FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions.
Here are some of the most common questions I receive from business owners looking to build or redesign a website.
01
How much does web design cost in 2025?
The cost of a website depends on factors like the number of pages, project scope, timeline, features, and complexity.
At Edwards Design, we offer two main options:
Template-Based Websites start at $2,000 for a clean, efficient site built on a trusted Squarespace template — ideal for new or smaller businesses needing a polished site quickly.
Custom Websites start from $3,500, tailored to your unique goals with fully bespoke design, features, and integrations. More complex projects can exceed $10,000 depending on scope.
If you’re unsure which option suits your needs, get in touch. We’ll discuss your vision and provide a no-obligation quote to help you decide.
02
How much experience does Edwards Design have with Squarespace websites?
Edwards Design, run by Alex Edwards (founder) is Adelaide’s leading Squarespace website design & management studio. This is not just a fancy title—it’s backed by over 120+ clients in 33 industries and 4 countries who have trusted us to design, build and manage their Squarespace websites.
What makes Edwards Design different is that we exclusively work with Squarespace for every single client project. We don’t use Shopify, WordPress, Webflow, Framer or Wix.
By specialising in Squarespace websites, we understand the platform better than our own reflections—from the smallest intricacies and unknown features, to advanced tricks of the trade that DIY-ers and other web designers simply do not know.
03
How long will it take for you to build my new website?
Most website design projects follow a streamlined 2–4 week process, ensuring efficiency without compromising quality. The process is broken into three key phases:
01. Preparation
We’ll start with a creative brief to understand your goals and gather all the essentials — content, branding, and domain access. I’ll also curate a selection of styles to guide the design direction. Once everything’s ready, we’ll lock in your project start date.
02. Build & Review
Your website is built using either a curated template or a fully custom layout, depending on your package. You’ll receive a video walkthrough of the first draft for review and feedback to ensure we’re on the right track.
03. Refine & Launch
Your feedback is applied, the final adjustments are made, and the site is prepared for launch. You’ll also receive a personalised video walkthrough so you can confidently manage your new website going forward.
*Note: Projects with additional scope (more pages, advanced features, etc.) will be quoted with a custom timeline.
04
What will I need to organise or provide for my website design project?
To ensure your project starts on time and runs smoothly, we recommend organising branding, copywriting and imagery ahead of time (typically 2 weeks prior to your design start date).
If you choose to hire Edwards Design to build your website, you'll need to provide your brand assets (logo, favicon, colour palette, fonts, etc.), as well as any copywriting (words), photos and videos you'd like on your website. All photos & content must be uploaded prior to your design start date to avoid delays.
It’s also worth purchasing your domain and professional email before your design start date. GoDaddy is our most trusted domain provider, so if you’re needing to purchase your domain, we recommend starting there.
05
Why is Squarespace such a good choice for my company’s website?
Squarespace is one of the most popular choices for websites in 2024, due to its flexibility, responsiveness, and user-friendliness.
Millions of businesses and professionals use Squarespace on a daily basis to run and manage their websites, and the platform is only getting better over time. It’s designed to be a user-friendly platform for website design & management, packed with useful features to ensure your site looks amazing and functions beautifully on all devices—giving your customers a professional brand experience.
Plus, with Squarespace's robust SSL security, your site stays professional and safe for visitors.
06
Will I be able to manage & update my website myself?
Absolutely! One of the biggest benefits of using Squarespace for your website is that it’s specifically built with business owners in mind. Unlike most other website platforms (cough—WordPress—cough), Squarespace doesn’t rely on regular backups, updating plugins, etc.
Plus, once your site is live, you’ll receive a complimentary 30-minute personalised website video training, showing you how to navigate, update and manage your website. This means you’ll have more control over your site, right from the start.
07
I thought Squarespace was just templates, so why do I need a Squarespace web designer?
A common misconception is that Squarespace is just a template builder. Whilst there are some decent templates for you to use, they’re not built with your customer or business in mind. This means that whilst they look attractive, they’re not effective.
Hiring a Squarespace web designer means your website will be specifically built around your business and customers, ensuring your website is laid out purposefully and strategically. This makes it easy for customers to find the information they need, and to get in touch to work with or buy from you.
A professional Squarespace designer will also ensure your website looks professional, modern and visually-engaging, all whilst saving you the time and effort of figuring it out yourself and risking vital errors that can end up costing you more money in the long run. Plus, good designers can add some all-important flair to your site, so you can show up confidently and stand out!
Ready to learn more? Let’s chat about your website plan.
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