Notes from Mapletree Studio: practical writing on web design, performance, search, and getting more enquiries from your website.https://mapletree.studio/en-GBhttps://mapletree.studio/blog/get-found-locally-small-business-website/https://mapletree.studio/blog/get-found-locally-small-business-website/Want more local enquiries without paying for ads? Here's exactly what makes a small business website show up in local Google searches.Sat, 04 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/how-much-does-a-website-cost-uk-2026/https://mapletree.studio/blog/how-much-does-a-website-cost-uk-2026/UK website prices range from free to £25,000+. Here is what you actually get at each price point, what drives costs up, and how to judge real value.Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTweb-design-prices-ukhow-much-does-a-web-designer-chargewebsite-build-costsmall-business-website-price-ukJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/how-we-use-ai-in-web-development-workflow/https://mapletree.studio/blog/how-we-use-ai-in-web-development-workflow/Ten years of web development experience, with AI where it earns its place. Here is exactly how we use AI tools, and where we still do it by hand.Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTai-tools-for-web-developershand-coded-website-aiai-assisted-code-reviewweb-studio-ai-processai-in-web-developmentJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/what-a-small-business-website-needs-to-say/https://mapletree.studio/blog/what-a-small-business-website-needs-to-say/Most small business websites say too much and answer too little. Here is exactly what content your site needs to turn visitors into enquiries.Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTsmall-business-website-contentwebsite-content-planningwhat-to-put-on-a-business-websitebusiness-website-essentialsJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/how-long-does-a-website-build-take/https://mapletree.studio/blog/how-long-does-a-website-build-take/Realistic timelines for landing pages, full websites, and redesigns. Plus the real reasons UK projects overrun, and how to avoid them.Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTwebsite-build-timelinewebsite-project-durationhow-long-does-a-website-redesign-takewebsite-development-timeline-uklanding-page-build-timeJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/astro-website-framework-explained-business-owners/https://mapletree.studio/blog/astro-website-framework-explained-business-owners/Astro builds fast websites by shipping almost no JavaScript. Here is what it is, why it has gained momentum, and what it means for your business site.Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTislands-architecture-web-designcore-web-vitals-performancefast-website-framework-ukastro-for-small-businessstatic-site-generator-2026Jake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/what-to-do-after-website-goes-live-post-launch-checklist/https://mapletree.studio/blog/what-to-do-after-website-goes-live-post-launch-checklist/Your new website is live. Here is exactly what to do next: Search Console, Analytics, redirects, backlinks, and what to check in the first 90 days.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTafter-website-launchgoogle-search-console-setupwebsite-launch-steps-small-businesspost-launch-website-maintenanceJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/what-to-prepare-before-your-website-build/https://mapletree.studio/blog/what-to-prepare-before-your-website-build/Before your website build starts, here's what your web designer needs: brand assets, copy, photography, examples, and key admin sorted in advance.Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTwebsite-design-briefwebsite-content-checklisthiring-a-web-designerweb-project-preparationwebsite-launch-checklistJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/human-oversight-ai-workflows-small-business/https://mapletree.studio/blog/human-oversight-ai-workflows-small-business/Practical AI for small business means building human oversight into every workflow, not bolting it on later. Here is what that actually looks like.Tue, 02 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMTblogJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/internal-reporting-tools-ai-small-business/https://mapletree.studio/blog/internal-reporting-tools-ai-small-business/Internal reporting tools built with AI can cut hours of manual work each week. Here is what they cost, what they save, and how to scope one for your business.Wed, 27 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTblogJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/hidden-cost-ai-hype-small-business/https://mapletree.studio/blog/hidden-cost-ai-hype-small-business/AI hype is costing UK small businesses real money. Learn how to cut through the noise and adopt AI that actually works for your operations.Tue, 26 May 2026 00:00:00 GMTblogJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/the-hidden-costs-of-diy-website-builders-when-wix-and-square/https://mapletree.studio/blog/the-hidden-costs-of-diy-website-builders-when-wix-and-square/DIY website builders promise simplicity, but hidden costs add up fast. Discover when Wix and Squarespace become expensive for small businesses.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMTdiy-website-builderswebsite-costssmall-business-websiteswix-alternativesJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/small-business-needs-website-2026-social-media/https://mapletree.studio/blog/small-business-needs-website-2026-social-media/Is social media enough, or do you still need a website? An honest look at what a small business website does for UK firms that Instagram can't.Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/google-march-2026-core-update-uk-small-business-guide/https://mapletree.studio/blog/google-march-2026-core-update-uk-small-business-guide/The Google March 2026 core update rewards real expertise. Here's what UK small businesses need to do to protect and improve their search rankings.Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/mobile-website-losing-customers-how-to-fix/https://mapletree.studio/blog/mobile-website-losing-customers-how-to-fix/Over half of UK small business websites fail basic performance tests. Learn why mobile visitors leave and the practical mobile website optimisation fixes that turn browsers into customers.Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/google-business-profile-uk-small-business-guide/https://mapletree.studio/blog/google-business-profile-uk-small-business-guide/How to optimise your Google Business Profile to get found by local customers. A practical 2026 guide for UK small businesses and tradespeople.Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/small-business-website-convert-visitors-customers/https://mapletree.studio/blog/small-business-website-convert-visitors-customers/Your website gets traffic but few enquiries? Learn research-backed strategies to improve small business website conversion, from page speed to trust signals.Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMTJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/generative-engine-optimisation-uk-small-business-guide/https://mapletree.studio/blog/generative-engine-optimisation-uk-small-business-guide/Learn how to optimise your website for AI search engines like ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews. A practical GEO guide for UK small businesses and tradespeople.Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/google-preferred-sources-small-business-trusted-website/https://mapletree.studio/blog/google-preferred-sources-small-business-trusted-website/Learn how Google's Preferred Sources feature rewards trusted websites with more visibility. Practical strategies for UK small businesses to build authority and earn reader loyalty.Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/website-speed-costing-you-customers/https://mapletree.studio/blog/website-speed-costing-you-customers/A slow website silently drives away customers. Learn how site speed affects conversions, SEO rankings, and trust, plus practical steps to make your site faster.Fri, 06 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/uk-cma-google-ai-overviews-opt-out-small-business/https://mapletree.studio/blog/uk-cma-google-ai-overviews-opt-out-small-business/The UK's CMA has proposed letting websites opt out of Google AI Overviews. Here's what the CMA opt out changes mean for UK small business SEO and website traffic in 2026.Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMTJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/mobile-first-design-uk-small-business-2026/https://mapletree.studio/blog/mobile-first-design-uk-small-business-2026/93.8% of UK users are on mobile. If your site isn't built mobile-first, you're losing customers. Here's what mobile-first actually means and why it matters.Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/ai-website-tools-small-business-uk-2026/https://mapletree.studio/blog/ai-website-tools-small-business-uk-2026/Cut through the AI hype. Practical AI website tools UK small businesses can actually use in 2026, with real costs, ROI data, and pitfalls to avoid.Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTSEO & Site PerformanceJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/2026-web-design-trends-uk-small-business/https://mapletree.studio/blog/2026-web-design-trends-uk-small-business/Skip the hype: the 9 web design trends that actually help UK small businesses load faster, rank higher and convert in 2026 - plus the ones to ignore.Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/why-speed-and-simplicity-will-win-in-2026/https://mapletree.studio/blog/why-speed-and-simplicity-will-win-in-2026/Fast sites convert 40% better. Minimal design cuts bounce rates by half. Here's why UK businesses are ditching bloated websites for lean, high-performing alternatives.Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/day-25-power-of-clarity-website-design/https://mapletree.studio/blog/day-25-power-of-clarity-website-design/How clear website design helps users decide faster, builds trust, and increases conversions through visual and content clarity.Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/get-more-enquiries-from-same-traffic/https://mapletree.studio/blog/get-more-enquiries-from-same-traffic/Stop chasing more visitors. Learn how to convert more of your existing traffic into actual enquiries with smart conversion rate optimisation.Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTWebsite Strategy & UXJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/do-you-need-a-blog-small-business/https://mapletree.studio/blog/do-you-need-a-blog-small-business/Most small businesses waste time blogging. Here's how to decide if you're the exception, and what to do instead if you're not.Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTContent & Copywriting TipsJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/roi-website-design-2025/https://mapletree.studio/blog/roi-website-design-2025/Discover the measurable return on investment from quality web design, from revenue gains to brand trust, and why your website pays for itself.Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/build-website-yourself-or-hire-studio/https://mapletree.studio/blog/build-website-yourself-or-hire-studio/An honest comparison of DIY vs professional web design. Discover when to build it yourself and when hiring a studio makes more sense for your business.Mon, 08 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/favourite-minimal-websites-examples/https://mapletree.studio/blog/favourite-minimal-websites-examples/Discover what makes minimal websites truly effective. Real examples from brands that prove less is more when it comes to design and conversions.Tue, 02 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/what-slow-websites-are-costing-you-right-now/https://mapletree.studio/blog/what-slow-websites-are-costing-you-right-now/Every second your website takes to load costs you customers. Here's exactly what slow performance is costing your business.Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTSEO & Site PerformanceJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/website-copy-vs-design-which-comes-first/https://mapletree.studio/blog/website-copy-vs-design-which-comes-first/The classic debate settled: should you write your website copy before designing, or design first? Here's what actually works for small businesses.Mon, 24 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTContent & Copywriting TipsJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/the-problem-with-templates-and-how-were-different/https://mapletree.studio/blog/the-problem-with-templates-and-how-were-different/Templates promise quick websites but deliver bloated code, cookie-cutter designs, and poor performance. Here's why custom-built beats off-the-shelf every time.Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/website-conversion-journey-click-to-client/https://mapletree.studio/blog/website-conversion-journey-click-to-client/Map the complete user journey from first click to paying client. Understand conversion stages, remove friction points, and optimise every step.Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/5-things-every-trades-website-needs/https://mapletree.studio/blog/5-things-every-trades-website-needs/Essential features every tradie website needs to win work. From mobile contact to trust signals, here's what actually converts visitors to enquiries.Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/how-to-build-trust-fast-on-your-website/https://mapletree.studio/blog/how-to-build-trust-fast-on-your-website/First impressions matter online. Learn the specific design elements, copy techniques, and trust signals that help UK small businesses establish credibility instantly.Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/web-design-trends-actually-worth-using/https://mapletree.studio/blog/web-design-trends-actually-worth-using/Not every web design trend deserves your attention. Learn which trends improve user experience and business outcomes, and which ones to skip.Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/landing-page-vs-home-page-whats-the-difference/https://mapletree.studio/blog/landing-page-vs-home-page-whats-the-difference/Landing pages and home pages serve different purposes. Learn when to use each one, how they differ structurally, and which one your business actually needs.Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/what-google-wants-from-your-website-2025/https://mapletree.studio/blog/what-google-wants-from-your-website-2025/Google's priorities have shifted. Learn what actually matters for ranking in 2025: Core Web Vitals, E-E-A-T, user experience and clean code.Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTSEO & Site PerformanceJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/when-your-business-needs-new-website-uk/https://mapletree.studio/blog/when-your-business-needs-new-website-uk/Clear signs your website is holding back your business and what to do about it. Practical advice for UK small businesses and tradespeople.Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/how-to-structure-website-that-converts-instantly/https://mapletree.studio/blog/how-to-structure-website-that-converts-instantly/The exact website structure that turns visitors into customers. Clear hierarchy, smart CTAs, and friction-free conversion paths for UK small businesses.Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/minimalism-web-design-fad-or-future-proof/https://mapletree.studio/blog/minimalism-web-design-fad-or-future-proof/Is minimalist web design a passing trend or a lasting philosophy? Explore the evidence, history, and strategic reasons why clean design endures.Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/how-to-write-copy-for-one-page-website/https://mapletree.studio/blog/how-to-write-copy-for-one-page-website/Master one-page website copywriting: structure, hierarchy, CTAs, and flow. Learn how to write clear, conversion-focused copy that fits.Mon, 03 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMTContent & Copywriting TipsJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/common-website-mistakes-how-to-avoid-them/https://mapletree.studio/blog/common-website-mistakes-how-to-avoid-them/Is your website driving customers away? Learn the seven most common website mistakes UK businesses make and how to fix them fast.Fri, 31 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/less-really-is-more-web-design-2025/https://mapletree.studio/blog/less-really-is-more-web-design-2025/Minimal web design isn't just pretty. It converts better, loads faster, and keeps visitors focused. Here's what to strip away and what to keep.Thu, 30 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/website-contact-forms-that-convert-uk-2025/https://mapletree.studio/blog/website-contact-forms-that-convert-uk-2025/Why most contact forms fail and how to design forms that convert visitors into enquiries. Practical advice for UK trades and service businesses.Wed, 29 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/psychology-behind-clean-website-design/https://mapletree.studio/blog/psychology-behind-clean-website-design/Why your brain prefers minimal web design: cognitive load, visual hierarchy, Gestalt principles, and the science of simplicity.Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/why-simple-sites-perform-better-than-you-think/https://mapletree.studio/blog/why-simple-sites-perform-better-than-you-think/Simple websites load faster, rank higher, and convert better. Here's the data behind why minimal web design wins in 2025.Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/what-makes-great-one-page-website-2025/https://mapletree.studio/blog/what-makes-great-one-page-website-2025/The anatomy of one-page websites that convert: clarity, speed, mobile-first design, and smart structure. Learn what works in 2025.Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/how-much-should-a-website-cost-small-business-uk-2025/https://mapletree.studio/blog/how-much-should-a-website-cost-small-business-uk-2025/Honest pricing breakdown for UK small business websites. What you should actually pay, what's overpriced, and how to avoid getting ripped off.Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/one-page-website-vs-multi-page-local-business/https://mapletree.studio/blog/one-page-website-vs-multi-page-local-business/Should your local business use a one-page or multi-page website? Honest advice on when each works best, with no unnecessary upselling.Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/websites-for-electricians-what-actually-works-2025/https://mapletree.studio/blog/websites-for-electricians-what-actually-works-2025/Practical advice for electricians building a website that converts. Trust signals, mobile contact, and why simple beats flashy every time.Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/fast-simple-website-small-business-derby/https://mapletree.studio/blog/fast-simple-website-small-business-derby/Derby businesses lose customers to slow, complicated sites. Here's why fast, simple websites win more work and how to get one quickly.Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/affordable-one-page-websites-local-trades-burton/https://mapletree.studio/blog/affordable-one-page-websites-local-trades-burton/Burton plumbers, electricians and builders: get online fast with a simple one-page website that wins work. Affordable, professional, no fuss.Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/one-page-website-local-business/https://mapletree.studio/blog/one-page-website-local-business/In 2025, simplicity wins. Here’s why local businesses are choosing one-page websites that launch fast, look modern, and actually bring in leads.Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/web-design-trends-2025-small-business/https://mapletree.studio/blog/web-design-trends-2025-small-business/A look at the 2025 design trends that genuinely improve small business websites, not just make them look trendy.Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/small-business-website-mistakes/https://mapletree.studio/blog/small-business-website-mistakes/Is your website quietly turning customers away? Discover five common small business web design mistakes and how to fix them for better results.Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignSEO & Site PerformanceJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/affordable-one-page-websites/https://mapletree.studio/blog/affordable-one-page-websites/Simple, affordable one-page websites for small businesses that want to look professional without the big agency cost.Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignServicesJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/tradesman-websites-burton-on-trent/https://mapletree.studio/blog/tradesman-websites-burton-on-trent/Burton tradesmen without a website risk being invisible. Mapletree Studio builds clean, affordable sites that help local trades win more work.Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignServicesJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/web-design-burton-on-trent/https://mapletree.studio/blog/web-design-burton-on-trent/Looking for web design in Burton on Trent? Mapletree Studio builds clean, fast, and minimal websites that help your business make the right first impression.Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignServicesJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/derby-web-developers/https://mapletree.studio/blog/derby-web-developers/Looking for Derby web developers? Mapletree Studio builds clean, fast, and purposeful websites that help your business stand out online.Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignServicesJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/homepage-vs-landing-page-burton/https://mapletree.studio/blog/homepage-vs-landing-page-burton/Confused about whether to invest in a homepage or landing page? Here’s how Burton businesses can decide which will bring in more customers.Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignServicesJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/high-converting-landing-pages-burton/https://mapletree.studio/blog/high-converting-landing-pages-burton/Running ads or promoting services? Here’s what Burton businesses should include on a high converting landing page to turn clicks into customers.Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignServicesJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/affordable-website-redesigns-burton/https://mapletree.studio/blog/affordable-website-redesigns-burton/Is your business website holding you back? Here’s when Burton small businesses should invest in an affordable redesign, without breaking the bank.Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignServicesJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/sustainable-web-design-derbyshire/https://mapletree.studio/blog/sustainable-web-design-derbyshire/Discover how sustainable web design helps Derbyshire businesses create faster, greener, and more ethical websites that perform and convert.Thu, 28 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignEthical Web PracticesJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/core-website-services-update/https://mapletree.studio/blog/core-website-services-update/From landing pages to full websites, redesigns, and our Evergreen package, here’s what’s new, and how each can help your business grow.Fri, 08 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMTServicesWeb DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/what-497-website-should-include/https://mapletree.studio/blog/what-497-website-should-include/Not all fixed-price websites are created equal. Here's what your £497 should actually get you, and what it'll never cover (unless you're dreaming).Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignServicesJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/burton-on-trent-business-website-improvements/https://mapletree.studio/blog/burton-on-trent-business-website-improvements/Discover practical, actionable strategies to transform your Burton business website into a powerful customer magnet that actually works for your bottom line.Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMTLocal BusinessJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/ppc-landing-page-success/https://mapletree.studio/blog/ppc-landing-page-success/This client swapped their WordPress site for a custom-built lander from us. The result? 4x more conversions from the exact same Google Ads budget.Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTSEO & Site PerformanceContent & Copywriting TipsJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/minimalist-website-design-uk/https://mapletree.studio/blog/minimalist-website-design-uk/Discover how minimalist web design boosts performance, reduces bounce rates, and creates smoother user experiences, all while looking great.Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTminimal web designseo & site performanceJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/static-sites-vs-wordpress-derby/https://mapletree.studio/blog/static-sites-vs-wordpress-derby/WordPress might be the default, but is it the best choice for your business? Here’s why Derby companies are turning to static sites instead, and what it means for performance, SEO, and maintenance.Fri, 06 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignSEO and Site PerformanceJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/why-we-dont-use-templates/https://mapletree.studio/blog/why-we-dont-use-templates/Thinking of using a website template? Here’s why custom-built websites win on performance, SEO, and conversions every time.Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web Designweb designJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/stop-tinkering-diy-website-costs/https://mapletree.studio/blog/stop-tinkering-diy-website-costs/Website builders promise easy wins, but often cost you time, money, and momentum. Here’s why switching to a studio like ours is the smarter move.Fri, 30 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/why-your-landing-page-isnt-converting/https://mapletree.studio/blog/why-your-landing-page-isnt-converting/Struggling to get leads from your landing page? Learn why users bounce, and what to fix to start converting them.Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTSEO & Site PerformanceJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/derby-website-builder-alternatives/https://mapletree.studio/blog/derby-website-builder-alternatives/Small business owners in Derby are moving away from Wix and Squarespace. Discover why, and what they’re choosing instead.Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/small-web-design-studio-uk/https://mapletree.studio/blog/small-web-design-studio-uk/Tired of being just another client? Discover why working with a small UK web studio like ours beats the big agency experience every time.Mon, 19 May 2025 00:00:00 GMTClient Case StudiesMinimal Web DesignJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/why-your-website-feels-slow/https://mapletree.studio/blog/why-your-website-feels-slow/Your website might look great but if it’s slow, users won’t stick around. 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It's a smart business move that can boost your reach, reputation, and revenue.Sat, 26 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTbusinessweb designJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/simple-effective-web-design-small-business/https://mapletree.studio/blog/simple-effective-web-design-small-business/Small business? Big goals. A simple, well-designed website can help you attract customers, build trust, and grow your business.Thu, 10 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTbusinessweb designJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/the-power-of-clean-code-astro/https://mapletree.studio/blog/the-power-of-clean-code-astro/Clean code isn't just for readability, it's essential for performance. Here's how using Astro can help simplify development and optimise your site’s speed.Wed, 09 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTweb developmentperformanceJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/behind-the-curtain/https://mapletree.studio/blog/behind-the-curtain/At Mapletree Studio, we believe that simplicity is the key to impactful design. Here’s who we are, what drives us, and how we do what we do.Tue, 08 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTcompany cultureweb designJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/static-sites-are-back-and-theyre-smarter-than-ever/https://mapletree.studio/blog/static-sites-are-back-and-theyre-smarter-than-ever/Static websites are leading the charge again. Learn why they’re faster, cheaper, and perform better than ever with tools like Astro.Tue, 08 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTweb developmentJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/the-seo-secrets-hidden-in-simple-design/https://mapletree.studio/blog/the-seo-secrets-hidden-in-simple-design/Discover how minimal web design can elevate your SEO strategy. Google loves simplicity, and so do your users.Tue, 08 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMTseoJake Hayneshttps://mapletree.studio/blog/why-minimal-websites-outperform-maximal-ones/https://mapletree.studio/blog/why-minimal-websites-outperform-maximal-ones/Learn why minimalist design isn't just a trend. 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