Award-winning web designer in Harrogate • why choose me
I'm Andrew Backhouse, a freelance web designer and typography consultant working with businesses across North Yorkshire. I bring 10+ years freelance experience to every project - with none of the delays you get from a larger agency.
Professional Body
Full Member, Chartered Society of Designers (MCSD)
Recognition
Top 3 website designers, Three Best Rated 2019-2026
Award
Best Use of Digital 2024, The Stray Ferret
What you get
What working with me looks like
Typography that reads properly
I focus on how type choices affect the way people read and interact with digital products.
Accessibility by default
I combine clear language, straightforward layouts and design to reach more users.
Local knowledge, direct contact
I have lived and worked in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, helping businesses, since the '90s.
SEO built in, not bolted on
I'll make your website SEO Friendly - giving it a chance of being found.
The Process
How a project runs
01
Discovery call
We will jump on a phone call and hammer out what you want a website for - no hard sell, here.
02
Design and build
The building of the site can take four weeks but I have been known to complete a site in a week.
03
Launch and handover
If you want me to run your site for you, or you want to be trained up - let me know.
From clients