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Website Design

The latest Website Design news from our blog

Great website design isn’t just about looks—it’s about creating an experience that works for your visitors and your business. In this section, you’ll find inspiration, tips, and advice to help you understand what makes a website truly effective. From layout ideas and colour choices to making sure your site works well on all devices, we break things down so it’s easy to follow whether you’re planning a brand new website or just giving your current one a refresh.
A woman using her iPhone to view the new website for Swindon Window Repair Man, showcasing a mobile-friendly design.
Business
Chris Grant (he/him)

How Custom Landing Pages Can Transform Your Business in 2025

While websites are fantastic for giving a comprehensive view of your business, landing pages have a unique role to play. They’re designed to focus on one goal, whether that’s capturing leads, promoting a special offer, or encouraging users to take a specific action.

The O'Brien Media office showcasing the dedicated Swindon-based team, experts in WordPress website design and development.
Website Design
Chris Grant (he/him)

Choosing a Local Web Design Agency for Your Business

When it comes to creating or redesigning a website for your business, choosing the right web design agency is one of the most important decisions you’ll make.

Drupal
Chris Grant (he/him)

Drupal 7 End of Life: What It Means and How to Prepare

As of 5 January 2025, Drupal 7 will officially reach its end of life (EOL), bringing over 14 years of service to a close. This milestone signifies the cessation of community support, security updates, and official maintenance for Drupal 7. Website owners and administrators using Drupal 7 must act promptly to ensure their sites remain secure and functional.

Illustration highlighting WebP format advantages for faster website loading speeds and enhanced image quality.
Website Design
Chris Grant (he/him)

WebP Explained: Faster Websites, Better Images

In the ever-evolving world of web design, delivering high-quality visuals while ensuring fast website performance is a constant challenge. Enter WebP, an innovative image format developed by Google to address this very issue.

SERPs in a cartoon laptop with clouds behind
Design
Chris Grant (he/him)

The Debate Over “Above the Fold” in Web Design: A Balanced Perspective

The concept of “above the fold” in web design has long been a cornerstone of layout strategy. Originating from the print industry—where key headlines were displayed on the top half of the newspaper to attract buyers—“above the fold” has maintained a prominent position in digital design. But in today’s evolving web environment, how relevant is this concept?

Person holding a smartphone and planning animated website interface on a whiteboard
Website Design
Andrei Ghimpu

Rising Website Design Costs: How O’Brien Media are Keeping Prices Low Amid Increases

We believe in supporting our clients by providing exceptional web design services without an unpredictable price tag. Our commitment to fair, stable pricing allows us to build long-term relationships with clients who trust us to keep their budgets in mind. So, while the industry may face rising costs, O’Brien Media remains steadfast in our promise to deliver quality websites at competitive rates.

Image of a computer screen displaying a code snippet, symbolising the use of robots.txt to optimise web crawling efficiency.
Website Design
Chris Grant (he/him)

Utilising Robots.txt to Optimise Crawling Efficiency

The robots.txt file is a text document placed in the root directory of a website. It instructs search engine crawlers on which parts of the site they are allowed to crawl and index.