We create websites and apps that are fully customized, scalable, easy to manage, and have a creative twist.
Everything we build for you at Design in DC is made with the future in mind. We are a boutique agency with a global and local mindset. Our core mission is to business’ digital footprint across the web, using an array of mediums, techniques, and technologies.
We bring a fresh approach to human-centered design and content that best highlights our clients’ offerings.
We’re focused on you, which means we will feel like an extension of your team.
We’re creative and driven – the work we build for you becomes a part of our own portfolio, after all. Therefore, we painstakingly check and recheck every deliverable. Our talented team is our greatest value proposition. We place a great deal of importance in project management, in addition to design and development.
What Do We Deliver?
Human-centered design and technical quality assurance at the heart of our process allowing us to deliver truly valuable work.
A flexible, highly skilled and diverse team to work side-by-side with our clients on a daily basis.
Close collaboration that develops empathy and a real understanding around a client’s business challenges.
Our Services
Website Development
Website Design
UI / UX Design
Web App Development
WordPress Website Design & Development
Photography & Videography
How Do We Deliver?
Your team is made up of people who are tailored to the project’s needs.
By understanding your needs and reducing the risks associated with a project and challenging assumptions.
You're treated as members of the team, making decisions with us on a daily basis through every step of the process.
Through a culture of innovation through design, technology and process.
Our design and development teams will make sure deadlines are met thanks to our project management expertise
Min project size
$10,000+
Hourly rate
$150 - $199 / hr
Employees
10 - 49
Locations
Washington, DC
Year founded
Founded 2016
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Washington , DC
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Pricing Snapshot
Min. project size
$10,000+
Avg. hourly rate
$150 - $199
/hr
Rating for cost
4.8
/5
What Clients Have Said
Design In DC offers competitive pricing for a range of services, typically between $5,000 to $40,000 per project. Clients appreciate the value for cost, citing quality work, effective communication, and adaptability. Overall, they are seen as a good investment for businesses seeking comprehensive web solutions.
Beyond web development, Design In DC offers a wide range of services, including branding, SEO, and digital marketing. Clients appreciate their ability to provide comprehensive solutions tailored to various business requirements.
Expertise in Website Design and Development
Clients commend Design In DC for their expertise in website design and development. They deliver high-quality, visually appealing, and functional websites that meet client expectations, often enhancing online presence and improving user experience.
Consistent Communication and Problem Solving
Design In DC is praised for maintaining consistent communication with clients, addressing needs promptly, and demonstrating a solution-oriented approach. Clients appreciate their responsiveness and ability to solve issues efficiently, contributing to a smooth project experience.
Impressive Customer Service and Support
Design In DC's customer service and ongoing support are highly regarded. Clients appreciate their willingness to assist with post-launch adjustments and provide guidance, ensuring continued satisfaction and success.
Strong Project Management Skills
Design In DC is noted for their effective project management, adhering to timelines and keeping clients informed. Their structured approach and organization are frequently highlighted as strengths, ensuring projects stay on track and meet deadlines.
Challenges with Budget Management
Some clients have noted challenges with budget management, including costs exceeding initial projections. Improved financial oversight and clearer budget forecasts could enhance client satisfaction and project alignment.
"They’re probably some of the best people I’ve worked with."
Jun 11, 2021
Founder, The Marvelous Mrs Dog Walker, LLC
Sherry Burke
Verified
Other industries
Washington, District of Columbia
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
After getting a design that didn’t work for them, a pet platform hired Design In DC to build a WordPress website from scratch. They designed and developed the site, setting up the e-commerce store as well.
Internal stakeholders were very happy with the new, eye-catching look and user-friendly design for the website. Design In DC was a supportive, attentive, and responsive partner. They led an excellent project management, keeping constant communication and providing great customer service.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
My company is The Marvelous Mrs Dog Walker. It’s a cat and dog website to talk about different healthy and practical tips for pet parents for them to implement in their pets’ lives.
I also have a store on my site that promotes recycled clothing for people and other types of healthy, organic items for their dogs. One of them is the marvelous dog box, which is my eco-friendly box with recycled toys and vegan treats.
Additionally, pet parents can find helpful casual training tips to do at home instead of actual dog training.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Design In DC?
I was going for a specific type of look, and the design that the previous firm had done didn’t work. It seemed very childlike and didn’t look like a professional website.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
Design In DC built my WordPress website from scratch. At the beginning, we had several calls before I actually selected them. We had an online meeting where they showed me their work and explained their process. After that, I signed the contract, and they started to work.
Design In DC went through every step of the process. They asked me different questions about the websites that I liked, the message I wanted to get across, my personality, and more. They drafted the different look and feel for each page, and then they built them.
The biggest part of the process was setting up the store because it required a lot more detail. We had to make sure it followed the GDPR, and we had to set up shipment, and more. It was the most time-consuming part of development.
Also, I sent them photos of the different things I needed to show for my blog post or products for the store, and they included some animation. The illustrator made an animation of my previous dog fetching a ball or eating out of a bowl, and they included it on the website.
What is the team composition?
Ziad (CEO) handled the process to make sure everything was going according to the timeline. I believe the other owner did a lot of technical stuff in the back. I had a main point of contact for the design element, and she handled any additions or updates on the content or design. There was another team member, but it was a while back.
How did you come to work with Design In DC?
I didn’t like anything about the previous design, so I googled website designers in DC and reached out to different firms. Even though Design In DC was over my budget, I felt they were the best fit because we’d had a great conversation and they seemed to have the outside-of-the-box thinking that I was looking for. Other competitors weren’t very creative, and it felt like they were reading from a script.
I chose Design In DC because they were the best option in the long term. They talked to me like a normal person and didn't try to persuade me to hire them or push anything down my throat.
How much have you invested with them?
We spent $10,500.
What is the status of this engagement?
We worked with them November 2020–June 2021.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
I measured just based on the look and the design aspect of it. I think the website looks cool and is very eye-catching, and that’s some of the feedback that I’ve received from other people I work with. It’s very fresh and user-friendly.
How did Design In DC perform from a project management standpoint?
Everything was done 100% on point. Design In DC never questioned or gave me a hard time about anything. They did whatever I wanted and were very easy to work with.
As far as the timeline, it was delayed on my end because my parents passed away from COVID-19. That took off a whole month, but otherwise, the timeline would’ve been fine.
We also had a third-party problem with the shipping. We had a painful experience trying to communicate with UPS; it took forever to get them to respond. That was the other delay.
We communicated probably 3–4 times a week using Slack.
What did you find most impressive about them?
They were very kind, supportive, attentive, and quick in response. They communicated very well, and their customer service was top-notch.
Also, they knew exactly what they were doing. They were knowledgeable in all the tech stuff that goes behind the scenes, and they were very detailed.
In general, they’re probably some of the best people I’ve worked with.
Are there any areas they could improve?
I really don’t know what they could improve.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Don’t let the price tag scare you. Quality matters, and when you buy cheap, you get cheap — just like with dog toys, and that’s how you get stuffing all over the floor.
Furthermore, make good notes and write down what you’re looking for. If you provide the information that they asked for in a timely manner, that’s basically all you need to do. Also, don’t make it all about you and don’t go in with an attitude. Understand that you’ve to work together, otherwise it won’t be a good fit.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
WordPress Web Design & Dev for Software Company
Web Development
Confidential
May 2020 - Jan. 2021
3.5
Quality
4.5
Schedule
2.5
Cost
3.0
Willing to Refer
4.0
“Their creativity and graphic design skills really stood out.”
Feb 23, 2021
President, Software Company
Anonymous
Verified
Other industries
Greenwich, Connecticut
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Design In DC helped a file transfer software firm redesign their website. They contributed content and graphics, including cartoon-like illustrations, to the WordPress site.
Replacing an existing site that lacked usability and was not aesthetically pleasing, the new site represents the client’s business in a professional manner. Design in DC impressed during the engagement and may come back to help with SEO efforts. They were patient and flexible.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the owner of a company that manufactures, sells, and supports managed file transfer software to insurance agencies. We work mainly with financial institutions throughout the United States.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Design In DC?
They reviewed and redesigned our website from the ground up.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
After we accepted their proposal and agreed upon scope, we began implementing the project plan for creating a new WordPress site. The individual pieces of the redesign included content, graphics, and more to achieve our high-level objectives.
I’d never designed a website before, but they were willing to take the project slow and explain the process to me. They provided a wireframe, and we made some modifications in conjunction with their recommendations. I didn’t want to use stock photos, so they created light, cartoon-type illustrations to populate the site.
They worked to make the site clean, straightforward, and effective at conveying that the company has been a pioneer in the managed file transfer space for 25 years. Their team provided content and designs that reflected those goals.
What is the team composition?
I personally worked with about five people, including the owner, designers, and a project manager.
How did you come to work with Design In DC?
I was looking for a company to redesign the site for some time before finding their team. We started by looking at local organizations. I didn’t find the skills and qualities needed through that process, so I expanded my search. When I came across their site, there was a high level of graphic design quality and detail in their work. Their work was different and interesting, so I reached out.
What is the status of this engagement?
We worked with them from May 2020–January 2021.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
We haven’t seen an increase in visitors, but they’ve proposed a marketing effort to increase SEO and promote the new site. I’m reviewing their proposal now to figure out how they might be able to help us leverage the newly-released website to grow our company.
The pre-existing site was awful and hadn’t been modified in several years. There was no effort previously in making the site more usable and appealing, and there haven’t been any new efforts since because their work addressed all of our concerns with the site. The new site is professional and we’re pleased with it.
How did Design In DC perform from a project management standpoint?
We communicated several times each week at the start of the engagement. Once they started implementing the project plan, we may not have communicated for a couple of weeks at a time. When we moved into production, we met about once per week. They introduced us to Slack, and we used Asana to manage the project. Unfortunately, we didn’t use Asana as effectively as we could have. We barely ever referred to it, and when we did, there were due dates missing and outdated tasks. That tool wasn’t used to the best of its ability.
They’re a patient, flexible team that’s willing to do whatever needs to be done to get the project to a good place. We enjoyed working with them.
What did you find most impressive about them?
Their creativity and graphic design skills really stood out. The graphics made our company look beautiful. The content was strong as well, but our industry required a very specific B2B understanding. They had never worked on a managed file transfer solutions site before, so they did a great job with content.
Are there any areas they could improve?
A stronger project management touchpoint may have been helpful. They’d directly send us deliverables, but it may have been useful to have a run-through of the solutions they were delivering. They did a great job otherwise.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Know your objectives and communicate them clearly. Design In DC can only work with the information you provide. Be clear with your preferences and support on their proposed design directions. Feel free to push back in areas that seem like they won’t work for you. That will help you get a product that meets all your needs.
RATINGS
3.5
Quality
4.5
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
2.5
On time / deadlines
Cost
3.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
4.0
NPS
Web Development & Design for Sports Performance Company
Web DesignWeb Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Sep. 2020 - Feb. 2021
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“They provided a level of service that was easily beyond their cost.”
Feb 22, 2021
CEO, Reflexion
Matt Campagna
Verified
Other industries
Lancaster, Pennsylvania
11-50 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Design In DC revamped a sports performance company’s website, converting it from HTML to WordPress and overhauling the design. They handled content creation, wireframing, site mapping, and testing.
Design In DC delivered a functional, user-friendly website with a premium look that has driven many more leads. The friendly and professional team facilitated high-touch communication through Slack and Figma. Their ability to deliver a quality product set them apart, as did their price point.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the owner of Reflexion, a sports cognition training company. We train athletes on visual cognitive processes like peripheral vision, depth perception, complex reaction time, spatial memory, and other core visual skills that they need to use every day in order to perform. My company trains athletes on these skills through a series of drills that leverage Lightboard-based touchscreen products.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Design In DC?
We launched a new product and really needed to upgrade our site so that we could tell our story in a simple and clear way. Also, our site was entirely HTML, and we wanted to move to a platform that would allow our marketing personnel to make edits and update the site.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
Design In DC redesigned and redeveloped our site from the bottom up. We started the project with a brainstorming session so that Design In DC could understand our company and what pain points we had with our existing site.
Then, we moved into basic content and site architecture/mapping. They created wireframes, which turned into hi-fi animations and mock-ups. That eventually became a fully functional frontend mock-up. They also added a WordPress backend so that our marketing team can easily make content changes to the site. Finally, they did testing and rollout.
What is the team composition?
We worked with 5–10 people from Design In DC. We mostly communicated with a project manager, but we occasionally spoke with developers and designers.
How did you come to work with Design In DC?
We did web research and looked at several different companies. Design In DC has the best portfolio and the most straightforward process. They also had a competitive price point.
How much have you invested with them?
We spent a little over $10,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
This project went from mid-September 2020 until the first week of February 2021.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
We have seen a large increase in our lead-to-opportunity conversion, which means that we’re seeing much higher leads. The site is great, and we’re very happy with it — it’s very well tested and meets all of our needs. It also has a premium look.
How did Design In DC perform from a project management standpoint?
I’d give them an 8–9/10. The engagement was very high-touch. There were periods when they’d go off and work for a week, but for the most part, we communicated every day. We had an integrated Slack channel to communicate, and we also used Figma. They were pretty responsive and provided updates via Slack. However, it would’ve been more transparent to have a project management tool like Asana or AirTable.
What did you find most impressive about them?
Design In DC made a solid deliverable. At the end of the day, they delivered, and that’s what is important.
Are there any areas they could improve?
I told them that if they integrated a project management tool, their process would be a bit smoother. However, overall, they did a really great job.
Any advice for potential customers?
We used a lot of the same tools that they did, so I think that made it easier for us. However, if you’re not using Slack or Figma, I’d definitely recommend becoming comfortable with them. They’re great tools.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
"The website works great, and we’ve seen improvements in our marketing."
Schedule
4.0
On time / deadlines
"They slipped on some deadlines, but I think that’s to be expected in a creative process."
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"They provided a level of service that was easily beyond their cost."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
"They provided a great product and a good price. They were friendly, professional, and easy to work with.
Web Dev for Meal Delivery Company
Web Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Aug. 2020 - Jan. 2021
4.5
Quality
4.5
Schedule
3.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
4.0
"They quickly understood the sales flow that was necessary for our style of service."
Feb 5, 2021
Owner, Traveling Tiffin Co.
Ian Grigg
Verified
Other industries
Chantilly, Virginia
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
A meal delivery company hired Design In DC for their web development services. Their aim was to increase sales and collate food production and delivery information in a single platform.
Since launching the site, the client quickly experienced a hike in sales garnering a 100% sales increase. Feedback from external stakeholders has been generally positive. The team was able to quickly adapt to the sales process and used their versatile services to deliver a great website.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am the owner of an Indian meal delivery service for the DMV area. We produce and distribute composed fully cooked Indian meals.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire Design In DC, and what were your goals?
We hired Design in DC to develop a website for us that matches our unique ordering process and creates a smooth transaction process for our clients. Our goal was to increase sale conversion and compile all information for our production and deliveries in one place.
SOLUTION
How did you select Design In DC and what were the deciding factors?
We were quoted within the budget we were looking for and liked the fact that they were a local DC based firm that was in our area.
Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.
We had an initial kick off meeting to go over the general work flow of our business and discussed features and the ordering process that would best fit our service offerings. From there we went over design elements where we were provided mock-up visuals from the design team. Eventually we settled on a style and were then provided the wireframes for the ordering process as well as back end features such as delivery and production exports.
How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?
We had a project manager for the main point of contact on the project as well as a lead developer that we worked most closely with. We also had two designers that we worked closer with in the initial phases of the website.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?
Launching the site provided a fairly immediate increase in sales, around 20% the first week and nearly 100% increase by the 3rd week when compared to a running average pre web launch. Feedback has been mostly positive from our client base.
Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timelines.
We mostly communicated over Slack on a daily basis with the occasional meeting over Google Meet for more in depth conversations in a group setting. Figma was used for all wire frame and design mockups where comments could be left on our side and picked up by the team.
What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?
They quickly understood the sales flow that was necessary for our style of service and were able to create a fairly low barrier to making a sale. They also have a wide array of services available including photography connections and various marketing campaigns. We've made use of the photography and are looking forward to these other potential services down the line.
Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?
Communication began to fall off as the launch date grew closer. A few quoted launch dates came and went with not much notice for why and when a new launch date may be set. Some elements discussed were glanced over and needed to be reminded. We discussed this with the team and they were very apologetic however some features from even that conversation are still waiting even after pinging our project manager a second time.
RATINGS
4.5
"The product clearly made a very positive impact on our service and we continue to work with them in developing it further."
Quality
4.5
Service & Deliverables
"Mostly high quality with some very small features that are less noticeable to a client but more noticeable to us using the site daily."
Schedule
3.0
On time / deadlines
"While we love the work that this team delivered, the missing deadlines were an issue. If we were warned about this it would've not been a problem."
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"We in an initial meeting we were quoted around $20,000 for the project. After a noting that was our upper limit, our formal quote was noteably less."
Willing to Refer
4.0
NPS
"I would definitely recommend that they check out Design in DC but explore some other options. I still have some reservations due to communication.
Website Redesign for IT Services Company
Web Design
$10,000 to $49,999
June 2020 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"Other design companies should take notes from Design in DC."
Jan 14, 2021
Marketing & Communications Manager, IT Company
Anonymous
Other industries
Reston, Virginia
51-200 Employees
Online Review
An IT services provider partnered with Design in DC in order to provide a complete redesign of their website.
While the data collection is not yet complete, the company has seen significant improvements in their session duration as well as a drop in their bounce rate. The website is trending positively and the company is pleased with the work that the Design in DC team provided for them.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.
We are an IT services provider to government and commercial agencies, located in Reston VA. I am the Marketing and Communications Manager.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire Design In DC?
We wanted a complete redesign of our website, which had not been updated in several years.
What were your goals for this project?
Streamlined navigation
Ease in updating on the back end
A more modern look with customization.
SOLUTION
How did you select Design In DC?
Design in DC has an impressive portfolio, their prices are competitive, they answered all of our preliminary questions quickly, and in depth.
Describe the project in detail.
Our teams worked collaboratively to create a vision for the new website, and from there built the site from the foundational wireframes, up to an interactive testing environment. The team made sure we were completely happy with the final look prior to launch. We had a lot of questions along the way but Rob and Isabelle were always available.
What was the team composition?
Our main points of contact were with our Project Manager, Isabelle. Towards the end of the project, we also had a lot of communication with Rob, Creative Lead for our project.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
At this point in time, the data is still coming in, but we've seen huge jumps in our session durations, and our bounce rate has plummeted. Despite being so close to the launch date, we've seen some really positive trends and we're very pleased!
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
Very effective. The tools they use ensure regular communications and everything is very collaborative. Other design companies should take notes from Design in DC.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
Hard to choose. They made it very easy to communicate, see design updates, voice any change requests - this project was a breeze, which when thinking of other website redesign projects I've been on, is very impressive on its own!
Are there any areas for improvement?
None that come to mind.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
WordPress Web Design for Educational Health Nonprofit
Web Design
$10,000 to $49,999
Oct. 2018 - June 2020
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
4.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
“Whenever there was an issue, it was resolved within 24 hours.”
Oct 1, 2020
Founder, Bubble CPAP Institute
Dr. Mohamed Mohamed
Verified
Other industries
Fairfax, Virginia
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Design In DC developed a WordPress website for an educational platform. The platform includes lectures and presentations. They also reserved the domain and referred the client to a hosting company.
The site recently launched and is performing well; the client is pleased with the result. Design In DC worked closely with their partner to push the project forward. They were also very responsive and were able to make changes when requested.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the founder of the Bubble CPAP Institute, an educational web platform with the aim of sharing information and know-how to healthcare practitioners that take care of neonates and young infants, especially those with respiratory distress and compromise.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Design In DC?
They helped me create the website.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
Design In DC developed a WordPress site that features video lectures and presentations about the Bubble CPAP intervention.
We started with an agreement on what would be done and the different phases we’d go through. One of their web designers established a relationship with me after that, and he led most of the process. We had several sessions to talk about the overall layout and how the videos and presentations would load.
I wrote the content and defined the main layout of each page, and they created an initial design based on that. We had two or three back and forth discussions finetuning the layout, colors, and fonts. We tried to make the website as interactive as possible.
Later on, my team provided Design In DC the text for each of the pages, and they uploaded that to a mock website. We provided them with all the video lectures and presentations toward the end. Then they put everything together and uploaded it to the website after our approval.
After that, they helped me reserve a domain and create a contract with the hosting company. We tested the site for a couple of weeks, trying to identify all the glitches make adjustments. Finally, we were able to launch the site after that.
What is the team composition?
I worked with a sales and communication person in the beginning, and with a web designer and a developer after that.
How did you come to work with Design In DC?
My assistant searched online and reviewed three companies. Design In DC looked like they could fulfill my needs the best. They had the media production capabilities I’d need in a later phase, along with web design and support.
How much have you invested with them?
As of now, the cost is almost $20,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
We signed the contract in October 2018, and we finished the work in June 2020.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
We just launched the site, but we’re starting to see responses. We had a few thousand hits in August 2020. We’re getting questions, feedback, and requests for scientific contributions from people.
How did Design In DC perform from a project management standpoint?
They were responsive to all my needs, and any changes I requested were implemented in a timely fashion. Whenever there was an issue, it was resolved within 24 hours. They made changes to the site to bring it to what I envisioned.
We communicated through email, WhatsApp, and Slack. At the peak of the project, the communication was daily, and we just had weekly or monthly updates mid-project, when I was working on content. The project took almost a year to finish, mostly because of the content preparation on my end.
What did you find most impressive about them?
They really knew what they were doing and were very responsive. Design In DC worked with me, trying to push things forward despite the lag from my team’s end. I’m very satisfied with their service.
Are there any areas they could improve?
I was looking for a kind of maintenance contract, and their offer was kind of expensive for a nonprofit that operates off of donations. This may be what they’re used to from working with more commercial and corporate clients. They should consider implementing different offerings, to accommodate educational and nonprofit organizations.
Do you have any advice for future clients of theirs?
Design In DC is very aggressive, and they aim to finish projects on a well-structured time schedule. Anyone looking to work with them needs to allocate enough time for the initial design, be clear about their expectations, and have the content ready on time.
With us, Design In DC wanted to finish the whole thing in three months. This was back in early-2019, and it never happened that way because we had trouble delivering content, which they then needed to play with from a visual point of view.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
4.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Website Design for Employment Company
Web Development
$10,000 to $49,999
Feb. - June 2020
4.5
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"Project management was great."
Jun 16, 2020
Employee, Employment Company
Anonymous
Verified
Financial services
United Kingdom
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
Design In DC supplied website design services. Their team was tasked with modernizing the website and updating the hosting. Their team redesigned the site to make it more navigable.
Design In DC successfully launched the website. Their team improved the site's design and implemented many new tools. The project management was effective; communication was constant throughout the project. The professionalism and expertise were great.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.
We are an international employment company which offers solutions to clients who desire to work globally.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire Design In DC?
Hired Design In DC to develop a new modern website for Stipenda.
What were your goals for this project?
We wanted to use this website as the basis to our new marketing plan. We desired a website which was inviting, easy to navigate for all parties and contained all relevant detail without it appearing too overwhelming,
SOLUTION
How did you select this vendor?
We found Design In DC after posting on the upwork portal.
Describe the project and the services they provided in detail.
I liaised in great depth initially with Rob who was extremely helpful. He took on board all my aspirations for the new website, and inputted with his expertise. We agreed on the ideal outlook to the new website, a fresh modern look for Stipenda. Throughout the process, we were kept up to date with progress and this was passed onto Isabelle who was very knowledgeable and helpful also. They worked on their own initiative a lot, and have worked very hard to meet all of the visions that I had for the website- all the while giving their expertise. After the launch of the website, they offered us support on other aspects; i.e hosting, marketing which was another plus.
What was the team composition?
We mainly dealt with two people, Rob and Isabelle who were great, and constant throughout. Isabelle took over on the tech side when the actual development had started. She was the person we would communicate with mainly on the ongoing situation. She was always available to provide an update.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
Can you share any information that demonstrates the impact that this project has had on your business?
We have only just launched the website last week. So the impact isn't noticeable yet. But in addition to providing Stipenda with this website, they have implemented a number of integration tools which will make our working life a lot easier.
How was project management arranged and how effective was it?
Project management was great. Control was taken, and I was kept in the loop the whole time. When we did re-connect for meeting, the Google meet was a great way to touch base and see development.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
Nothing was an issue. Their professionalism was great, and Design In DC were a pleasure to work with. Thank you Rob and Isabelle.
Are there any areas for improvement?
Only one minimal area, and that was the transfer of information from colleagues. I felt I may have repeated myself a couple of times. But besides that, no issues at all.
RATINGS
4.5
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
4.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Branding & Mobile App Logo Design for Tech Company
Other Design
$10,000 to $49,999
Feb. - May 2020
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They understood and took action on my ideas and feedback."
Jun 3, 2020
Managing Partner, Tech Company
Caleb Skinner
Verified
Other industries
Arizona, United States
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Design In DC provided branding services to support the launch of mobile apps in the App Store and Google Play for a tech company. They conducted research to develop the logos, which were designed iteratively.
Generating positive feedback, Design In DC delivered several modern and distinct logos that successfully represented the products’ vision. Despite external circumstances, they produced impressive deliverables on time. They provided tools that fostered transparent and effective collaboration.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m a managing partner of a tech company.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Design In DC?
We needed an external team to design logos and help with our branding.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
I provided Design In DC with direction, so it was collaborative. Their team gathered information and then presented a series of brands and logos that I reviewed. We looked at logos together and I picked the products that I liked. We repeated this cycle until I narrowed the logos down to five.
They produced the final icons as .png files, which they sent as a zip file. Their team sized the files per the requirements of different stores such as the App Store and Google Play.
What is the team composition?
I worked primarily with two people from Design In DC.
How did you come to work with Design In DC?
I submitted a proposal to a job board and received 20–25 responses. I liked that Design In DC was established. I believed that their team would be around in the future to provide consistency, which was important to me. When we looked at their website, they had a great brand presence. Their team touched on the area I needed, namely icon logos and branding. When I spoke with them, they provided the highest degree of satisfaction.
How much have you invested with them?
We spent roughly $10,000 on their services.
What is the status of this engagement?
We worked together between February– May 2020.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
We recently finished the project. I’m about to publish the apps in the App Store and Google Play. I didn’t expect to like more than 1–2 of their designs, but I liked 4 of them.
I showed the logos to friends and associates. The feedback was positive and different people liked different options.
Their team produced a spectacular product. The brand reflected my goals without overwhelming them. I wanted a clean and functional design; a minimalistic approach that communicated its uniqueness without being distracting. I couldn’t be happier with the results.
How did Design In DC perform from a project management standpoint?
Despite COVID-19, they delivered on time. We used a tool to schedule meetings, which made the process easy. We communicated via Google Voice, which we used to share screens. I used the platform to show their team designs I liked and wanted them to translate into the brand. Design In DC did wonderfully.
What did you find most impressive about them?
The collaboration was great. They understood and took action on my ideas and feedback. They also understood the difference between images. For example, the different requirements for images on a t-shirt versus on a much larger scale.
Are there any areas they could improve?
No, not really.
RATINGS
5.0
"It was great."
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
"They were clear in the contract regarding ownership of the brand, which is an issue with companies sometimes."
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
"Their price was very reasonable for the deliverable given."
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
Website Dev & Design for Picture & Film Rental Company
Web Design
Less than $10,000
Apr. 2017 - Ongoing
4.5
Quality
4.5
Schedule
5.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
4.5
“They were the perfect team for the project and what I needed at the time.”
Jun 1, 2020
CEO & Founder, Picture & Film Equipment Rental Company
Anonymous
Verified
Arts, entertainment & music
Fairfax, Virginia
1-10 Employees
Phone Interview
Verified
Design in DC redesigned and developed a website for a photography equipment rental. They improved navigation, freshened up the look, and built a new shopping cart.
Feedback on the site has been great. Design in DC delivered a well-functioning and easy-to-navigate platform. The team is professional and they delivered everything in a reasonable amount of time. They were great partners and were easy to work with.
A Clutch analyst personally interviewed this
client over the phone. Below is an edited
transcript.
BACKGROUND
Introduce your business and what you do there.
I’m the owner and founder of a film equipment rental company.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
What challenge were you trying to address with Design in DC?
They redesigned and rebuilt the website.
SOLUTION
What was the scope of their involvement?
They used a very common platform to develop it. There was a lot of back and forth with mockups and things. We didn’t stray too far from my original site. Structurally, it was very similar as well. We messed around with the page and they came up with some better functionality and navigation. We freshened up the look, and the biggest change was building a cart. Users can put what they’re interested in renting into the cart.
What is the team composition?
We worked with Ziad (Co-Founder) and a developer.
How did you come to work with Design in DC?
Ziad used our services a couple of times. I think he asked me if I was interested in joining forces because our website was looking a little tired. I had been thinking about redesigning the site, so when they reached out, it was perfect.
They were very hungry for our business. It was a good fit because Ziad has a foot in this industry and he understands more than other web design companies. I liked that they were young; I thought it would help with the price and make it more affordable.
How much have you invested with them?
In total, we spent about $7,000. The original contract was about $5,500, and then we began working on other things and spent another $2,000.
What is the status of this engagement?
We started working together in about April 2017 and we’re still working with them.
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?
General feedback has been great; a lot of people love the site. Customers have told us that it’s easy to navigate. We still get some random feedback that it looks good and functions well. I thought they were great too.
How did Design in DC perform from a project management standpoint?
It took a little longer than I thought it would, but there is the right process. They were very responsive and easy to work with. In hindsight, the project went smoothly and they completed it relatively quickly. I just didn’t know the process beforehand.
They were very professional, and if I started going outside the scope of the project, they refocused the project. They did a good job.
What did you find most impressive about them?
They were professional and timely. The price was also extremely reasonable. They were the perfect team for the project and what I needed at the time.
Are there any areas they could improve?
I can’t think of anything.
Do you have any advice for potential customers?
Get all of your questions ahead of time. I didn’t know a lot going into the project, and I learned a lot going through this process with them. Rather than seeing how it’s going to go, just engage in conversations to figure out what you don’t know.
RATINGS
4.5
Quality
4.5
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
5.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
4.5
NPS
Marketing Assets & Website Dev for Recruiting Company
Other Design
$10,000 to $49,999
Dec. 2019 - Ongoing
5.0
Quality
5.0
Schedule
4.0
Cost
5.0
Willing to Refer
5.0
"They took our direction and feedback from the first iteration and made our site something truly special."
May 19, 2020
Marketing Consultant, TalentUnify
Kim Herman
Verified
Other industries
Indianapolis, Indiana
1-10 Employees
Online Review
Verified
In an ongoing collaboration, Design In DC was hired to help a recruiting company create a company logo and color scheme, proposal template, PowerPoint template, marketing slicks, and website.
Although the client has yet to launch, Design In DC's workflow with the client's team is outstanding. They exceeded the client's expectations with the website they put together. The team listened to feedback well and applied it to their work and design.
The client submitted this review online.
BACKGROUND
Please describe your company and your position there.
I am the Marketing Consultant for TalentUnify. TalentUnify is a professional recruiting and consulting firm that specializes in connecting, engaging, and unifying high-growth companies with top talent across industries and the United States. TalentUnify does this by building lasting partnerships and providing 360° engagement experience for both employers and future employees.
OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE
For what projects/services did your company hire Design In DC?
We hired Design in D.C. to help create the following items: Company logo & color scheme, proposal template, PowerPoint template, marketing slicks, and website.
What were your goals for this project?
Our goal with these projects was to create all of the initial marketing materials a start-up company needs to establish a brand identity and begin to bring awareness to potential clients and candidates.
SOLUTION
How did you select this vendor?
I selected Design in D.C. after researching and interviewing several potential partners I found via Google and through my network. I selected Design in DC. because they had the ability and talent to execute not only on design items like the logo and marketing slicks, but also build the website from start to finish, manage SEO, produce videos, etc. It was evident that Design inD.C. and TalentUnify could establish a long-term working relationship.
Describe the project in detail.
After we selected Design in D.C., we immediately started focusing on creating the logo. Because there was strong sense of urgency around this project, I provided Design in D.C. a handful of different concepts. Design in D.C. made those concepts come to life, and after 3 -5 rounds of revision we unanimously selected our company logo! Once we selected the logo, we moved forward with the portal template, PowerPoint template, and marketing slicks. For these projects, the TalentUnify team provided all of the content and initial format/layout direction - Design in D.C. executed these beautifully and efficiently! The website project followed a similar suite to all of our other tasks: TalentUnify provided all content, offered layout/format suggestions, and sent examples. Design in D.C. Brough out vision to life!
What was the team composition?
Initially, we worked with Robert only. As our list of projects grew, Isabelle started project managing. I'm sure there were plenty of other people behind the scenes making every thing happen!
RESULTS & FEEDBACK
Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?
I cannot share any outcomes from the projects that demonstrate progress or success because we have not officially launched TalentUnify.
How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?
The workflow between Design in D.C.'s team and our team has been outstanding.
What did you find most impressive about this company?
I was blown away by the website they put together. I have been a part of several website redesigns that always left me feeling "meh." I was completely amazed and in awe after I saw the second revision of the website - it was everything we wanted and more! They took our direction and feedback from the first iteration and made our site something truly special.
Are there any areas for improvement?
No, there are no areas for improvement at this time.
RATINGS
5.0
Quality
5.0
Service & Deliverables
Schedule
4.0
On time / deadlines
Cost
5.0
Value / within estimates
Willing to Refer
5.0
NPS
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Locations (1)
1101 Connecticut Ave NW Suite 450 #94Washington, DC,
United States20036
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