Web Design & Development
Beautiful, functional websites with meaning behind every pixel
You’re doing meaningful work; your website should reflect that. I combine strategy, storytelling, and tech to build custom Shopify and Squarespace sites for entrepreneurs making an impact.
Custom Website Builds
Stand out online.
I guide you through a strategic process to design a site that is accessible, mobile-friendly, and designed to convert.
Includes:
Strategic layout, user flow, blog/shop setup, and training videos so you can manage it yourself.
Platforms:
Squarespace (for service providers/portfolios) & Shopify (for serious e-commerce).
Dedicated Web Day
Instant Momentum.
Stop waiting for "someday." Let’s spend one day together and move your website from the to-do list to the finish line.
Other ways to partner
Contract & consulting work
senior-level creative support for agencies and mission-aligned teams to bridge the gap.
Brand Care Program
A monthly design retainer that gives you direct access to expert ongoing support after your launch.
A home for every kind of impact
I’ve had the honor of designing for a vast range of industries, from local neighborhood shops to global advocates. While their missions vary, they all share a commitment to doing good work.
Squarespace:
For Service-Based Visionaries
The Creatives:
Authors, speakers, photographers, and artists.
The Caretakers:
Therapists, mental health professionals, and doulas.
The Guides:
Career coaches, leadership trainers, and virtual assistants.
The Builders:
Commercial contractors and sport court specialists.
The Earth-First:
Regenerative farms and eco-conscious businesses.
Shopify:
For Purpose-Driven Commerce
Independent Shops:
Online and brick-and-mortar stores ready to scale sustainably.
Conscious Brands:
Sustainable product designers and vintage curators.
Artists & Makers:
Turning creative talent into a thriving storefront.
Recent projects
Laptop displaying a website for Nurturing Melodies, a music therapy service, on a white desk with a potted plant with purple flowers and a closed book beside it.
Laptop displaying a desert landscape with mountains and tennis courts on green surface, with a green wall and decorative pottery in the background.
A laptop on a wooden desk displaying a website with an introduction to Sunshower Ink, an indie writing and publishing label by Diana Nguyen Donnelly, featuring a woman with dark hair smiling and standing against a yellow circle background.
Pink gradient background with bold purple text that says "Valley Pickleball" and smaller paragraph text about launching a pickleball gear and retail store.
A promotional poster for tennis courts, featuring a woman playing tennis on a colorful court at sunset or sunrise, with a cartoon palm tree and mountain landscape in the background, and text inviting people to get a new or resurfaced court and play when open.
A desert landscape with a dirt road, dry bushes, utility poles, and a blue sky with some clouds. Overlaid is a quote by Toni Morrison about flooding and water.
Screenshot of a website page titled 'Projects' for Capital Building Services. The page features images of commercial building projects, including a gym, a restaurant interior with yellow booths, and a hotel or office building with palm trees.
Homepage of Capital Building Services featuring construction site background with text 'Build with Capital' and information about their services in the Coachella Valley.
Website homepage showcasing Coachella Valley Orthotics and Prosthetics, with a photo of a modern medical rehab room featuring exercise equipment, large windows, and a wall-mounted television.
A person carrying crates of produce in an agricultural setting with palm trees and a sunset.
A woman and man embracing each other in a desert setting with flowers, smiling and happy.
A promotional banner for a bestselling author, speaker, and entrepreneur. The banner features a photo of her smiling with her hand on her chin, and includes logos of media outlets and magazines such as NBC, Women's Health, and Desert Sun.
Book cover titled 'Soul Dive', featuring a woman with long hair hugging herself, displayed with a 'Buy Now' button beneath and a description about the memoir sharing her story of resilience and triumph.
Screenshot of a travel webpage featuring a resort with a large swimming pool, sun loungers with umbrellas, and surrounding buildings, along with smaller images of the reception and landscape.
Screenshot of the Mighty Kind website with colorful magazine covers featuring diverse illustrations and stories, emphasizing anti-bias education.
Website for 'The Station' in Joshua Tree, California, featuring people, vintage cars, a small building, and decorative signage and banners.
Website homepage supporting Joshua Tree National Park Association, featuring a rocky landscape with a sunset sky.
A boutique clothing store interior with dresses on display, including pink and peach gowns, framed mirror, and clothing racks, viewed through a website on a tablet screen.
Graphic for HWY 62 Open Studio Art Tours in October 2021, showing dates and times, with illustrations of a bird and a snake.
A product advertisement for Mojave Myst, a molecular spray deodorant, featuring a spray bottle, its box and coconut slices, with a 20% first purchase discount badge.
Kind words from great people
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I always shied away from having a website however when it came time, I knew exactly what I wanted it to look like and therefore knew I’d be a somewhat demanding client for a Web Designer. Working with Lisa was an absolute pleasure. Combining distinctive artistry with deep technical skill, she brought the vision to life with elegance and precision. Lisa met and respected all my preconceived expectations and wishes, as well as more I hadn’t even considered. Her patience, professionalism, and warm, accommodating nature made every step of the process feel effortless and collaborative.
Steuart Gold
Somatic Psychotherapist -
"Lisa is lovely to work with. She is very organized and communicative. I always knew were things stood with our project and she was willing to investigate creative solutions and implement them while still managing expectations. I'd happily hire Lisa again. She is knowledgeable and talented!"
Nadine Fonseca
Co-Founder and CEO
Mighty Kind Magazine -
"Working with Lisa Burford was a pleasure for me. Lisa helped me understand exactly what I wanted and how I wanted it to be executed. She has wonderful taste and a comprehensive understanding for the seller and buyer interface experience. I would certainly work with Lisa again, she really took the time to make sure I could fully operate my website. She makes it easy!"
Nicky Delgado
Owner
The Fine Art of Design
Ready to cross "website" off your list?
You focus on the mission. I’ll handle the pixels. Let’s co-create a site that reflects your values, serves your audience, and supports your growth for the long haul, so you can get back to doing the work you love.