Website Design · New Zealand
A few build spots open

Website design for NZ small businesses whose site should be doing more.

Your website should be
your hardest working
employee.

Website design for small businesses in New Zealand by Sarah Leigh Design

A pretty website is nice. A website that actually brings in enquiries? That's the goal. Too many small business websites look the part but do nothing — no clear message, no flow, no reason for visitors to stick around, let alone get in touch.

I design websites for small businesses across New Zealand that do the heavy lifting. Every page is built with purpose — guiding your visitors from "who is this?" to "I need to book them." Clean, strategic website design built to convert, without the tech overwhelm or the waffle.

Whether you're starting from scratch or your current site just isn't cutting it anymore —

You'll end up with a website that looks the part and actually works.

Let's build yours

New website season? I’ve got a few build spots open 👀
// Website Design NZ · Pricing //

Website design
that actually works.

Three website design packages for NZ small businesses, depending on where you're at — from a clean starter site to a full ecommerce store. Every build is designed around one thing: turning visitors into enquiries.

  • Fresh Start Site
    From
    $3,200
    Starter website

    Perfect if your business needs a clean, professional website that gets you online properly — without overcomplicating things.

    • 3–4 page website design
    • Mobile responsive layout
    • Basic SEO foundations
    • Contact form setup
    • Clear service or business structure
    • On-brand design direction

    All prices exclude GST

    Start My Website
  • ★ Most Chosen
    Growth Website
    From
    $5,200
    Conversion-focused website

    For businesses who want a website that does the heavy lifting — clearer messaging, stronger structure and a flow that turns visitors into enquiries.

    • 4–6 page website design
    • Conversion-focused page structure
    • SEO-friendly headings and layout
    • Service page direction
    • Lead-focused CTA sections
    • Contact form and enquiry flow setup
    • Copy guidance so your message lands

    All prices exclude GST

    Build My Website Properly
  • Ecommerce Website
    From
    $7,500
    Online store build

    Built for businesses ready to sell online without getting buried in tech chaos. A proper ecommerce store that looks good and actually converts.

    • Shopify or platform setup
    • Homepage and key store pages
    • Product upload guidance
    • Payment and shipping setup support
    • Mobile responsive design
    • Basic SEO foundations
    • Training walkthrough

    All prices exclude GST

    Launch My Store
Every site is custom quoted Prices are based on your goals, platform, page count and functionality needed.
Bundle & save Combine website design with Google Ads or social media management for a fully connected marketing setup.
// Website Design · Recent Work //

Websites built
& managed to sell.

Real ecommerce websites for NZ businesses — designed, built and managed end to end. Made to look sharp and actually convert, not just sit there looking pretty.

Want a store that looks the part and actually sells? Let's build yours.
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// Smaller projects //

Smaller website
design projects.

Not every business needs a full website build. These smaller website design packages are perfect for NZ small businesses who need targeted help — a landing page, a refresh or a homepage redesign — without the full project scope.

  • Landing Page Design

    A single, focused page designed to capture leads or promote one specific offer — built to convert, not just look good.
    From $1,200

  • Sales Page Design

    A long-form page built to sell one specific thing — a package, service or product — with strategy, copy direction and strong CTAs throughout.
    From $1,500

  • Website Tidy-Up & Refresh

    Your site has good bones but needs some love — layout fixes, copy updates, mobile improvements or a visual refresh to bring it up to scratch.
    From $800

  • Homepage Redesign

    Your homepage is the first impression — if it's not pulling its weight, a focused redesign can make a big difference to enquiries and conversions.
    From $1,400
Not sure which one you need? Drop me a message and I'll point you in the right direction — no obligation.
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// What happens next? //

No weird waiting.
No salesy nonsense.

Once your enquiry lands in my inbox, I'll come back to you with a clear, honest next step. Here's how a website project typically works from first contact to launch day.

  1. 01

    We'll have a proper chat

    I'll get to know your business, your goals and what you need from your website. We'll figure out the right package and talk through what to expect.

  2. 02

    We get the paperwork sorted

    Once we're aligned, I'll send over a proposal and invoice. Simple, straightforward and no surprises — just a clear scope of what's included.

  3. 03

    We build it together

    I'll work through the design and structure with your input along the way. You'll review and approve before anything goes live — no nasty surprises.

  4. 04

    Launch & hand over

    Once you're happy, we go live. I'll walk you through how to manage your site so you're not left guessing — and I'm still here if you need ongoing support.

Website Design NZ · FAQs

Website design questions, answered.

The things NZ small businesses usually wonder before getting their website sorted.

Most websites take between 2–6 weeks depending on the size, content and how quickly everything comes together. I'll give you a clear timeline upfront so you know exactly what to expect — no disappearing acts here.

You don't need to have everything perfectly written before we start. I'll guide you on what's needed and help shape your content so it actually makes sense for your audience. Think of it as collaborative, not "figure it out on your own."

Always. Your site is designed to look clean and work properly across mobile, tablet and desktop — because realistically, most people are finding you on their phone first.

Your website will be set up with strong SEO foundations — structure, headings and basic optimisation — but ongoing SEO is a separate service if you want to actively grow your search visibility over time.

In some cases, yes. If your current site has a good base, we can refresh and improve it. If it's working against you, I'll be honest and recommend a rebuild — it usually saves time, money and frustration long term.

Both. I'll recommend the best platform based on what you need — whether that's a service-based site or an online store. The goal is to keep things simple, scalable and easy for you to manage.

Yes. Your site will be built so you can update content, images and basic sections yourself. I'll also show you how everything works so you're not left guessing.

I do. Whether you need updates, improvements or ongoing website management and marketing support, I can stay involved or step back — whatever works best for your business.

If you already have them, great. If not, I can guide you through getting everything set up properly so there are no tech headaches along the way.

My website design packages start from $3,200 for a clean starter site, with conversion-focused and ecommerce builds available for businesses needing more. Smaller projects like landing pages and refreshes start from $800. Every site is custom quoted based on your goals, so you'll always know the price before we begin.

No one can honestly guarantee exact results. What I can do is design your website with strategy, structure and user experience in mind — so it gives you the best possible chance of turning visitors into real enquiries.

Ready for a website that
actually works for you?
You've seen what's possible. If you're ready to stop making do with a site that isn't pulling its weight — let's build something better.
Let's talk →