WordPress websites make managing your online presence a breeze

If you're a small business owner in Swindon, having a website is essential to grow and succeed in today's digital age. Your website is often the first point of contact for potential customers, so it's crucial to make a great first impression. At O'Brien Media, we understand the importance of having a professional and easy-to-manage website, which is why we offer WordPress website design services...
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Bringing Websites to Life: The Resurgence of Animation in 2023

Animation and animated website effects have made a triumphant return to the world of web design in 2023. Over the past few years, we've seen a shift towards minimalistic, flat design, but now, the pendulum has swung back towards more dynamic and visually engaging web experiences. Why have animated website effects become so popular once again? There are a few reasons. Firstly, advancements in...
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This Valentines Day, treat your website to the gift of greatness

Show your business website some love with a professional web design makeover from O'Brien Media - we'll even complete a free website assessment - worth £140 - so you know what needs to be worked on and why! Our experienced team can help you transform your website into something beautiful and functional, making it reflect your brand and elevating the experience your customers have when they have...
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Get in Early and Revamp Your Website for 2023

As we enter a 2023, it’s important to consider refreshing your website in the New Year. A refresh does not have to be a full website redesign. It can also include updating existing pages with fresh content, adding new features, or making small design changes. The benefits of refreshing your website content are numerous, from appearing higher on Google search results to impressing customers with...
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2023 Promises to be an Exciting Year for Web Design

2023 promises to be an exciting year for web design, with many new trends and developments set to become the norm. Responsive design will remain a top priority, with more and more businesses embracing the need for creating mobile-friendly websites. UI/UX design will also be a major focus, as more developers look to create engaging and seamless experiences for their users. In terms of color and...
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Why should I use a professional website designer?

When it comes to your business website, you want it to look professional and well-designed in order to attract customers and convert leads. This is why it's important to use a professional website designer, rather than a site-building tool A professional web designer will have the experience and skills necessary to create a website that not only looks great but is also optimised for search...
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2022 Website Design Trends (Top 5)

We're exploring upcoming web design trends for 2022 in this new year's article. During the past few months, you have probably seen a lot of websites. Perhaps a few stood out to you based on their user-friendly interface and appealing layout. Sites with a poor user experience can also leave you with a negative impression of the brand. In today's vast and crowded online world, an amazing user...
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Elementor v3.2 is released!

As you would have read on our blog before, we love Elementor! The team at Elementor has announced that they have made the tool even better: with a bunch of helpful design and performance improvements. This blog post will highlight all the new key changes available in the 3.2 update. Design Changes Text Path Widget Unique text designs You are able to generate unique text designs, such as wavy text...
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Why use a web designer (in Swindon) over a DIY web builder

One of the questions we’re regularly asked when engaging in new projects is what makes us different from so-called “website builders” – web-based software that allow you to create your own website yourself.  What sets O’Brien Media apart?  Why spend the extra money (we don’t deny that yes, we may well be more expensive).  The O’Brien Media ethos When O’Brien Media takes on...
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Get your business off to a great start in 2020 with a new website or refreshed website design

With a new year and a new decade upon us now is a great time to take stock of your website and ask yourself if it is still working as hard for your business as you’d like? Customers like to see that businesses are keeping up with the latest digital trends, if your website feels dated to a customer there’s a big risk they might go elsewhere! Even if you’re not in the market for a full...
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