Website Development

The 5 Types of Website Builds: A Quick Guide

Wyatt Meese
By Wyatt Meese

This may be the most commonly asked website design question. How long is this process going to take? Unfortunately, every website isn’t designed to function the same way–nor should it be. To get a perspective of your website’s time frame, consider the business need differences presented in these five website designs.

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5 Types of Website Builds

An online brochure: A 5-10 page website built using a pre-existing template and intended to communicate very basic information.

A lead generation tool: A custom-built 15-20 page website that attracts a specific audience of potential customers based on their needs and strong content crafted for SEO (search engine optimization).

An e-commerce site: A 25-40 page website designed to sell physical products online nationwide.

A feature-rich website to support operations: A custom-built 30-45 page website that includes features that automate internal processes like dedicated contact forms for various sections, quote request builders or interactive maps, and location tools for the company.

An online catalog: A 75-100 page website that allows customers to request a quote for products or services.

MEET THE AUTHOR

Wyatt Meese

From a degree in International Business to managing marketing for a multi-million dollar start-up, Wyatt’s learned a thing or two about how to make a brand successful. Since 2018 he’s worked in all things Digital Marketing, from managing Google Ads campaigns, Email Marketing, PPC advertising, to Content Marketing and SEO optimization. When he’s not improving client’s marketing ROI, he enjoys house music, fitness, and taking his mini Schnauzer Parker for walks. Can’t stand Twizzlers.