Traditional Websites

Sites built in xhtml and css hosted on shared-servers

Since 1997 I've been building custom html, xhtml, css-driven websites which are hosted on shared-server hosting plans. These are sites which require html editing software and ftp access to maintain. An intermediate-level knowledge of html and how websites work is required for working with these sites. I can handle maintenance and periodic updates on an as-needed basis for you or I can train you or your staff to work on the site using the industry standard tool of Dreamweaver.

Pros:

  • If you already have inexpensive website hosting this type of site can be loaded onto an existing plan, keeping your hosting costs the same.
  • Because the code is simple xhtml & css, these sites are 100% portable and can be loaded onto any hosting provider.

Cons:

  • Unless you have a knowledge of website development and the necessary software, these sites are not user editable (although I can configure them so that parts such as the blog are).
  • There is no ongoing code development. Once your site is built it remains the same until you actively request upgrades & updates. 

If a traditional site is what you're looking for I have some great techniques for putting them together and I'm always updating my toolbox with new features and design ideas. I offer my own 100% custom-built layouts, xhtml template customization and Wordpress template implementations & customization. I do not offer Drupal or Joomla sites but I can assist with some tasks and I can recommend local specialists. Contact me with details about your project and I can provide a free evaluation.

Samples of Traditional Websites

Small Businesses

Carlson Tax Service - Professional Tax Prep
Conceptions Children's Resale - Quality clothing, toys and gear
Deep Story Works - Digital Sotrytelling
Diego Grey - Rockin' San Diego with hits like "Barbados"
Hair Play Salon - Stop in and see Tara
Moon River Pictures - Where Imagination Becomes Reel
Padre Janitorial Service - Reliable Janitorial Services for over 40 years
RISE Interpreting - ASL interpreting services
Spring Valley Automotive - Custom classic auto repairs & upgrades

Nonprofits

A Future Without War - The fundamental steps for ending war
NCHS Class of '59 - Class Reunion
North Park Planning Committee - Working for the future of North Park
Sun and Moon Vision Productions - Documentary filmmakers
The Center Advocacy Project - Advocating for LGBT civil rights>

Sports, Fitness, and Travel

Changing Woman Cafe and Tours, Canyon De Chelly - Navajo tours and great espresso!
Bodies By Bill - Targeted personal training for results

Artists & Arts Organizations

Exodus in Art - The Richly Mythical Paintings of La Jolla Artist Kathliene Sundt
Judy Stinton - Instructor, Artist, Master Seamstress and Color Consultant
Lynx Performance Theatre - REAL cutting edge theatre Nina Karavasiles - knee nah care a vasa less: artist
Public Address - San Diego Public Artists Unite! Ron Garrison - Adventure Photographer
Stettner Gallery - Welcome to the virtual sculpture gallery of Eva Stettner
To Boldly Knit - Master Knitter Collen Davis
Wandering Eye Photography - The Ever-Growing Collections of Toni Narins

Software Related Companies

CUTEK - Software & consulting for credit unions
Eatman Consulting - Technical writing services

Counseling & Therapy

Dr. Lisa Longworth - Artist & Counselor
Let's Heal - Counseling by Anne Marie LaBelle
Marian Richetta - Marriage and Family Therapist
Psychotherapy for the Artist - Private practice of Al Germani
San Diego Psychoanalyst - Dr. Gina Taffi, Ph.D.
Unlock Your Heart - Counselling and art by Janie Davis

Pricing

Hosting
is the monthly cost of the site, you can think of it as the rent you pay to the website hosting company. Shared-server hosting (with companies like Blue Host) is usually around $8 per month with domain names costing about $15 per year.

Implementation
is the cost of creating or customizing your site layout, adding your content, and showing you how to use it. Costs vary based upon your needs. I am happy to meet with you and make a plan for getting your site up and running quickly.

Ongoing maintenance
and support is available at my hourly rate on an as-needed basis.

Need a User-Editable Site?
No worries, I specialize in sites that you can easily maintain yourself. They require no special knowledge or software and can be updated from any computer.
See my Do-It-Yourself Sites page for more info and samples.