The Focus

Two Guiding Principles

Began in 2010, Ambrose Designs’ principles are: to make crystal clear websites where everything works.

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Clarity remains at the core of everything Ambrose Designs puts into the world. This includes explaining how things will be done. No geek talk, unless it’s to fellow geeks (1st principle of IT).

Everything on a website should work. No excuses! Ambrose Designs swiftly responds to website issues such as preventing cyber attacks, fixing embarrassing broken links and adding fresh content.

You have enough to do without having to rewatch how-to videos to stop that fresh content looking odd on the phone! Send it over and often you’ll be able to approve it going live that day.

A bit of AI Magic!

AI generated co-hosts, podcasting about Ambrose Designs.

Making Websites Clear

Understanding AEO

Typical Clients of Ambrose Designs

No client is typical. However, creating websites where content is clear & easy to find has the most impact on businesses who either need to:

  • showcase their best projects to help win similar work or
  • provide clear information so visitors are reassured and get in touch, make a booking or order a product.

The Podcast in snippets

Richard Ambrose, in interview with Jon Whycer (2024)

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Richard Ambrose
Web Design & Development (Founder)

Key Skill Set
Design: Usability, Graphic Design, Video Editing.
Tech: Software (WordPress, Avada, Divi, Elementor), Hand Coding, Security, On-Site SEO.

My mother trained in interior design. My father was an aerospace engineer. So I have both halves of the brain for web design & development.

At 18 I worked as an artworker, with some great people, at a top London design studio. They instilled in me ‘that will do’ will never do.

I then returned to complete my design education and got my design degree. At 30, I retrained (full-time). Learning website programming, I caught the dotcom boom wave, just before the tide went out.

A software house then hired me to create websites for their clients, because they thought a web developer with design knowledge was probably a good idea.

In 2010 Ambrose Designs was set up and that’s when the real learning began.

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Business Associates

Ambrose Designs remains a lean sole trader business, with a network of long-standing mutually trusted associates, providing a comprehensive service.

Design for Print Lead

Bradley Davis

Leaflets, brochures, packaging, brand identity and high-level Photoshop work

I have worked with Bradley since 2011.

As well as producing design for print work for my clients, I’ve also built a number of websites Bradley’s designed. Out of clients ear-shot, we’d have healthy debates on whether a headline should be one or two pixels higher.

His background, having worked for some of the biggest brands, shines through in his work for clients large and small.

IT Support for SMEs

Expert IT

IT support, cyber security, remote working.
They also host many of my own websites.

Their track record of long-term client retention with SMEs is impressive. So, for any IT issues not to do with websites, I will put you in touch with Expert IT, knowing you are in safe hands.

Aside from sites where Ambrose Designs provides hosting, this dedicated team is the only company I trust to host my other sites. They’ve also been recommending my website design services since 2018.

IT Support for Micro Businesses

Norman Grace

For small scale business (e.g. sole traders, residential) when your vital set up breaks

For the many micro-businesses out there, Norman provides a valuable service, geared to their specific needs.

His calm, personable approach is on hand to resolve problems with email, wi-fi or PCs etc. For instance:

  • Networks, wireless including connection of the latest Wi-Fi capable devices.
  • Backups, both local and cloud based
  • Viruses and Infections
  • Computer & other hardware installations
  • Cover for Microsoft, Apple and mobile devices

Headshot Photography

Kersten Luts

For your ‘Meet the Team’ page, professional headshots makes a huge difference.

In my years of trading I have worked with many photographers. For technical expertise and his ability to put his subject at ease, Kersten would always be my number one choice.

Whilst he works with many actors in TV and film, he’s also affordable for the corporate world. Creating that professional first impression, gives each team member that definitive portrait to use on your website, social media and any marketing content.

Product Photography

Steven Pover

Using his experience of photographing luxury goods for Tiffany, Asprey to your products.

A specialist in product photography as well as corporate events.

His experience of photographing London’s top luxury goods companies such as Tiffany, Asprey, and Graff Diamonds transform engineering products to products of beauty.

Print Management

Alan Levy

Exhibition Stands, Signage, Printing
From business cards to advertising hoardings

I’ve known Alan for over 10 years. Aware of the need for a more personal touch, often lacking in many of the bigger printers, this print management company has been delivering since 2012.

Whatever size your business happens to be, Alan’s dedication ensures products are consistently produced to spec and on time.