design as elevated & curated as your client experience

Thoughtfully crafted custom design capturing the heart of your travel and wellness brand

woman walking on white sand beach holding boho beach bag and wearing white dress
woman sitting on the sand at the beach in a meditation pose

If you’re continually attracting the wrong-fit clients or competing on price, your potential clients might not understand why they need you. An intuitive, user-friendly website that instills trust is your ticket to creating authentic connections and running your business with ease.

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social media is only a piece of the puzzle

Investing in a strategic website as part of your marketing toolkit can

  • increase the flow of your ‘right-fit’ clients

  • command higher rates & fees through a website that reflects your authority, expertise and mission and legitimizes your business

  • showcase you as a go-to expert landing collaborations and high-end clients

  • streamline your communications & systems saving your time and sanity

  • provide confidence to share your website, resulting in more eyes on your work, more enquiries - and more sales!

  • increase your online visibility through optimized SEO best practices

  • engage and delight your visitors through an intuitive design

  • empower you to make updates with an easy-to-manage website platform and custom tutorials!

Where Creativity Takes Root

The birch & bud Difference

Tailored, not Templated

Your brand isn’t boring, so you’ll benefit from intentional custom code for creative design elements that engage your website visitors & keep you memorable.

As a certified Standout Squarespace designer and a proud member of Squarespace Circle, functionality, accessibility and aesthetics are a priority.

A One Client Experience

Think high touch, approachable and one-on-one when we collaborate.

As a small studio, I work with only one client at a time ensuring you get efficient, undivided attention and a truly personalized experience. It’s like having a dedicated creative partner, without a stuffy agency feel.

Personalized Pricing Plans

Whether you’re just starting on a new business budget or reimagining your future growth, choose from tiered offers and custom solutions that fit where you are in your journey.

You get everything you need and nothing you don’t.

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invite your clients to start their journey online

The part where your brand and vision come to life through a genuine and co-creative experience

 

Crafted on the versatile and responsive Squarespace platform, your custom site will be a breeze to navigate and designed with your brand's aesthetic and business goals in mind. It’s not just about looking good; it's about attracting and connecting with your dream clients and turning visitors into loyal clients, effortlessly.

 
 
 

for the new entrepreneur

Get Rooted | 1 - 4 Pages

investment from $1149 - $2249 CAD | one week intensive

A simple & stylish website can be just enough to get started and position you as a credible & professional business. You’ll be able to streamline your communications and process, establish online visibility & authority and showcase what makes you unique and valuable within a small online footprint that converts.

  • You appreciate a clean and minimal aesthetic and want up to a 4 page website or one Sales Page for your course or next retreat.

    You’ll be open to trusting the process, have a talent for making quick decisions, or be able to articulate your vision clearly. This way, we can work together smoothly within the project timeline to bring your vision to life.

    Typically for a 4 page design, you'll choose Home, About, Services, Contact.

  • check up to 4 mobile responsive pages or 1 Sales Page (up to 10 sections)

    close Blog page + 1 post, categories+ tags

    close Custom Link in Bio + Thank You Page

    check Secondary Pages (Legal, Custom 404)

    check Font selection, if required

    checkSimple custom coding for unique features

    check Essential SEO optimization & WCAG Accessibility best practices are implemented

    check Google Analytics & Search Console are set up so you can be found online & know what’s working

    check All the tech handled - domain transfer, security, social & email integrations

    close Social launch graphics

  • check Design Questionnaires to help get clear on your audience and messaging

    check Strategy-led Website Copy Guide ($400 value) for main website pages to prompt your thoughts (optional: hiring a copywriter will make your life easier and increase leads)

    check Copy editing support ($250 value)

    check 30 min Pre-design Strategy Call where we define your website goals, customer journey, key pages and review your content

    check Regular check-ins so you feel supported through the process

    check Homepage review to visualize the direction we’re going

    check ~ 1 HR of custom video tutorials so you know how to make future changes

    check 14 days of tech support post-handoff

    check BONUS - 20% off your first year of Squarespace hosting for new subscriptions, email campaigns, scheduling, member areas and courses.

 
 

designed for growth

Bloom | 5+ Pages

average investment $3400 - $4600 CAD | TIMELINE 2-4 weeks

Each custom project is tailored to your needs and goals and quoted to meet you where you’re at. A website crafted with design fundamentals and strategy is an opportunity to build trust, establish credibility, and increase sales through thoughtful design and development. After this holistic process, you’ll come away streamlining your client communications, positioning you as a leader and helping you become unforgettable in your industry.

  • You’ve been in business 2+ years and have recently rebranded or are ready to invest in a strategic and stylish design from the start.

    You may have multiple unique offers or specializations requiring their own page or a sales page for an upcoming course or membership you plan on offering.

    You’re looking for a creative partner to elevate your brand identity and execute your vision with unique styling and may want more advanced custom coded features.

  • check 5+ mobile responsive pages

    check Portfolio and/or Blog page + 1 post

    check Custom Link in Bio + Thank You Page

    check Secondary Pages (Legal, Custom 404)

    check Font selection, if required

    check Advanced custom CSS for unique styling (animations and interactions) and mobile first design

    check Essential SEO optimization & WCAG Accessibility best practices are implemented

    check Google Analytics & Search Console are set up so you can be found online & know what’s working

    check All the tech handled - domain transfer, security, social & email integrations

    check Social launch graphics

  • check Design Questionnaires to help get clear on your audience and messaging

    check Strategy-led Website Copy Guide ($400 value) for main website pages to prompt your thoughts (optional: hiring a copywriter will make your life easier and increase leads)

    check 1 HR Website Content Strategy Call ($175 value)

    check Copy editing support ($350 value)

    check 1 HR Pre-design Strategy Call where we define your website goals, customer journey, key pages and review your content

    check Regular check-ins so you feel supported through the process

    check Homepage review to visualize the direction we’re going

    check ~ 1 HR of custom video tutorials so you know how to make future changes

    check 30 days of tech support post-handoff

    check BONUS - 20% off your first year of Squarespace hosting for new subscriptions, email campaigns, scheduling, member areas and courses.

 
 

DESIGN+ ($)

  • Stock Image Curation

  • Visual Branding Refresh (colour palette update)

  • Complex Code or JavaScript features (animations, interactive elements)

  • Platform Migration to Squarespace

MARKETING+ ($)

  • Email Marketing Automation Set Up in Squarespace, Flodesk or Mailerlite

  • Scheduling or Appointment Set Up

  • Squarespace Courses

  • E-commerce design + set up

KINDS WORDS FROM CLIENTS

Love Notes

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‘driven a considerable amount of new clients in’

squaresace website mockup for wedding photographer

‘her process was nothing but seamless’

I stumbled upon [Lara] on a Google deep dive and fell head over heels. Our process together was nothing but seamless and divine, she delivered an absolute masterpiece! I’m so thankful and impressed with how fun, talented, warm, and how much of an absolute rockstar Lara is. She made my web design dreams come true and I could not be more thrilled with the results.

MAT GARBER | mat & Ash Photography

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She was very thorough in the design process, especially in picking up details, and great response time and explanations to the many questions I had!!

I am absolutely thrilled with the final product, it has driven a considerable amount of new clients in and loved the tutorial videos for after!

jenn kuipers | studio apri

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squarespace website for exterior and interior renovation company

‘highly recommend Lara to anyone’

She did an amazing job bringing our vison to life on all aspects of our site.

She steered us in the direction while allowing our ideas to come to life. I would highly recommend Lara to anyone looking to build an online presence.

braxton carter | done right decks

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the bud to bloom process

Our time together is rooted in open communication, a dash of offer & biz coaching, copy support and custom tutorials so you can keep your beautiful new website looking fresh

or, you can book a VIP design day because you’re busy doing boss things.

Featured Work

the faq

You might be wondering…

  • Creating a website requires:

    → brand guidelines

    → copywriting (the words)

    → professional photography

    Squarespace subscription & domain

    → legal policies (Privacy Policy, Terms of Use)

    → Apps & integrations to meet your goals

    Note - you may choose to write your own website words and use stock photography to minimize costs, however, branding is essential. It's worth noting that professional photography and your website words, voice & tone play an enormous role in the success of a website project to meet your goals and often book out months in advance.

    Also recommended:

    → scheduling app for appointments (Acuity, Calendly, etc)

    → lead management tools (Mailchimp, Flodesk, ConvertKit, Squarespace Campaigns etc)

    Check out my Resource Marketplace for links to additional resources I recommend!

  • Yes, every website is designed with SEO best practices in mind.

    SEO is complex and there are many ways to enhance your ranking after launching your website and through proper tech setup and website copy during the design phase. You may work with an SEO specialist to provide keyword research, backlink recommendations, etc or a copywriter to write keyword-rich words for your website if you have certain goals you would like to achieve.

    Through a strategic Copy Guide you will receive prompts for your page titles, descriptions and headings and may provide keywords which can be added through the site during the design phase.



    Many designers provide SEO as an add-on service which include best practices which are standard in my packages.

    As an example, you’ll always have the following included in your custom project:

    • Proper heading and content hierarchy

    • Site + Page titles with meta descriptions added + optimized URLs

    • Alt Text written for all images

    • Compressed images with proper file names

    • Page speed checks and mobile optimization across main screen sizes

    • Conscious use of additional scripts and custom code

    • Internal linking, blog optimization

    • Custom 404 page, re-directs and disabled pages as necessary

    • Connection to Google Analytics and Search Console, or directions provided

    • Utilize tools like SEOspace to check for gaps

    If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to ask.

  • The Mini Brand Add-on is for you if you’re choosing a semi-custom website (Re-style) or we need to freshen up your palette to make it web-accessible. This package does not include a logo, brand strategy or deep work regarding your business.

    For brand strategy, and collaborative excavation of your target market, vision, mission, values, etc, I am happy to refer you to Brand Designers who match your aesthetic and industry so you’re set up with strategy before your website investment.

  • I recommend working with a Copywriter for the most ease and strategy-backed website words. I’m happy to refer you and strongly recommend this to ensure you’re connecting with your ideal clients. It is common to invest at least $2500 + and allow 1 - 3 months for your final copy unless you book an Intensive.

    If you prefer to write your own website words for the sake of budget, I provide a Website Copy Guide ($400 value) with strategic website prompts for all design projects.

    In addition, you’ll access a complimentary Website Content Strategy Call (Bloom) and assistance with editing and recommendations on your provided words at the time of design.

    Note: all content is required one week before the start date of your project.

  • Once we've had a call and I have a good idea of your project scope, I can give you a better idea of a timeline.

    I work with one project at a time and typically recommend at least 30 days to complete your ‘homework’ so it’s completed thoughtfully.

    In order, you will want to complete your branding (colour palette, typeface, brand strategy), brand photography + copywriting and then website design. Allow enough time for each of these before your website design weeks.

  • Yes, to secure your date requires 25% down, 25% is due the week before the project and 50% on the date of completion.

    If you require more options, please inquire.

  • Squarespace is a fantastic all-in-one platform for many small business owners and solopreneurs. It can host a blog, portfolio gallery, (smaller) e-commerce shops, courses, email marketing, scheduling and now includes project management!

    The drag-and-drop functionality and user-friendly dashboard allow business owners to make needed content updates without worrying about ‘breaking’ anything or paying extra monthly maintenance fees to a developer.

    It also features 24/7 support and a forum full of helpful peers if you’re stuck on something. Of course, I’m always here as well.

    I’ve invested in 3 Squarespace-specific design courses to become an expert at my craft and am confident in recommending it to most small businesses.

    If you’re not sure it’s right for you, just ask!

    PS. Clients receive 20% off their first year of Squarespace and all its products (courses, scheduling, email, etc) when booking any project or a new account for a Design Day!

  • As per Circle “Squarespace Circle is a program designed to support, inspire, and engage the community of creatives, developers, and designers who use Squarespace to build beautiful websites for themselves and their clients.”

    As a Squarespace Circle member, I get access to exclusive discounts like 20% off annual subscriptions, content, support and more, which ultimately benefit my clients.

    You may also read 8 Reasons I Recommend Squarespace here.

btw, it’s actually about connection, aka the vibe

I adore working with modern travel, wellness and hospitality brands but a great fit is more about who you are than what you do. Think we’re a match?

 

I’ve collaborated with passionate solopreneurs and small businesses across various industries to solidify their industry expertise, enhance brand awareness, and stand out in the noise with a professional website they're proud to share.

 

real estate brokerage

BUSINESS CONSULTANT

RESUME WRITER

FAMILY LAWYER

AUTHOR

MAKEUP + LASH ARTIST

medical aesthetics

boutique medi spa

WELLNESS STUDIO

CREATIVE STYLIST

HAIR SALON

NON - PROFIT MUSIC SCHOOL

EXTERIOR RENOVATIONS

INTERIOR DECORATOR

PHOTOGRAPHERS

travel advisorS

stop putting off investing in your first impression

Start attracting your soul-aligned clients & feel proud sending people to your inspiring corner of the internet