I have long loved interior design. I consider it the greatest blessing to be able to study, practice, and teach interior design here on Nadine Stay. And I look forward to many, many more years of it. But it was in the creation of Nadine Stay that I discovered a second love of mine – web design.
For the past 10 years, I have been quietly designing websites for my entrepreneurial friends and family…simply because I love it. I have found so much joy in giving craftsmen, artists, farmers, and small business owners the opportunity to showcase their work and their incredible gifts in the form of a beautiful website.
As a small business owner myself, I know the impact that a thoughtfully designed website can have. It is, after all, the first impression of your brand. It influences the credibility of your craft, and it can be the biggest marketing tool for your business.
While I’ve been practicing web design as a hobby for 10 years, it wasn’t until 2 years ago that I considered formally starting a web design studio – specializing in website templates. When I verbalized this thought, it was abundantly clear that I needed to pursue this. So for the past 2 years, I’ve been building my web design brand, building website templates, and building the courage to launch it!
Fueled by my love for design and its power to shape perception, I’m thrilled to share that I have launched my own web design studio – Liven West.
I have built 5 website templates for three industries that I am so deeply connected to – interior designers, bloggers, and photographers.
The most powerful sales tool you can have as an interior designer, architect, or landscaper is an impressive portfolio. It sets the tone for your brand and it establishes credibility. Your website is the front page of your portfolio and the first impression of your studio. It’s a living reflection of your brand’s style, values, and professionalism.
I have designed two website templates for interior designers: the Jony June and the Neil Barlowe. Both have a quiet sophistication with imagery at the forefront. Clear call-to-actions, a portfolio, service page, blog, and contact form naturally lead visitors from admiring your work to hiring you.
A photographer’s website is more than just a collection of images; it’s a visual narrative that highlights your signature style and your most accomplished projects. I designed two website templates for photographers that serve as a curated gallery – capturing the essence of your craft and showcasing your body of work.
For interior, architectural, and editorial photographers, the Lauren Elaine template is a striking portfolio-style website with categorized organization and blogging capabilities. For wedding, elopement, and family photographers, the Emmet Lang template is a sleek image-focused website with an emphasis on services and connection.
As a blogger, your website is the heart of your brand. It’s the place where your voice, style, and story intersect. It’s the home base for everything you share and the platform your audience views most. Your website is a direct reflection of you and your brand, so it’s incredibly important that it represents you well.
The Natalie McKinney template is an editorial-style website for bloggers in fashion, food, home & garden, fitness, and beyond. Featuring recent posts, trending topics, curated favorites, and a visually compelling layout, this template is built to captivate – keeping readers engaged and scrolling long after they arrive.

I am beyond excited to begin this new chapter and I’m even more thrilled to help creatives elevate their online presence. Because beautiful web design matters. To learn more about Liven West, visit livenwest.com!

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