Website Design, Development, SEO & AEO. You've Got Questions. We've Got Answers.Website things and all the details in between. We've rounded up the questions we hear most often so you can get the answers you need before making your next move.
Working With Olive Grey
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Yes, we're proudly based in Vancouver, BC. Olive Grey Creative is an independent web design and development studio working with businesses across Canada and beyond.
We bring together creative direction, website design, development, SEO, AEO and digital strategy, with a collaborative approach that makes working with us feel a lot less complicated.
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You'll work directly with Rachelle, our founder and creative lead, who oversees strategy, project direction and client relationships.
Behind the scenes, we have a trusted team of designers, developers and digital specialists who bring their expertise to each project.
You get the benefit of a collaborative team without having to manage everyone yourself.
One point of contact. Plenty of talented people making things happen.
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We get it. You've got a business to run, and the last thing you want is another project to manage, a hundred decisions to make or a website you're expected to figure out yourself.
That's where we come in. One of the reasons Olive Grey Creative has grown primarily through referrals is because we take care of the moving pieces, not just the design and development.
We start with a discovery process to understand your business, your audience and your goals.
From there, we take the lead on everything from website strategy, content planning and copywriting to UX/UI design, page layouts, development, SEO, AEO, testing and launch.
We aim to work as an extension of your business, taking what we learn and turning it into a website that reflects your brand and supports your goals. We keep you involved in the important decisions without overwhelming you with endless content reviews, revisions and back-and-forth.
We build websites on WordPress (Elementor and Divi), Shopify, Squarespace and Wix, with every project scoped around what your business actually needs.
You bring the business knowledge. We bring the expertise, manage the process and make it happen.
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We're not tied to one industry, and we like it that way.
From e-commerce brands and professional services to real estate, construction and growing businesses, we've worked across a wide range of industries.
What matters most to us is finding the right fit, understanding your business and building something that supports where you're headed.
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Professional website design costs vary depending on the size, complexity, functionality and goals of your project.
At Olive Grey Creative, our custom website design and development projects typically start at $5,000 CAD.
Whether you're launching a new business website, redesigning an outdated site or building an e-commerce store, we'll recommend a solution that makes sense for your business, budget and long-term goals.
No unnecessary bells and whistles. Just what you actually need.
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We're not here to hand you a website and disappear.
Our approach combines creative thinking, technical expertise and hands-on project management.
We take the time to understand your business, ask the right questions and manage the details from start to finish.
We also believe in giving honest advice, even when that means recommending something different from what you originally had in mind.
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Absolutely. While Vancouver is home, our clients aren't limited by geography.
We collaborate with businesses across Canada and internationally, managing projects remotely through clear communication, organized workflows and a process designed to keep everyone on the same page.
Great working relationships don't need to share a postal code.
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You don't always need a brand-new website. Sometimes your existing site just needs a little professional intervention. Other times? It's time to start fresh.
From an SEO and AEO perspective, improvements to your existing website can make a big difference. But getting found on Google or through AI search is only half the battle. If someone lands on your website and it's outdated, confusing, slow or difficult to navigate, you're potentially losing customers before they even get to know your business.
And while Google doesn't automatically reward a website just because it's new, it does value helpful, relevant content and a strong user experience. Sometimes a strategic refresh is enough. Other times, a complete redesign creates a better foundation for long-term visibility, usability and conversions.
We'll review your website's design, functionality, SEO, AEO and overall performance to recommend what actually makes sense. No unnecessary rebuilds. No quick fixes that won't solve the problem.
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Yes. You don't need a full website redesign to work with us.
We support businesses with standalone and ongoing digital services, including SEO and AEO, email marketing campaigns, marketing automations, landing pages, creative design, website audits and ongoing website improvements.
Whether you need help with one specific project or ongoing support across multiple areas, we'll recommend an approach based on what your business actually needs.
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Absolutely. Launching a website is just the beginning.
Olive Grey Creative offers ongoing website management and monthly support retainers that can include website updates, maintenance, SEO and AEO improvements, content management, blog publishing, email marketing, analytics reporting and design or development support.
Think of us as your extended digital team, without having to hire one in-house.
General Web Inquiries and Things
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Professional website design in Canada can range from a few thousand dollars to $20,000 or more, depending on the size, complexity, functionality and level of customization required.
At Olive Grey Creative, new website design and development projects start at $5,000 CAD.
We focus on creating strategic, thoughtfully designed websites that support your business goals, not just something that looks pretty on a screen.
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Most small to medium-sized business websites take approximately 4–8 weeks to design, develop, test and launch.
Larger websites, e-commerce stores or projects requiring custom functionality may take longer.
The timeline also depends on how quickly content, photography and feedback are provided.
At Olive Grey Creative, we manage the design and development process from start to finish, so you're not left wondering what happens next.
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Because a pretty website is only half the job. And we're pretty damn good at the other half, too.
Olive Grey Creative is a Vancouver-based boutique web design and development agency combining creative thinking, technical expertise and digital strategy to build websites that actually work for your business.
From custom website design and development to SEO, Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), user experience and conversion optimization, we look at the bigger picture.
We work across WordPress (Elementor and Divi), Shopify, Squarespace and Wix, finding the right solution for your business rather than forcing you into one platform.
With over 10 years of digital project management experience, we know how to take an idea and turn it into something great, without leaving you to manage all the moving pieces.
And there's a reason our agency has grown primarily through referrals. We're good at what we do, our clients know it, and they're happy to tell other people about it.
No unnecessary complications. No cookie-cutter websites. Just really good creative and technical work from a team that knows what they're doing.
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DIY website builders can be a great starting point, especially for businesses with limited budgets.
But if you've spent hours adjusting layouts, fighting with mobile formatting or Googling why something isn't working, it might be time to call in a professional.
Hiring a web designer and developer gives you access to expertise in user experience, responsive design, functionality, SEO and conversion optimization.
More importantly, it gives you your time back to focus on running your business.
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Look for a web design agency that understands both design and business strategy.
A good agency should have a strong portfolio, experience with your preferred platform, a clear project process and knowledge of SEO/AEO, user experience and website performance.
At Olive Grey Creative, we combine creative design with technical development and ongoing optimization.
We're based in Vancouver, BC, and work with businesses looking for a creative partner who can take the lead and actually execute.
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If your website looks outdated, isn't mobile-friendly, loads slowly, is difficult to navigate or isn't generating inquiries, it might be time for a redesign.
Another big sign? Your business has grown, but your website still reflects where you were three years ago.
A professional website redesign can improve your visual identity, user experience, website performance and conversion opportunities without necessarily starting your entire online presence from scratch.
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SEO (Search Engine Optimization) helps improve your website's visibility in traditional search engines like Google.
AEO (Answer Engine Optimization) focuses on making your website's content clear, relevant and useful for answer-driven search experiences, including AI-powered tools like ChatGPT.
Both matter. SEO helps search engines discover and understand your website, while AEO focuses on answering the questions your potential customers are asking.
At Olive Grey Creative, we incorporate SEO and AEO strategies to help businesses improve their visibility across traditional and AI-powered search experiences.
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There's no single best website platform. It depends on your business, your goals and how you plan to use your website.
Shopify is a strong choice for e-commerce businesses, while WordPress /Elementor or Divi offers flexibility for content-heavy and highly customized websites.
Squarespace and Wix can be excellent options for businesses that prioritize design, usability and content management.
Olive Grey Creative works across WordPress, Elementor, Divi, Shopify, Squarespace and Wix.
We'll help you choose the platform that makes sense for your business, rather than forcing you into one particular system
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Absolutely. Businesses still need professional websites, but expectations have changed.
It's no longer enough to have a website that just looks good. Today's websites need to be fast, mobile-friendly, easy to navigate and optimized for search engines and AI-powered discovery.
With more businesses competing online, professional web design, development, SEO and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) remain important for building credibility, attracting customers and growing a business.