Custom Web Development

Custom-coded websites, built for performance.

Custom websites in Next.js and React for founders and teams who've outgrown templates. Maximum control, top-tier performance, and zero restrictions on design or functionality. One designer-developer, start to finish.

Lightning fast · Pixel-perfect · No platform limits

Why custom code

The case for custom code.

Custom code means your website is built from scratch in modern frameworks like Next.js and React — giving you the fastest possible performance, complete design freedom, and none of the restrictions themes and plugins impose.

Top performance

Your site ships only the code it needs — faster load times and higher Core Web Vitals than any template or builder can reach.

Total design freedom

No theme to fight, no layout you can't have. Every pixel, animation, and interaction is built exactly to your design.

No restrictions

Custom features, complex integrations, unique interactions — if you can imagine it, it can be built. No plugin limits, no platform walls.

Scales with you

A clean, modern codebase grows with your business — add features and integrations without the cruft that bogs down older platforms.

How it compares

Custom code vs the alternatives.

Custom code wins on performance and freedom; WordPress wins on speed-to-launch and self-editing for standard sites. Here's how they stack up.

Custom codeWordPressWix / Squarespace
PerformanceBestGoodLimited
Design freedomUnlimitedHighLimited
Custom functionalityUnlimitedPlugin-basedMinimal
You own it Yes Yes No
Edit it yourselfWith a CMSEasyEasy
Best forPerformance & custom buildsMost small businessesQuick DIY sites

Is it right for you?

Is custom code your fit?

Custom code is a great fit if you…

  • Need top performance and speed
  • Want custom features or animations
  • Want a unique design with no template feel
  • Need a content-rich or multi-page site
  • Plan to scale and add functionality

WordPress might fit better if you…

  • Want the easiest way to edit content yourself
  • Need a faster, more affordable turnaround
  • Are building a standard marketing or brochure site
  • Don't need custom functionality

Curious about WordPress instead? See the WordPress page →

What I build

Custom builds, end to end.

Built with Next.js, React, TypeScript, and Tailwind — the same modern stack behind this site and the projects in my portfolio.

Marketing sites & landing pages
Multi-page business & content sites
Headless CMS so you can edit content
Animations & rich interactions
API & third-party integrations
Performance & Core Web Vitals tuning

Pricing

Custom builds from $2,000.

Custom code costs more upfront than WordPress, but delivers the best performance and zero restrictions. Every plan includes a free consultation plus domain and hosting setup — you pay for your own hosting, and I'll help you set it up. Final quote within 24 hours of your brief.

Landing page

From $2,000

A single, high-performance custom landing page.

  • Single landing page
  • Top-tier performance
  • Mobile responsive
  • SEO setup
Most popular

Marketing site

$4,000–$8,000

A multi-page custom site with a CMS you can edit yourself.

  • Multi-page build
  • Headless CMS
  • Animations & interactions
  • Full on-page SEO

Custom

$8,000+

For large, complex projects with advanced requirements.

  • Large, complex builds
  • Custom functionality
  • Complex integrations
  • Priority support

Custom code FAQ

Custom code questions.

Common questions about performance, editing, stack, and cost.

WordPress or custom code — which should I choose?

Choose WordPress if you want to edit your own content, need a faster turnaround, or have a tighter budget — it's the practical choice for most small-business websites. Choose custom code (Next.js, React) when you want maximum control and the best possible performance: these sites load faster, score higher on Core Web Vitals, and carry none of the restrictions that themes and plugins impose. With custom code there's no limit on design, functionality, or integrations — if you can imagine it, it can be built. The trade-off is a higher upfront cost and that you'll usually rely on a developer for larger changes.

Do you build e-commerce sites?

No — at this time I don't support e-commerce sites. If your project needs a full online store, I'm happy to point you toward a platform that fits.

What is a custom-coded website?

A custom-coded website is built from scratch in modern frameworks like Next.js and React instead of assembled from a theme or page builder. Because every line is written for your project specifically, you get the fastest possible performance, complete design freedom, and no restrictions from themes or plugins. It's the approach behind the most polished, high-performing sites on the web.

Why is custom code faster than WordPress?

Custom-coded sites ship only the code your project actually needs, render efficiently, and avoid the plugin and theme overhead that slows most WordPress sites. The result is faster load times and higher Core Web Vitals scores — which improve both user experience and SEO. This site, and the projects in my portfolio, are built this way.

What tech stack do you use for custom builds?

I build custom websites with Next.js, React, TypeScript, and Tailwind CSS, deployed on Vercel. For content you want to edit yourself, I integrate a headless CMS like Sanity — so a custom-coded site can still be as easy to update as WordPress.

Can I edit a custom-coded website myself?

Yes — if you want to manage your own content, I connect a headless CMS (like Sanity) so you can edit text, images, and posts through a simple admin panel, no code required. For mostly-static sites where edits are rare, I can also handle changes for you on request.

How much does a custom-coded website cost?

Custom development starts from $2,000 for a single high-performance landing page, $4,000–$8,000 for a multi-page marketing site with a CMS and animations, and $8,000+ for large, complex projects. Custom code costs more upfront than WordPress, but delivers the best performance and zero restrictions. Every plan includes consultation plus domain and hosting setup — you pay for your own hosting, and I'll help you set it up.

Do you build web apps or just websites?

I focus strictly on websites — marketing sites, landing pages, and content-driven sites built for performance in Next.js and React. I don't take on web-app or dashboard builds at this time.

Ready to build something fast?

One inquiry. 24-hour reply. Free 30-minute call to scope your custom build — no pressure.