We build a completely bespoke website from the ground up, designed specifically for your brand, your goals, and your unique requirements. From strategic discovery to technical implementation, we deliver a complete solution.
Our Standard websites deliver excellent value and substantially outperform platform builders. However, when your business requires a genuinely distinctive online presence, the Advanced service provides capabilities that templated approaches cannot match.
Every element is designed and built specifically for your business. No templates, no compromises—just a unique digital presence that sets you apart.
Whether you need 5 pages or 50, we build exactly what your business requires. Architecture designed to grow efficiently as you expand.
CRM connections, booking systems, payment processing, or specialised tools—we build the integrations and features your business actually needs.
We begin with in-depth strategy sessions to understand your business objectives, target audience, and competitive landscape. Every design decision serves your goals.
Your website always stays online and continues to grow and develop alongside you.
Your website always stays online and continues to grow and develop alongside you.
Our approach combines modern technology with human creativity to deliver results that matter.
Our approach combines modern technology with human creativity to deliver results that matter.
We begin with in-depth strategy sessions to understand your business objectives, target audience, and competitive landscape. Every design decision serves your goals.
Our team handles content strategy, copywriting, and editing to ensure your messaging is clear, persuasive, and properly structured for maximum impact.
We implement Sanity CMS with an editing interface designed specifically for your content structure. Manage your content intuitively with full training included.
Rigorous testing and optimisation ensure fast loading and perfect responsiveness. Because we build from scratch, every element is optimised for your specific requirements.
Get a design that reflects your brand, engages your customers, and sets you apart from your competitors.
Get long-term support that adapts to your needs. We're here to help you succeed online, month after month.
Ailish · The Edinburgh Growth Co
I reached out to Zara and was instantly impressed by how kind, open, and transparent she was—especially when it came to pricing. There were no hidden costs, which was such a relief. The f…
I reached out to Zara and was instantly impressed by how kind, open, and transparent she was—especially when it came to pricing. There were no hidden costs, which was such a relief. The full site was live in about a week. That turnaround alone was insane.
Kate Latham · Greenhillock Glamping
Working with Purple Bird has been brilliant. Their innovative initial approach - sending us sample pages of what our website could look like - convinced us of their design credentials and…
Working with Purple Bird has been brilliant. Their innovative initial approach - sending us sample pages of what our website could look like - convinced us of their design credentials and professionalism. Once we were on board, they made the complex process of doing a complete website design as painless as possible, were quick to make the changes we requested and were endlessly patient with our project. I highly recommend Purple Bird!
Get answers to common questions about our website design and development services.
Our website design costs are designed to be accessible for businesses of all sizes. Our Digital Relaunch Package starts at just £195 deposit and £100 per month, making professional web design affordable without compromising on quality.
Unlike traditional web design agencies that charge £1,500-£5,000 upfront, we've restructured our pricing to remove the barrier to entry. This means you get a fully managed, bespoke website without the large initial investment.
For businesses needing more advanced features, our Standard package costs £795, whilst fully bespoke solutions can range from £5,000-£20,000. What sets us apart is that every package includes ongoing management, hosting, email accounts, and 99.9% uptime guarantee - things that agencies typically charge extra for.
We use modern development tools and static hosting technology to deliver enterprise-level websites at a fraction of traditional agency costs, passing those savings directly to you.
Website builders like Squarespace and Wix promise convenience, but they come with significant limitations that can hurt your business. Here's why a custom-built website from Purple Bird outperforms them:
Website builders use bloated templates that load slowly. Our static hosting approach means your website loads in under 2 seconds, improving user experience and search engine rankings. Slow websites lose 40% of visitors after just 3 seconds.
Squarespace and Wix have limited SEO capabilities. Their template-based structure makes it difficult to optimise for search engines. Our websites are built from the ground up with SEO best practices, giving you better visibility on Google.
Website builders struggle with traffic spikes. Our static hosting infrastructure can handle massive traffic loads without slowing down or crashing - essential if your business goes viral or runs successful ad campaigns.
Builders lock you into their templates. We create completely unique designs that match your brand perfectly, not a template that hundreds of other businesses use.
With builders, you're responsible for updates, security, and maintenance. We handle everything for you - updates, security patches, backups, and technical support are all included in our management service.
While builders seem cheaper initially, hidden costs add up (premium templates, apps, email hosting). Our transparent pricing includes everything you need.
Traditional web design agencies charge premium prices (£1,500-£20,000+) and often take months to deliver. Here's how we provide better value:
Agencies typically take 8-12 weeks. We can launch your website in 1-2 weeks using modern development tools and efficient processes, without compromising quality.
Agencies quote high upfront costs with hidden fees. Our pricing is clear and includes everything - hosting, email, management, and support. No surprise charges.
Many agencies use outdated methods. We deploy websites using static hosting and modern frameworks, resulting in faster, more secure, and more scalable websites.
Agencies often charge separately for maintenance and updates. Our management service includes regular updates, security monitoring, and technical support as standard.
We're based in West Lothian, Scotland, so you get personal service from a team that understands business needs. No offshore teams or communication barriers.
Our websites consistently outperform agency-built sites in speed, SEO rankings, and conversion rates. We measure success by your business growth, not just project completion.
Our website management service is comprehensive and designed to give you peace of mind. Here's exactly what's included:
Your website stays online. We use static hosting infrastructure that's more reliable than traditional hosting. Static sites have no databases to crash, no server overload issues, and can handle massive traffic spikes without performance degradation.
Every package includes business email accounts hosted on your domain (e.g., hello@yourbusiness.com). No need for separate email hosting services.
Unlike traditional hosting that can slow down or crash under load, our static hosting ensures your website is always available and can scale to handle any amount of traffic. This enterprise-level infrastructure is included, not an add-on.
We continuously monitor and update your website's security, protecting against vulnerabilities and threats. You don't need to worry about security patches or updates.
We provide a custom CMS tailored to your needs, allowing you to make simple content updates yourself while we handle the technical aspects.
Our team is available to help with any issues, questions, or changes you need. Quick response times and personal service.
Regular automated backups ensure your website can be restored quickly if needed.
We monitor your website's speed and performance, making optimisations as needed to ensure it stays fast and efficient.
All of this is included in our management service - no hidden costs or surprise charges.
Static hosting is a modern approach to website hosting that provides superior reliability and performance compared to traditional hosting. Here's how it works and why it benefits your business:
Unlike traditional websites that rely on databases and server-side processing, static websites are pre-built files (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) that are served directly to visitors. This eliminates the most common points of failure.
Static hosting infrastructure is distributed across multiple servers globally. If one server has an issue, traffic automatically routes to others. This redundancy means your website stays online even during server maintenance or unexpected problems.
Traditional hosting can crash when traffic spikes (like when your ad campaign goes viral). Static hosting can handle massive traffic loads without slowing down because there's no database to query or server processing required. Your website can scale from 10 visitors to 100,000 visitors instantly.
Without database queries or server processing, static websites load incredibly fast - typically under 2 seconds. This improves user experience and search engine rankings.
Static websites have a smaller attack surface. No databases to hack, no server-side vulnerabilities to exploit. Your website is more secure by default.
Traditional hosting costs increase with traffic. Static hosting costs remain consistent regardless of traffic volume, making it more cost-effective as your business grows.
Static hosting uses Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) to serve your website from servers closest to your visitors, reducing load times worldwide.
This enterprise-level infrastructure is included in all our packages, ensuring your website performs like those of major corporations, regardless of your business size.
We pride ourselves on fast turnaround times without compromising quality. Here's our typical timeline:
1-2 weeks from project start to launch. This includes design, development, content integration, and testing.
1-2 weeks, depending on content availability and complexity. Our streamlined process and modern tools allow for rapid development.
2-4 weeks for more complex requirements, custom features, or extensive content migration.
Unlike traditional agencies that take 8-12 weeks, we use modern development tools, efficient workflows, and static hosting deployment that eliminates lengthy server configuration. Our team works efficiently without cutting corners on quality.
Content preparation (photos, text, testimonials) and client feedback turnaround can impact timelines. We work closely with you to keep projects moving quickly.
Once your website is ready, we handle all technical aspects of going live - domain configuration, DNS setup, SSL certificates, and testing. You don't need technical knowledge; we manage everything.
Our goal is to get your professional website online quickly so you can start generating leads and growing your business.
Yes! Comprehensive ongoing support is included in all our packages. Here's what you get:
We keep your website's software, plugins, and dependencies up to date, ensuring security and optimal performance. You don't need to worry about technical maintenance.
Continuous monitoring for security threats, vulnerabilities, and potential issues. We proactively address problems before they affect your website.
Minor content changes, text updates, and image replacements are included. For larger changes, we can discuss project-based work.
Our Scottish team is available to help with any technical questions, issues, or changes you need. Quick response times and personal service.
We monitor your website's speed and performance, making ongoing optimisations to ensure it stays fast and efficient as your business grows.
Automated daily backups ensure your website can be restored quickly if needed. We maintain multiple backup points.
Business email accounts are included and managed. We handle email configuration, troubleshooting, and ensure reliable delivery.
24/7 monitoring ensures we're immediately aware if your website goes offline, allowing for rapid response and resolution.
Regular reports on your website's performance, traffic, and any updates we've made.
All of this is included in our management service - no hourly charges or surprise fees. You have a dedicated team managing your website so you can focus on running your business.
While website builders like Wix, Squarespace, and WordPress.com are popular, they're not always the best choice for serious businesses. Here's why a custom-built website from Purple Bird is superior:
We understand local market needs and business regulations, and can optimise for local search terms. Website builders use generic templates that don't account for regional differences.
A custom-built website looks more professional and trustworthy than a template-based site. First impressions matter, and a unique design sets you apart from competitors using the same templates.
We optimise your website for local search terms, helping you rank higher in local Google searches and appear in "near me" results. Website builders have limited local SEO capabilities.
Slow websites lose customers. Our static hosting approach ensures your website loads quickly, improving user experience and search rankings. Website builders often load slowly due to bloated templates.
As your business grows, website builders become limiting. Our custom websites can grow with your business, adding features and functionality as needed.
With builders, you're responsible for everything. We handle all technical aspects, updates, and maintenance, giving you time to focus on your business.
While builders seem cheaper initially, costs add up (premium plans, apps, email hosting). Our transparent pricing includes everything, often working out better value long-term.
Get personal support from a local team who understands your business, not generic help articles or overseas support.
For businesses serious about growth and professional online presence, a custom-built website provides better ROI than website builders.
Website costs vary significantly, and understanding what you're paying for is crucial. Here's a breakdown:
£10-£30/month seems cheap, but you're limited to templates, have ongoing monthly fees forever, limited customisation, and you're responsible for all maintenance. Hidden costs include premium templates, apps, and email hosting.
Free software, but you need hosting (£5-£20/month), themes (£30-£200), plugins, security, backups, and technical knowledge. Costs add up, and you're doing all the work yourself.
£1,500-£20,000+ upfront, plus ongoing hosting and maintenance fees. Often takes 8-12 weeks to launch, with additional charges for updates and changes.
£195 deposit + £100/month includes everything - custom design, development, hosting, email accounts, 99.9% uptime, ongoing management, security, updates, and support. No hidden costs.
Professional design, fast performance, SEO optimisation, mobile responsiveness, security, reliable hosting, email accounts, ongoing support, and peace of mind.
Our package provides enterprise-level infrastructure (static hosting, 99.9% uptime, scalable performance) typically costing £200-£500/month from other providers, plus the website itself. We bundle everything transparently.
A well-built website that generates leads and sales pays for itself. Cheap options often cost more long-term through lost opportunities, poor performance, and ongoing issues.
For 2025, expect to invest £100-£200/month for a professional, managed website solution that actually supports your business growth.
Yes! Professional business email accounts are included with all our website packages. Here's what you get:
Every package includes business email accounts on your domain (e.g., hello@yourbusiness.com, info@yourbusiness.com). The number of accounts depends on your package, and additional accounts can be added.
We configure your email accounts properly, ensuring reliable delivery and professional appearance. No more using personal Gmail or Yahoo addresses for business.
We handle the technical setup, configuration, and troubleshooting. You don't need technical knowledge - we manage everything for you.
Our email hosting ensures your business emails are delivered reliably, with proper SPF, DKIM, and DMARC records configured to prevent your emails from going to spam.
Access your email through webmail, mobile devices, or email clients like Outlook. We provide setup instructions and support.
Generous storage limits and professional features included. No need for separate email hosting services that charge extra.
If you have email issues or need help setting up email on your devices, our team is available to help.
Many website builders and agencies charge separately for email hosting (£3-£10 per account per month). We include it in our package, saving you money.
Having a professional email address that matches your website domain builds trust and credibility with customers. It's included because we believe it's essential for any business website.
Understanding the difference helps you make the right choice for your business:
- Template-based designs that hundreds of businesses use - Limited customisation within template constraints - Drag-and-drop interface, but limited flexibility - Monthly subscription fees forever - You're responsible for updates, security, and maintenance - Limited SEO capabilities - Performance depends on the builder's infrastructure - Can be slow and bloated - Difficult to migrate away from - Generic, template look
- Completely unique design tailored to your brand - Unlimited customisation - we build exactly what you need - Professional development by experienced designers and developers - Transparent pricing with everything included - We handle all updates, security, and maintenance - Built with SEO best practices from the ground up - Optimised for speed and performance - Static hosting for reliability and scalability - You own your website - easy to migrate if needed - Professional, unique appearance that stands out
- **Ownership**: With builders, you're renting. With custom design, you own your website. - **Performance**: Custom websites are faster and more reliable. - **SEO**: Custom websites rank better in search engines. - **Scalability**: Custom websites grow with your business. - **Support**: Personal support vs. generic help articles. - **Cost**: Builders seem cheaper but costs add up. Custom design provides better long-term value.
For businesses serious about growth, custom web design provides better ROI, performance, and professional appearance.
Improving your Google ranking (SEO) requires a comprehensive approach. Here's how we help:
We build your website with SEO best practices from the start - proper HTML structure, fast loading times, mobile responsiveness, and clean code that search engines can easily crawl and index.
We optimise every page for relevant keywords, including title tags, meta descriptions, headings, and content structure. This helps Google understand what your website is about.
We optimise for local search terms, ensuring you appear in "near me" searches and local business listings. This is crucial for businesses targeting local customers.
Quality, relevant content helps you rank higher. We can help develop content strategies that answer your customers' questions and target relevant search terms.
Google prioritises fast websites. Our static hosting approach ensures your website loads quickly, improving both user experience and search rankings.
Google uses mobile-first indexing, meaning your mobile site is what's ranked. Our websites are built mobile-first, ensuring optimal performance on all devices.
Secure websites (HTTPS) rank higher. We ensure your website is properly secured with SSL certificates.
SEO isn't a one-time task. We can provide ongoing SEO management, monitoring rankings, making optimisations, and adapting to algorithm changes.
We track your website's performance in search results and make data-driven improvements.
Unlike website builders with limited SEO capabilities, our custom-built websites are optimised for search engines from day one, giving you a significant advantage in Google rankings.
We proactively prevent issues and respond quickly if problems occur:
Our static hosting infrastructure is designed for maximum reliability. Static websites have fewer points of failure than traditional hosting, resulting in exceptional uptime.
We continuously monitor your website's availability and performance. If your website goes offline, we're immediately aware and can respond rapidly.
If an issue occurs, our team responds quickly to diagnose and resolve problems. You don't need technical knowledge - we handle everything.
Daily automated backups ensure we can quickly restore your website if needed. We maintain multiple backup points.
Regular updates, security patches, and performance optimisations prevent issues before they occur. We're proactive, not reactive.
Our static hosting approach eliminates many common causes of downtime - no database crashes, no server overload, no plugin conflicts. Your website is more stable by design.
Technical support is included in our management service. No hourly charges or surprise fees for fixing issues.
If maintenance is needed, we communicate clearly about what's happening and when. You're always informed.
We have established procedures for quickly restoring websites if issues occur, minimising downtime.
You can focus on your business knowing your website is professionally managed and monitored. Technical issues are our responsibility, not yours.
Our goal is to ensure your website stays online and performs well, so you never lose potential customers due to technical problems.
Can't find the answer you're looking for? Our team is here to help. Get in touch for a free consultation and we'll answer all your questions about website design and development.
