The Power of the Brand in the Virtual World
Whether it’s a website, a digital presence or a brand portal: we create digital touchpoints that use bits and bytes to forge an authentic and lasting connection between people and brands.
Why is it worth having a new website?
Consistent across all channels
An important, if not the only, touchpoint: the website is your brand’s digital flagship.
Be found quickly and easily
Content is king: A high search engine ranking leads new customers straight to you.
Always up to date
Add, edit or remove content: in the digital space, you can react to new developments at lightning speed.
Functional & intuitive
Fast loading times and optimised usability deliver measurable improvements in speed and conversion rates on your website.
Our range of services
Design
- Responsive Design for a wide range of devices
- UI design / Screen design
- UX design / User experience
- Motion Design / Animation
Web development
- Front-end development
- Back-end development
- WordPress / TYPO3
- HTML5 / CSS / Javascript / PHP
Content & Storytelling
- Content strategy & development
- Writing & editing SEO-optimised content
- Visual language and image selection
- Illustrations / icons
- Multilingualism
SEO & Accessibility
- SEO / Search Engine Optimisation
- Integration with online marketing
- Accessibility
- GDPR compliance
Maintenance & Security
- Security updates
- Technical support
- Maintenance & support
- Training & education
Brand Identity & Brand Design
Sharpen your brand’s image for the digital space with a brand refresh or brand relaunch.
Project Workflow
Whether it’s a revamp or a complete overhaul, building a website is a complex process. With our structured and transparent approach, you’ll always know exactly what’s happening at every stage of the project.
Consultancy
Every project we undertake begins with a consultation. During this, we analyse the current situation and define the objectives for the joint project. This preparatory work forms the basis for detailed cost estimates and timelines: reliable and transparent. For larger projects, we also involve your team through a workshop.
Conception
In this phase, we lay the strategic foundations: we define the vision, the idea takes shape, and the concept is moulded into a bespoke structure. The result is a prototype that conveys an authentic look and feel.
Realisation
The screen design is finalised, the CMS is set up, and then text, images and animations are created. In this way, the website is brought to life step by step, in close consultation with the client.
Go-live
Comprehensive testing across various browsers and devices is standard practice for us. Once the final bugs have been fixed, nothing stands in the way of the launch – perfectly timed and on schedule.
Support
We don’t just take care of the set-up – we’re also here for you long after the website goes live. To this end, we offer various service packages providing tailored and targeted support to ensure your website remains up to date and secure.
Concept & Design
- Website conception
- Web design
- UI design / Screen design
- UX design / User navigation
- Motion design / Animation
- Compliance with corporate design guidelines
- Responsive design
- Accessible design
Web development
- Front-end development
- Back-end development
- WordPress
- TYPO3
- HTML5
- CSS / JavaScript / PHP
- SEO / Search engine optimisation
- Accessibility
- GDPR compliance
- Security updates
Content
- Content strategy
- Content development
- Copywriting
- SEO copy
- Visual language and image selection
- Image creation
- Illustrations & icons
- Effective targeting of the target audience & call-to-action
- Multilingualism / Translation
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much does a website cost at SCHMELTER BRAND DESIGN?
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As we tailor each site individually to the brand, there is no set price. A compact landing page starts at around €10,000, whilst complex interactive brand experiences are priced higher. Generally speaking, the cost of a brand website starts at €35,000 and increases in line with the scope and objectives of the project.
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Which content management systems (CMS) do you use?
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We usually work with WordPress, as this system is well suited to projects of all sizes. What’s more, this CMS is very easy to maintain – even for those without any programming knowledge. We can also work with TPYO3 on request.
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Do we need to provide the text and images ourselves?
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As a branding agency, we offer the full package – from SEO-optimised copy to graphics, icons and illustrations, right through to photo shoots. However, you can also provide us with existing material, which we will then incorporate into the website.
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Is the website optimised for Google (SEO)?
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Yes, every page is technically optimised for search engines. We incorporate SEO right from the design stage: from technical performance and clean code structures right through to strategic keyword architecture. We also optimise loading times and user navigation, as search engines now place particular emphasis on the user experience.
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Will we have to deal with updates and technical issues ourselves after the launch?
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We offer comprehensive support beyond the go-live phase, ranging from regular security updates to technical support. As your strategic partner, we support the ongoing development of your website to ensure your digital presence remains technically up to date.
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What is the typical project workflow at SCHMELTER BRAND DESIGN?
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Our process begins with a strategic analysis of your marketing objectives, followed by the design of the user journey. In the next step, we translate the strategy into a bespoke design system. Following technical development and an intensive testing phase, we guide you safely through to the go-live.
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Why should I take my web project to a branding agency?
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A standard web agency builds functional websites – we create digital brand experiences. Whilst others start with the technical aspects, we begin with positioning. This ensures that your website not only looks good, but also brings your brand values to life and builds long-term loyalty among your target audience.
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Is the website flexible enough to grow alongside my business?
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Thanks to a modular architecture and flexible technical interfaces, we ensure that your digital touchpoint remains scalable at all times. Whether it’s new features, additional languages or the integration of further systems – we build digital foundations that are effective today and can be adapted to new market requirements tomorrow.
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Do you comply with all data protection (GDPR) and accessibility requirements?
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Trust is the foundation of every brand. We implement projects in full compliance with the GDPR as standard and ensure the highest level of data security. At the same time, we view accessibility not as an optional extra, but as an integral part of an excellent user experience. By adhering to current web standards (WCAG), we make your brand accessible to everyone, thereby strengthening your digital reach and inclusive brand management.