Dazze Studio

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Co-Founder of APOC Store

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are an online marketplace for independent artists and designers. 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Dazze Studio to accomplish?

• Newsletter Design

SOLUTION

How did you find Dazze Studio?

Online Search

Why did you select Dazze Studio over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from Dazze Studio were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Newsletter Template Design & Development
A comprehensive Design System – a collection of reusable components, guided by clear standards, that can be assembled to build any number of Email designs
Supplied in interactive proofing weblink
Master template built in Mailchimp Klaviyo with drag-and-drop modules
Additional Note: we'll include the Immersion Session and Strategy Session within this price

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Design Consistency & Branding: Brand Alignment
Template Reusability
Readability & Accessibility: Mobile Responsiveness 
Text Readability 
User Interaction & Flow : Visual Hierarchy 
CTA Visibility

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

We had an excellent experience working with Dazzaw. They communicated clearly throughout the entire process, ensuring that every design element aligned perfectly with our brand vision. Their attention to detail was impressive, and they delivered high-quality work quickly and efficiently.

Not only was the final newsletter design visually stunning, but it was also well-structured, mobile-friendly, and optimized for engagement. They were receptive to feedback and made adjustments seamlessly, making the entire collaboration smooth and enjoyable.

I highly recommend them to anyone looking for professional, beautifully executed, and timely design work!

What was your primary form of communication with Dazze Studio?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They were always quick to communicate, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. Any edits or adjustments were handled promptly, showing not just speed but also great attention to detail.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Dazze Studio could have done differently?

none

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Tour Photographer, Assignment Editor of Soundstage Photography LLC

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We photograph top tier concerts across the U.S, and review the performances.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Dazze Studio to accomplish?

• To make the website visually stunning
• To make it user friendly, and as unique as possible
• To make it lightning fast, and secure against image theft

SOLUTION

How did you find Dazze Studio?

• Online Search
• Uncode website referral

Why did you select Dazze Studio over others?

Fast response to my inquiry

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

I had a pretty good website, but "landscape" orientation and portraiture required adjusting the date of publication in order to fit the images into different sized containers. Also, the theme permitted users to bypass the layout and view the images directly using the arrow keys. Moreover, Jamie caused me to discover the images were not uniform in size, causing the theme to expand images and lowering their quality. He also broke the homepage into several, causing the pages to load nearly instantly. He also, like a graphic artist, listened to my concerns, which I didn't always articulate well, yet understood them perfectly. You often need to be a mind reader in his line of work.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

All my needs weren't just met, they were exceeded, and at a fair price. Based in the UK didn't matter, as they communicated with me daily, clarifying my needs and providing suggestions. They provided a quote prior to any work being done, and kept to that quote. As promised, the website is absolutely stunning, responsive and secure.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

As mentioned earlier, Dazze responded to my initial inquiry within a couple of hours. They communicated with me daily. Never once did they say, "We can't do that." What my rep told me is that "99.9% of anything is possible, I just need to understand what you're trying to accomplish." And they backed it up.

What was your primary form of communication with Dazze Studio?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

I reached out to five providers who were listed on the UNCODE support forum. Two responded they'd get back to me. Dazze responded within maybe two hours, and immediately was ready to help, asked for specifics and responded with a quote within hours. That sealed the deal for me. The confidence exhibited by Dazze in my initial reply was easy to see. I believe they can truly do anything. I have music websites that I'll be revamping, and I've found the people to do them for me.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Dazze Studio could have done differently?

I am completely satisfied, and cannot think of even one instance where I felt that the company didn't understand what I was talking about. In a time when "customer service" seems to be dead, it's certaing NOT the case here. I'm excited to now revamp some of the content on my site.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am an executive of Christopher David Design LTD

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are an Architectural, Interior and Landscape Design Studio.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Dazze Studio to accomplish?

• Design a beautiful and clean website
• Design a functional website that showcases all our services
• Deliver a future proof site than we can build upon as we grow
• Design Rebrand

SOLUTION

How did you find Dazze Studio?

• Online Search
• Clutch Site

Why did you select Dazze Studio over others?

• High ratings
• Close to my geographic location
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Dazze Studio were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Design a beautiful site to house our portfolio of projects and create a site that represents our brand values and style. Jamie and his team created a clear design direction for our company. They assisted with finding our WHY and defining our values and voice. Create a new site that not only showcases our projects but our range of design services

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

An amazing website that we are exceptionally happy with. We couldn't be more happy with the result of the new site, the crisp and clean design is a direct reflection of us. Jamie (Founder & Creative Director) and his team have always been there to walk us through the design and development process. Answer any questions I have. Nothing is ever a problem and they've been exceptionally accommodating to us and our small team.

The personal approach really won us over and the clear direction they put us on. Jamie really cares about the design and takes great care in the work they produce. Everyone loves our new site and I'm sure we will continue using the team as much as we can in the future.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Superb, always to hand to answer any questions

What was your primary form of communication with Dazze Studio?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

The personal approach and the level of care taken at every stage

Are there any areas for improvement or something Dazze Studio could have done differently?

None at all - If you are thinking of creating a fresh new site and you are a creative brand or studio you need to use Dazze

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm owner and founder of The AlterationYard, a one stop retail business offering alteration and tailoring service.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Dazze Studio, and what were your goals?

Our website, was old fashioned and similar to our competitors as we are planning to extend business further, we have decided to revamp our website and also re-brand the company's logo. Of course the main challenge was to come out already established concept and introduce the new face to the business. We hired Dazze Studio on this journey to help us to re-brand and update website.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

Dazze was recommended by a colleague and after assessing their portfolio and comparing with other quotes we had, we decide to hire them for this project.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

Project started by a zoom meeting and after we agreed on scope of project, we communicated through Slack, project was run smoothly although I was slow in providing content for the website, Dazze team came up with alternative solution to help and speed up project.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

Web developer Jamie and his colleague Nika helped me all the way through the project.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

After launching new website, the web queries has increased and also as we integrated messaging system as well, we are also getting people contacting us through Whats'sApp.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

The project management and communications where none to second, they've replied to me less than a few hours and if there was concern, that would been resolved in less than 24 hours.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Listening to the customer feedbacks, rapid implementation of any changes, promptly respond and most the all very friendly, and I felt that I am doing business with friend rather than just someone through emails.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Dazze Studio not only meets my expectations but also exceeds way above what I had in mind.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

Quadrangle is an independent research and strategy business which helps clients create, use, and communicate insight to drive and inspire change. I am Director of Creative Services, Sales and Marketing.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Dazze Studio?

We were looking to refresh, relaunch and reinvigorate our online presence and build a website that would stand out in a busy marketplace. We wanted our site to be concise, beautifully crafted and with a wink towards 'Quadrangle wit'... … something you wouldn't expect from a professional services firm.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

We approached six design agencies with our initial thinking on content, design and structure and asked for their thoughts on how they could help us with our challenge. Dazze Studio got back to us quickly with questions on Notion and were positive about what we were trying to do. We liked their aim to 'break away from the eCommerce sameness by building original online experiences'. This resonated. They were also able to meet our timings and work within budget.

Describe the project in detail and walk through the stages of the project.

Dazze Studio proposed a stage-by-stage process from Discovery, Sitemap, Creative Direction and Photography to Website Design and Development. Before starting the project, we agreed preferred comms channels and Dazze reviewed our existing site using Google Analytics. Design work was prepared and shared in Figma and we had regular video calls to discuss and give feedback. A staging site was set up before launch so UX and content could be signed off.

How many resources from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

Two in total. Our main point of contact was Jamie, Dazze Studio Founder and Creative Director. We also met photographer Andy.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Our new site launch on 29 September so it's a little early to share any meaningful statistics on performance. It launched on time and on budget, however, which were both important project objectives. The initial response among staff and clients has been very positive.

How effective was the workflow between your team and theirs?

Jamie was responsive throughout the project and managed processes, billing and communications in a proactive and practical manner. He was clear about what he needed from us, and by when, to keep everything on schedule.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Quadrangle.com has been through major redesigns twice in the past 10 years. In Dazze Studio, they helped make the process more straightforward and hassle-free than ever. We were most impressed by their pragmatism. While other agencies may aim to be more experimental and conspicuously creative Dazze offers a workable, businesslike approach which delivers the goods.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Design projects run smoothest when all the important decisions regarding form and function are made by one person. In our case, there were more views and opinions involved than ideal, and this led to some differences. However, I don't think this compromised the end result in any way.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I'm the Founder and CEO of The Grey Parrots. TGP is the one-stop web solution provider from startups to brands.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Dazze Studio, and what were your goals?

We required responsive designs and functionality requirements for a variety of custom developments to our Marketplace plug-in. Dazze produced these designs for Desktop, Tablet and Mobile devices using Figma with detailed technical documentation. This helped us reach our goal to deliver a bespoke version of our plug-in.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

Dazze's client required advanced level of custom requirement, so they approached us directly as we are the author of WC Marketplace Plugin

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

This is basically a combined Project executed by both Dazze Ltd and The Grey Parrots. Dazze created the mockups for Desktop, Tablet and Mobile devices and detailed scope of work was prepared by Jamie. The detailed scope of work he prepared covered all minute customization request hence no expectation mismatch till date. This has really helped us worked together seamlessly for the last 1 year and client is very happy with the execution.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

Jamie (Founder and Creative Director Dazze Ltd) is our point of contact.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

Project is going very well and absolutely on track till date. Although it required an advanced level of customization and a high budget Project, the way Jamie presented all the designs and detailed scope, it's almost like a cake walk now.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

Must say their communication is the key factor for the success of this project. We maintain JIRA to track all custom request. For communication, Jamie is always available via Slack. We communicate on daily basis so that both the teams are on same page.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Jamie is very co-operative. The way he defines the scope of work and produces designs is very professional as a result it boosts execution too.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

None.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

We have had a brick and mortar store in London for 22 years, selling ladieswear and home accessories. We launched an e-commerce site 2 years ago. I founded the business together with my sister.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Dazze Studio, and what were your goals?

Our website was created 2 years ago and we wanted to have an external eye on it, from an efficiency and design perspective. We also wanted our newsletters analysed.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

We were recommended Dazze through a mutual contact. We chose them because we favour working with boutique companies. We appreciated the quick understanding of the brief and the quick response.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

We had a meeting to define the scope of work and agreed on the pages that needed reviewing. The timeframe was 5-7 to deliver the report, which was respected.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

We worked directly with the founder.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

The purpose of the report was to define next steps. Some we've been able to implement easily in house. The rest will be discussed further over the next 6 months. The audit pointed us in the right direction. The report was really clear, with examples to demonstrate the points and the right amount of information.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

Communication was simple and straightforward. We were not asked to use too many new tools which we would have found overwhelming and we are time poor. Jamie was responsive and easy to speak with. This is important to us as we have no tech knowledge.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

It's impressive to be given direct attention by a founder. The follow up with suggested fixes was also very good and clear explanations were given of all stages.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

They actually were more responsive and available than we were.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the Assistant Manager of Bentley & Skinner, responsible for the Marketing and Online part of the business. Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal Appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales, buy and sell the loveliest jewellery. The company was established in 1881.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Dazze Studio, and what were your goals?

Our website was designed over 10 years ago and had become outdated. Since we didn’t have in-house developers, we hired Dazze Studio to design and develop a new ecommerce website, in order to increase our traffic, make our website more SEO friendly and increase the online sales.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

We researched online for companies specializing in the field. I approached about twenty companies and it was Dazze Studio the one company whose approach made me feel confident.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

We had a few virtual meetings to discuss our objectives and the ideas that we wanted to include in our website. After that Dazze prepared some mock-ups and then after some further changes we decided to go ahead.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

The founder of the company: Jamie was our point of contact.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

The new website was launched just before Christmas. We have seen an increase in inquiries and so far we have positive feedback from our customers.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

We had an update almost on a daily basis and our communication was done either through emails or video calls.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

We're impressed with their respectful approach to our heritage and style.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

Nothing really important to report.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and your position there.

I am the director of my company. I design and produce shearling apparel.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

For what projects/services did your company hire Dazze Studio, and what were your goals?

My website was becoming very tired, and not communicative. It needed new life and energy, with a view to drive more traffic, resulting with an increase in sales. I was very impressed with Dazze Studio suggestions, and felt they were speaking in my 'language'.

SOLUTION

How did you select this vendor and what were the deciding factors?

This vendor was recommended by an associate, who had been very impressed with their projects. I liked their ideas, the planning stages and costs seemed very fair.

Describe the scope of work in detail, including the project steps, key deliverables, and technologies used.

We discussed the goals and objectives, and most importantly was the 'tone of voice'. Wireframes were designed, and layouts were presented. I wanted to continue with Shopify - content was updated, creating a landing page to capture new subscribers.

How many people from the vendor's team worked with you, and what were their positions?

I only worked with the Director.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

Can you share any measurable outcomes of the project or general feedback about the deliverables?

Already I've seen in my analytics, more traffic is coming to the site, but with my products, they are a luxury item, so customers need to invest time before making a purchase. We are about to launch a 'Newsletter' to existing database, and feel confident sales will transpire from this.

Describe their project management style, including communication tools and timeliness.

We communicate with Slack, and find this a great tool, as you can keep each segment separate, and easy to upload images and files. At times, I find it easier to have live calls to really get my point across and more importantly - have a brainstorming session.

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

I have been so impressed with how professional my website looks.

Are there any areas for improvement or something they could have done differently?

I am such a perfectionist, and layout, fonts and how areas on website look are so important to me. I wish this was an easier process. Feel it's quite time consuming going back and forth with images and text, although this is partly my downfall, as not up-to-date with creative software packages.