
Squarespace Web Design Specialist for Luxury Brands Worldwide
Welcome - I’m Oliver Akers. I partner with high-end businesses around the world to create elegant, high-performing Squarespace websites. From boutique hotels and wellness retreats to private clinics, consultants, and luxury service providers, I design custom sites that reflect the quality of your brand, attract premium clients, and turn interest into bookings or enquiries.
Bespoke Squarespace sites
About
By Nomad is a Squarespace web design studio led by Oliver Akers — delivering refined websites for luxury service brands.
I work with boutique stays, wellness and lifestyle clubs, travel concierges, consultants, personal brands, and luxury product or experience providers — crafting bespoke Squarespace websites that build trust, reflect quality, and drive premium enquiries
With 100+ websites built worldwide and recognition as a Squarespace Circle Member, our work is defined by clean structure, strategic UX, and elegant simplicity. Our websites are crafted to reflect the quality of your brand and turn first impressions into lasting trust — helping you attract and convert high-value, high-intent clients.
Looking for a website that feels premium, functions effortlessly, and sets you apart? Let’s create it- together.
Our Services
We don’t just build bespoke websites. We also offer custom re-designs, coding support, and so much more.
Migration
“Enhanced both the aesthetics and performance of my businesses website”
Code Support
SEO Optimisation
Web Design
What You’ll Get
Experience transformative growth with tailor-made designs that evolve with your business. Our scalable web solutions ensure seamless integration and operation, providing your team with a platform that enhances efficiency and fosters collaboration.
Growth
Tailor made design.
Easy to manage platform for your team.
Scalable as you grow.
What our clients say.
Our Process
Strategy & Onboarding
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Book a discovery call to discuss your project and see if we’re a match. Here we’ll discuss your goals and vision for your website, and build a strategy.
Design & Development
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Once our project begins, we’ll finesse your initial bespoke web design concepts and iterate on these based on your feedback. We’ll then develop your entire website, ensuring every page is perfect.
Launch & Handover
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Now the best part! Once you’re completely satisfied with your website, we’ll get you up and running in no time and you’ll also receive comprehensive video training, so you can manage your website with ease.
FAQS
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Squarespace is an all-in-one website-building platform that simplifies the creation of professional and visually appealing websites without any coding. It offers an intuitive Fluid Engine interface, stunning customizable templates, and built-in tools for e-commerce and blogging. As a Squarespace Circle member, I provide clients with a 20% discount for their first year, giving you a cost-effective start to your website journey. Squarespace's ease of use, responsive design, built-in SEO tools, regular updates, and excellent support make it a top choice for creative professionals.
Plus, there's no need for costly developer retainers—Squarespace handles all maintenance, allowing you to easily make updates yourself.
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A luxury brand’s website is more than just a digital presence — it’s your first impression, sales tool, and credibility builder all in one. High-end clients expect a premium experience at every touchpoint, including online. If your site looks outdated, loads slowly, or lacks polish, it can instantly damage trust.
A professionally designed Squarespace website ensures your brand reflects the quality of your service. It builds confidence with potential clients, showcases your offerings beautifully, and creates a seamless journey that turns browsers into bookings or enquiries. Whether you’re a retreat host, villa owner, consultant, or wellness expert — a high-converting website tailored to your brand is essential for growth and positioning in the luxury space.
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A custom Squarespace web designer can transform your online presence by offering professional and customized design that aligns with your brand and makes a lasting impression. They focus on optimizing the user experience by organizing content and improving navigation, ensuring your site is user-friendly and retains visitors. With attention to mobile responsiveness, your site will function flawlessly across all devices. Designers also maintain brand consistency with your specific colors, fonts, and imagery, while utilizing Squarespace’s built-in SEO tools to enhance your site’s visibility and increase traffic.
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A bespoke Squarespace website can elevate your brand image, streamline client enquiries or bookings, and establish trust with high-value clients — all while being easy to manage in-house without tech stress.
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Yes — I specialize in helping boutique properties and short-term rental owners reduce reliance on third-party platforms by creating stunning direct booking websites that reflect their unique brand and increase profit margins.
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As a basic inclusion, we provide:As a basic inclusion, we provide:
A bespoke website built from the ground up
Mobile-friendly design
Custom HTML & CSS modifications
Simplified client procedures for ease of use
Frequent and clear communication and updates
Swift revisions and prompt website launch
For more advanced projects, we include. Additional enhancements to generate more value and drive higher conversions. This package includes:
SEO Optimisation
Advanced analytics integration to track visitor behavior and improve user engagement.
Comprehensive security features to protect your site and customer data.
Multilingual support to cater to a diverse audience and expand your market reach.
E-commerce capabilities, including shopping carts, secure payment gateways, and inventory management, to fully leverage online sales potential.
* Further direct advertising and PPC targeting can be discussed
These additions are designed to enhance the functionality and appeal of your website, providing a comprehensive digital solution that meets your business needs.
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Let's explore how a project unfolds at ByNomad. My goal is to make the process as seamless and enjoyable as possible, ensuring an outstanding result for your website.
We'll kick off with a quick 15-minute call so I can learn more about you and your vision for the website. This conversation helps us set clear goals and terms for our collaboration. Following our discussion, I'll quickly get you set up and begin gathering essential materials such as photos and text to progress efficiently.
Then, the creative process begins! I'll start building your website from the ground up. We'll engage in multiple rounds of feedback and revisions to ensure the website aligns precisely with your needs. Once you're completely satisfied with the outcome and the final invoice is cleared, we consider the project complete.
I'll ensure your site is fully configured and ready to launch, transfer full ownership to you, and provide training along with 30 days of complimentary email support to ensure everything runs smoothly. This approach guarantees a hassle-free experience and a website that truly represents your brand.
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Projects at ByNomad typically span 3-4 weeks from inception to completion. However, some projects may be completed even more swiftly!
The timeline largely depends on your specific goals for the website and how quickly you can provide the necessary information and feedback. For more advanced projects requiring detailed customization or additional features, please allow a little extra time to ensure everything meets your high standards and specific requirements as this is our number 1 priority!
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At ByNomad, we appreciate the beauty and simplicity of Squarespace, which makes it a perfect choice for both new and established businesses. The platform is not only user-friendly but also cost-effective since hosting fees are included, eliminating many typical website maintenance costs.
Once our initial design and setup are complete, managing your website is straightforward thanks to Squarespace’s intuitive tools. This means you can handle most updates and content management on your own without any extra expense.
However, if you're not tech-savvy or need significant modifications like adding new pages or implementing major changes each month, ByNomad is here to help. We offer these services at an additional cost, ensuring your website continues to meet your evolving business needs smoothly and efficiently.
The only ongoing cost you'll need to cover is your annual Squarespace plan, which is competitively priced. For more detailed information on what each plan includes and how it can benefit your business, check out our comprehensive pricing deep dive.
By choosing ByNomad and Squarespace, you’re setting yourself up for success with a beautifully designed, easy-to-manage website that grows with your business.
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Absolutely! We have extensive experience in transitioning clients from platforms like WordPress or Wix to Squarespace, ensuring the process is seamless with the right strategy.
Content Migration: We will move all your existing content, including pages, blog posts, and media, to your new Squarespace website.
Design Refresh: We'll give your site a contemporary, bespoke design that meets your specific needs while maintaining your established brand identity.
Feature Setup: Whether you need e-commerce capabilities, forms, scheduling tools, or other specific functionalities, we'll configure them using Squarespace’s robust features or through custom coding when necessary.
Training & Support: Once your site is up and running, I'll provide you with the necessary training so you can confidently manage and update it on your own.
Just let me know when you're ready to get started, and I’ll ensure the switch to Squarespace is smooth and stress-free!
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As a member of the Squarespace Circle, I belong to an elite group of experienced designers who have shown extensive expertise with the platform.
This membership provides several advantages, which I extend to my clients as well!
For instance, I benefit from extended trial periods for website development, allowing us extra time to refine your site to perfection before its official launch. I also receive discounts on annual Squarespace subscriptions, offering you cost savings.
Additionally, I have access to exclusive resources, advanced support, and insider knowledge, ensuring that your website is developed with the latest tools and adheres to the best practices in the industry.
My goal is to offer you a seamless and efficient process while creating a high-quality, professional website that performs exceptionally well.
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Bespoke web design involves creating custom websites that are specifically tailored to meet a client’s individual requirements, preferences, and brand identity. Instead of using standard templates, bespoke web design offers a fully personalised approach to craft a unique and effective online presence that perfectly aligns with the client’s vision, business objectives, and user experience needs.
Ready to chat?
Pick any time below and let’s chat about your new bespoke Squarespace website.
Get Started
I’d love to hear about your project! Fill out the contact form, and I’ll respond within 24 hours, or schedule a free consultation at your convenience to get started.