Web Designer & Developer based in London, UK. Specialising in crafting high-quality websites that are both performance-driven and user-friendly. Partner with me to create a visually stunning and easily manageable online presence that stands out in the digital landscape.
Here's what you get when you work with me
10+
years experience
6000+
project hours
150+
completed projects
5.0
client reviews score
As an independent expert with over a decade of experience, I offer tailored web design and development services that align with your business goals and deliver long-term value.
Crafting high-impact, fully responsive websites and landing pages—built from scratch or aligned with your brand guidelines. Designed to scale and perform.
Detailed user flow mapping, wireframing, and UX audits that prioritize clarity, ease of use, and conversion. I help you turn visitors into customers through thoughtful experience design.
For established businesses that need more than just "fixes" I provide strategic, long-term support, including enhancements, feature expansions, and performance improvements.
Custom WordPress development using modern, maintainable code. Whether you're rebuilding an outdated site or launching something new, I deliver fast, secure, and flexible solutions on WordPress.
Custom development on HubSpot CMS, including full site builds, landing pages, and blog architecture. I also handle complex migrations and design-to-HubSpot implementations for marketing teams looking to scale efficiently.
Custom design and development of high-performing websites on WebFlow platform, built with conversion, scalability, and brand storytelling in mind.
Here's the process which I follow when designing brand new websites or working on re-design projects
01. Discovery Call
This initial meeting is crucial for understanding the client's needs, goals, and the scope of the project. It's an opportunity to gather as much information as possible, which guides the entire project.
02. Project Brief
Based on the discovery call, I create a detailed project brief that outlines the project objectives, target audience, deliverables, timelines, and budget. This document serves as a roadmap of the project.
03. Design Concept
At this stage, I present mockups and prototypes. This is when the visual identity starts to take shape, including the layout, color palette, typography, and user interface elements. Feedback from the client is crucial here to refine the design.
04. WordPress Build
Once the design is approved, I begin the development phase on the chosen Content Management System (CMS). This involves customizing the CMS to fit the design and functionality needs of the site, ensuring it's responsive and user-friendly. The most popular option is WordPress...
Alternative CMS Build
...alternatively I can develop the website in any other CMS (WebFlow, HubSpot etc.)
05. Go Live
After thorough testing and final approvals, the website goes live. This phase may also include training for the client on how to manage their new site, along with any necessary post-launch support.
A fresh, modern design not only reflects your brand’s commitment to innovation but also enhances user experience, ensuring your site is accessible, engaging, and aligned with the latest user expectations. Keeping up with design trends helps your site perform better in search engines, adapt to new technologies, and meet the ever-changing standards of web functionality.
I am a UK-based Full-Stack Freelance Web Designer and Developer with extensive experience in the digital field. Since embarking on my full-time freelance career in 2011, I have collaborated with diverse businesses, enhancing their online presence across both B2B and B2C sectors. My portfolio spans corporate websites, multilingual platforms, local business sites, and e-commerce stores. I am committed to delivering high-quality websites that are straightforward to manage, ensuring transparency and no hidden costs.
Mike Zak
12 years
London (working remotely)
As a specialist in web design and development, I bring extensive experience and a comprehensive skill set to every project. I adeptly plan, design, code, and construct websites from the ground up, utilizing a variety of CMS platforms including WordPress, HubSpot, and WooCommerce to meet diverse needs.
PortfolioWeb design
12 years
UX/UI design
7 years
HTML/CSS/JS
8 years
WordPress Development
9 years
HubSpot Development
8 years
PPC/SEO
7 years
Has been a pleasure working with Mike. He did a fantastic job combining high-quality design with strong front end development (which I understand is rare), and has nicely balanced meeting our (detailed and frequent) requests with ideas of his own. Would strongly recommend him to anyone wanting to work with him.
Chris Wells
hello-adience.com
Mike was a pleasure to work with and did an exceptional job on our entire redesign. I’d highly recommend him to anybody who would like a modern and aesthetically pleasing website.
Andrew James
fidusinfosec.com
Mike was extremely creative and did a very thorough job of understanding our product and market before building a website that matched our needs and mission. He was very flexible with changes that came up throughout the process and does an awesome job of creating web animations (pulsing nodes, moving components, etc.) that added vibrancy to the website. All in all, very creative, patient, and great execution!
Borna Poursheikhani
climate.ai
Mike is a talented developer and designer that went above and beyond for our recent website project. He’s very easy to work with and always came up with solutions – nothing was too hard for him. I can’t recommend him enough!
Margo Camus
supplycompass.com
Mike did a great job on our HubSpot site. He worked to a tight schedule, interpreted the design brief we gave him really well and came up with a compelling design. He then delivered the finished product to schedule, working quickly to make any requested amends and add/change functionality. Really impressive work and Mike would certainly be my first choice for any similar work in the future.
Tom Byford
riskleadershipnetwork.com
It was a pleasure to work with Mike on our music conference website. He went beyond what we needed him to do in order to create a beautiful new website which meets all our needs. We would definitely work with him on future projects.
Ben
iff.rocks
I have worked with many developers and hands down the best! Quality of work is impeccable, everything went smooth and was easy to communicate with. I have project #2 ready for him to start.
Violeta
ispsupplies.com
Mike delivered exceptionally high-quality work. The design conveys the brand message and there were very few errors in the final platform. Despite several challenges outside their control, Mike was able to deliver within the condensed timeline.
Hayley Van Leeuwen
voyagerww.com
Every project is tailored to your goals, audience, and functionality needs. To give you a clearer idea of budget expectations, here are the typical pricing tiers for most projects. Final investment depends on scope, integrations, and technical requirements.
Local Business
from £5,000
Ideal for growing businesses that need a professional, high-performing website to establish credibility and generate consistent enquiries.
Small Business
from £7,500
For established businesses ready to scale — combining strategy, UX optimisation, and stronger conversion performance.
Mid-Size
from £10,000
A fully strategic, research-driven website solution built to support complex businesses, multiple stakeholders, and long-term growth.
Not sure which fits?
Custom
If your project doesn't fit neatly into one of the packages above, let's talk through your requirements and scope a custom solution.
Thank you for visiting my personal website! As a full time freelance web designer in the UK, I am dedicated to transforming your vision into a dynamic, engaging online presence. Whether you’re launching a brand-new website or revamping an existing one, my tailored approach ensures that your digital footprint not only stands out but also delivers measurable results. Let’s craft a website that not only reflects your brand’s identity but also connects with your audience effectively. Send me a message or book a call to discover how we can work together on your next web design project!
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