesign the customer journey, launch the new website, and support it after go-live.

Free website reviewDesign + build to launchMaintenance after launch

Services

Premium services designed for local-business growth.

Clear scope, practical delivery, and modern web capability without clutter or agency overhead.

Brochure Websites

High-trust brochure sites that make your business look established and credible immediately.

Best for

Local businesses that rely on first impressions and direct enquiries.

Need a combination of services? I can scope a custom plan around your business stage and goals.

Discuss Your Project

Portfolio

Proof that the work reaches launch.

A closer look at how the design, build, and launch support come together for a real local business.

Double Double Good website desktop homepage screenshot

Homepage screenshot

doubledoublegood.co.uk

Double Double Good

A clean, mobile-aware website for an independent music emporium, built to make stock, opening details, and shop credibility easier to understand at a glance.

The challenge

The business needed migrating from a legacy PHP Wordpress site to a modernised, enticing website that customers could reliably check before visiting.

The solution

The site presents the shop clearly across desktop and mobile, with a focused homepage, direct navigation, practical contact routes, and visual detail that reflects the business without adding friction.

Outcomes

  • Clearer first impression for new customers
  • Reduced monthly infra spend from legacy PHP website by 50%
  • Live website with direct routes to shop information and contact

Timeline

Brochure website launch

  1. AprilDesign consultation
  2. AprilDevelopment work
  3. MayDeployment
Website designResponsive buildLaunch support

Client feedback

Ben at The Design Hutch was fantastic. Initially came with a few design ideas which we refined and decided on. He then took it away and redesigned the website, checking in on key decisions along the way. It felt like my website was in good hands. Finally, we came together for an exciting release of the new website.
Double Double Good
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Process

Simple, transparent steps from first call to launch.

The process is built to reduce uncertainty and keep momentum. You always know what happens next and why.

01

Free Consultation

We clarify your goals, audience, and what your website needs to improve first.

You get practical direction before committing to a build.

02

Design Approval

You review a tailored design direction aligned to your brand and conversion goals.

No payment is due until this direction is approved.

03

Build & Launch

I develop the site for speed, SEO, and a smooth journey from landing to enquiry.

Everything is tested for mobile performance and clarity.

04

Support

Post-launch support is available for updates, hosting help, and growth improvements.

You keep a direct line to the same person after launch.

FAQ

Answers that remove hesitation before you enquire.

If you are comparing options, these are the practical questions most owners ask before moving forward.

Pricing depends on scope, features, and content readiness. After the free consultation, you receive a clear proposal with no vague pricing and no payment until the design direction is approved.

Still deciding?

Get a no-pressure consultation.

You can ask anything about scope, timing, budget, or technical setup before committing.

About

Founder-led delivery with direct accountability.

Minimal layers, clear communication, and practical decisions designed to move your business forward.

Clear, practical advice without technical jargon.

Design and build quality focused on real business outcomes.

Personal accountability and support beyond launch.

Collaborative decisions at each key milestone.

Transparent updates from first call to release.

Ben Hutchinson, founder of The Design Hutch

Founder + Developer

Ben Hutchinson

The Design Hutch is intentionally founder-led. You work directly with the person planning, designing, and building your site from first call to launch.

Years coding

5+

Agency handoffs

0

Point of contact

1

Founder-led delivery

You speak directly with the person planning, designing, and building your website.

One point of contact

No agency handoffs, account managers, or confusing chains of responsibility.

Launch and maintenance support

I can stay involved after launch for updates, hosting help, and practical improvements.

Contact

Book a free website consultation

Start with a practical review of what your current site needs to improve before committing to a redesign.

Consultation Options

What the free consultation includes.

Use Calendly if you want to talk first. Prefer async? Email or use the form and I will respond with practical next steps.

Current-site review

Mobile and SEO friction notes

Priority roadmap

Rough scope and timeline

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