Web Design Built for Performance, Security, and Growth.
We design and build custom WordPress websites that load fast, rank well, and scale with your business — without bloated themes or fragile page builders.
We are Your WordPress Website Design Experts
Your business website should be an asset, not a source of frustration. We design and build websites with a long term focus on performance, stability, and clarity from the very beginning.
Proven WordPress Experience
22+ years of WordPress design experience focused on stability, scalability, & real-world business use; so your website works today and continues to work and scale as your business grows.
WordPress-First Approach
We specialize exclusively in WordPress web design and development; not as a side offering, but as our core platform and primary expertise, allowing us to deliver well-structured, reliable websites built for real-world use.
Performance-Driven Builds
Fast load times, clean builds, & modern best practices baked in from day one to deliver reliable performance & a strong technical foundation.
Unbeatable Support
When you need help, you get clear, direct answers from people who know your website; without hand-offs, delays, or guesswork.
Built-In WordPress Security
Security best practices built into every WordPress site from the start to protect your website, your data, and your reputation.
Companies We’ve Worked With
Our Process
Our Web Design Process
A well-built WordPress website doesn’t happen by accident. Our process is structured, collaborative, and focused on creating a website that performs reliably today and scales with your business over time.
Privatenode developed my website a few months ago. I didn’t need advertising but I certainly got it! Not sure how they do it. But I rank in top 10 searches regularly.
Justin Hensen, Hensen GrandScapes
A Thoughtful, Proven Process
Discovery & Planning
We start by understanding your business, your goals, and how your website needs to function in the real world. This includes reviewing content, technical requirements, and any existing challenges to ensure we’re building with purpose—not assumptions.
Website Design & Structure
We design clean, intentional layouts that prioritize clarity, usability, and content hierarchy. Every design decision supports performance, accessibility, and ease of future updates within WordPress.
WordPress Development
Your site is built using modern WordPress best practices, with clean code, thoughtful plugin selection, and performance in mind. The result is a stable, maintainable website that’s easy to manage and ready to grow.
Testing & Refinement
Before launch, we thoroughly test your site across devices and browsers, fine-tuning performance, usability, and functionality to ensure everything works as expected.
Launch & Ongoing Support
After launch, we remain available to support your website through updates, improvements, and ongoing maintenance—so your WordPress site continues to perform reliably over time.
Our entire team, most importantly, our customers, are thrilled with the improved speed and user experience.
Jim Tenbrink
Vice President of Sales, Encoris
Our Process
Why We Build on WordPress
WordPress is the foundation we use to build fast, flexible and secure websites that support real business growth—today and long term.
True Ownership and Platform Independence
WordPress is open-source and vendor-neutral. You own your website, your data, and your hosting—without being tied to a proprietary platform. That freedom gives your business room to grow without unnecessary constraints.
More than Just Publishing
WordPress isn’t just for publishing content. It can manage leads, form submissions, user accounts, gated resources, and structured data—acting as a central platform for many day-to-day business operations.
Built to Integrate, Not Replace Your Tools
WordPress works alongside the tools you already use. It integrates seamlessly with email marketing platforms, booking systems, payment processors, and enterprise CRMs like HubSpot or Salesforce.
Enterprise-Grade Security
WordPress is highly secure when it’s properly configured and maintained. We harden every site, use vetted plugins, and deploy on managed infrastructure built for performance and reliability.
Designed to Scale as Your Business Grows
From small business websites to enterprise platforms, WordPress scales with your needs. As your business evolves, your site can expand to support memberships, e-commerce, automation, and custom functionality—without starting over from scratch.
Easy to Manage, Professionally Built
We build with modern WordPress tools that make content updates straightforward and intuitive. You stay in control of your site, while we handle the technical architecture behind the scenes.
Still have questions?
Not sure if WordPress is right for your business? Let’s have a chat!
Web Design Pricing
Clear, straightforward pricing for professional WordPress website design. Choose from fast-launch, template-based, or fully custom solutions — each built for performance, scalability, and long-term value.
Custom Website Design
$8,000 +
Purpose-driven web design for businesses that want a site built entirely around their brand.
Custom WordPress theme
Up to 40 custom pages
Two Custom Post Types
Three landing page templates
Integrated weblog
Premium stock photography
SEO-ready, performance-focused build
Optional managed hosting
Best for: Established businesses, complex content needs, and long-term growth.
Rapid Website Design
$100
/mo
+ $2,500 setup fee
A fast, professional website with ongoing support and hosting included.
Customized WordPress theme
Up to 10 custom pages
One landing page template
Integrated weblog
Premium stock photography
SEO-ready, performance-focused build
Managed hosting included
Best for: Businesses that want to launch quickly and stay supported without managing infrastructure.
Template Based Design
$4,000
Scale, thrive, and achieve unparalleled success with website features designed for expansion
Customized WordPress theme
Up to 20 custom pages
One Custom Post Type
Two landing page templates
Integrated weblog
Premium stock photography
SEO-ready, performance-focused build
Optional managed hosting
Best for: Small businesses that want a polished site with controlled scope and budget.
Our Work
Recent Web Design Projects
We partner with organizations to design and build websites that clearly reflect their brand, support their goals, and deliver measurable results online.
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Holly Springs Chamber of Commerce
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Local Time Brewing
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Piedmont Heavy Civil
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Hensen Grandscapes
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Encoris
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A-1 House Inspectors
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Triangle Social Media
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Concierge Boutique Travel
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Briefcase Coach
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Sasser Law Firm
How We Approach Web Design
We don’t just build websites — we create durable, well-structured digital experiences. Every project is developed using modern HTML5, CSS3, and the WordPress site editor to ensure clean code, flexibility, and long-term maintainability. The result is a fast, mobile-responsive website that looks professional and performs reliably.
Our WordPress web design services are structured to accommodate a range of budgets without compromising quality. At Privatenode, we believe every organization deserves a professional, effective online presence built to last.
Testimonials
What our Clients Say About Us.
We take pride in building long-term relationships with the businesses we support. Here’s how clients describe their experience partnering with Privatenode.
Greg and his team worked professionally and swiftly to accomplish our needs and business goals. They created a website that was just as beautiful as it was functional. They really understood the user journey for current Little Dreamers families and those looking for a preschool to call home.
Terri O’Laughlin
Privatenode took our website design from just “ok” to absolute next level awesome. The new website has it all; aesthetics, functionality, blazing fast speed, and “page one” organic search results. Greg and Stephen were on top of everything from the moment I reached out.
David Morris
Working with Greg & Stephen was a great experience. Always communicating and quick responses. Made the transition to our new website seamless.
Sallie Hunt
Common Questions about Web Design
Let us partner with you on your digital journey, crafting a website that truly represents your brand and propels your mission forward.
We work with a wide range of businesses, including service providers, professional firms, nonprofits, and growing organizations that rely on their website to support real business goals. Our approach is flexible and strategy-driven, allowing us to adapt the design and structure to your industry, audience, and growth plans.
Our process is structured, collaborative, and focused on outcomes. We begin with discovery and strategy, move through design and development, and finish with testing and launch. Throughout the project, you’ll have clear milestones, opportunities for feedback, and full visibility into progress.
The cost of a custom WordPress website depends on the size, functionality, and complexity of the project. Most clients invest in a professionally built site that balances performance, design, and long-term usability. We provide transparent proposals so you understand exactly what’s included before work begins.
We focus on building websites that are fast, secure, easy to manage, and aligned with long-term business needs—not just visual design. Our work emphasizes performance, stability, and clarity, with an approach shaped by decades of real-world web experience rather than trends or templates.
Yes. Every website we build follows SEO best practices at the technical and structural level, including clean code, mobile responsiveness, fast load times, and proper content hierarchy. This creates a strong foundation for ongoing SEO efforts and improved visibility in search results.
We do both. Many clients come to us with an existing website that needs improvement rather than a full replacement. We can evaluate your current site and recommend whether a redesign, rebuild, or targeted improvements will best support your goals.
Yes. All of our websites are built to be manageable without technical expertise. You’ll be able to update content, add pages, and make routine changes easily. We also provide guidance to ensure you feel confident managing your site going forward.
After launch, we offer ongoing support through managed hosting, maintenance, updates, and security monitoring. This allows your website to remain stable, secure, and up to date, while you stay focused on running your business instead of managing technical details.
Frequently asked questions
Looking for clarification or still have a question? Please reach out and we’ll answer it!