Bespoke web design & thoughtful storytelling for those shaping culture
Katie Barrie Studio is an independently run creative studio offering fully customized website design and development alongside comprehensive branding services. Tailoring each project to a client’s specific needs, my work unites cohesive design with intentional messaging to deliver stellar one-of-a-kind digital experiences.
My approach
My design sensibility is rooted in clean aesthetics, exceptional communication, and a keen attention to detail. I like to build websites that balance dynamic storytelling with comprehensive problem solving to facilitate seamless, enjoyable user experiences.
I don’t believe in using templates. My fully customized approach takes into consideration every aspect of a brand’s singular identity. I tackle projects holistically — employing satisfying color stories and typography while refining messaging and navigation — to craft fantastic narratives that amplify each client’s distinct voice.
My work is a reflection of a lifetime of studying and making art, teaching color theory and design principles, and helping professional artists and local entrepreneurs build their businesses. I work with clients worldwide, so please get in touch — wherever you may be.
My services
Custom-Tailored Web Design
Custom websites built from scratch — from small portfolios to robust, feature-rich platforms. Every project is scoped individually around your content, goals, and timeline.
Branding Support
Logo design, color palettes, typography, and brand guidelines to ground your identity and carry seamlessly into your website so everything feels cohesive, intentional, and true to your vision.
All projects include
— My design expertise & technical prowess
— Regular 1:1 communication to discuss our project
— Website strategy & organization planning
— Custom-tailored design & development
— Desktop & mobile responsive design
— Usability & accessibility across all devices & audiences
— Custom CSS and Javascript coding
— Brand clarity and visual identity guidance where needed (logo, color, typography, brand guidelines)
— Full launch support, with one week of post-launch technical support to ensure everything’s running smoothly
— Website maintenance guide, style guide, & video tutorials for updating your site on your own
— An intuitive website backend so you’ll be able to confidently manage your website after our project’s completion
My process
01 CONSULTATION
We’ll hop on a call to discuss your specific needs, how I can help, and ideas for what we could create together.
02 PREPARATORY WORK
You’ll complete a questionnaire about your needs and vision for the site, share design inspiration, and send me all assets.
03 CREATIVE DIRECTION
After reviewing your materials, we’ll work together to decide upon the overall creative direction for the site.
04 DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
I’ll make a few sketches for you to review so we can pin down the design of your website before diving into fully developing each page.
05 REVISIONS
Once we have a first draft of the full site, we’ll comb through the details and make revisions to get things exactly where you want them to be.
06 LAUNCH
I’ll take the lead in making your site live, provide a week of post-launch support, and send along tutorials to guide you through future updates.