Websites Portfolio

Lotus | Bowen Island is a premium retreat property designed for yoga, meditation, and nature-focused gatherings, featuring two stunning rental homes, Salal and Sage, that can be booked individually or as a full-property retreat space. The brand embodies serenity, transformation, and a deep connection to nature, blending West Coast forest charm with a refined, restorative atmosphere.

The website was built to reflect this vision through a calm, immersive design that invites visitors to slow down and explore. Warm, earthy tones and nature-rich photography establish the retreat’s sense of place, while clean layouts and intuitive navigation make it effortless to learn about the accommodations, amenities, and booking details. Photography, videography, and custom-designed graphics were created specifically for the site, ensuring a cohesive and distinctive visual identity.

Savvilla is a luxury real estate brand that makes owning a high-end home more attainable through a professionally managed co-ownership model. Each property is in pristine condition and maintained to the highest standards, allowing owners to enjoy the benefits of a luxury residence without the demands of full-time upkeep.

The website was designed to convey this effortless ownership experience with a refined, sophisticated aesthetic. Elegant photography, clean layouts, and clear property presentations highlight the beauty and quality of each home, while concise copy communicates the advantages of Savvilla’s approach. The result is a polished digital presence that appeals to discerning buyers seeking both luxury and convenience.

Surcharge Skipper is an online platform designed to connect guests directly with short-term rental hosts, eliminating the extra fees and commissions charged by major booking sites. Built for transparency and ease of use, it allows travelers to browse, book, and communicate directly with property owners while helping hosts keep more of their earnings.

Developed with a focus on speed, scalability, and reliability, the platform runs on a modern, serverless architecture that can handle fluctuating demand. Hosts can create listings for free, complete with images, descriptions, and availability, while guests can filter by location, dates, and amenities. The system supports secure communication, booking requests, and a premium tier for hosts who want additional exposure for their properties.

Branding is bold and approachable, reflecting the platform’s mission to challenge the status quo of the short-term rental industry. Clean layouts, clear calls-to-action, and intuitive navigation make it simple for both guests and hosts to find what they need quickly. The result is a streamlined, user-friendly alternative to traditional booking platforms that puts control back in the hands of property owners and their guests.

Bowen Island Web App is a community-focused platform designed to bring real-time information and local resources together in one place. Built on Next.js and deployed in a serverless architecture, the app scales seamlessly with demand, ensuring fast, reliable performance whether accessed by a handful of locals or a surge of seasonal visitors.

The app delivers live and predictive transportation updates using a combination of web scraping, AIS marine vessel tracking for ferries, and intelligent bus arrival estimates based on scheduled times and known delays. An integration with the Microsoft Graph API connects to a dedicated backend, enabling timely updates to the public via push notifications (see associated Native App) or as permanent posts for future reference. Beyond transportation, the app includes a dynamic events calendar and a news and advertising system, complete with a client-side publishing interface so local businesses and organizations can post content directly.

Branding draws from the island’s character with dark teal tones reflecting forest and ocean, accented with copper as a nod to Bowen’s historical copper mines. The design pairs these rich, saturated colors with a sleek, contemporary interface, projecting a bold sophistication that sets it apart from traditional community websites, while remaining intuitive and visually pleasing.

Bowen Hospitality offers a curated collection of vacation rentals on Bowen Island, each blending the island’s tranquil charm with modern comfort. From serene forest hideaways to elegant lake-view homes, every property provides a peaceful escape with the comfortable amenities and personalized service you’d expect from a small, welcoming community.

The website was designed to reflect this warm, guest-centered experience. High-quality imagery of the island and its properties, paired with intuitive navigation, makes it effortless for visitors to explore options, compare amenities, and plan their stay. Copywriting and visuals were crafted to showcase each home’s unique character, while clean layouts and subtle branding convey trust, care, and understated luxury. The result is an inviting digital space that captures the spirit of the island and Bowen Hospitality’s commitment to exceptional stays.

BE Counselling is a holistic counselling and wellness practice that integrates trauma-informed therapies, mindfulness, and somatic approaches with yoga and Eastern wisdom traditions. The single landing page introduces the practice and its services in a calm, approachable way, creating a sense of safety and trust for visitors.

A self-guided layout leads users through the philosophy, therapy methods, and steps to connect for a session. Warm imagery and compassionate copy work together to reflect the practice’s integrative, client-centered approach and commitment to supporting personal growth and healing.

Recovery With Constance is a compassionate coaching service dedicated to guiding individuals through addiction recovery and personal growth. The single landing page effectively communicates who Constance is, the services she provides, and creates a personal connection with visitors, setting the tone for the supportive and empowering experience she offers.

The website’s calming colors, welcoming imagery, and self-guided layout lead visitors naturally through the journey of recovery coaching, making it easy to understand the services, connect with Constance’s approach, and take the next step. Concise copy, approachable visuals, and intentional design work together to convey trust, care, and hope, reflecting her dedication to helping clients navigate recovery with strength and confidence.

Leverage Landscaping provides green and hardscaping services, helping clients enhance their outdoor spaces with quality workmanship and creative design. The single landing page uses a clean, straightforward layout to present the company and its range of services. A custom order form makes it easy for visitors to view and select all services they’re interested in, while a built-in social media integration automatically pulls in the client’s latest updates, keeping the site fresh and relevant.