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Excavation DNS Website Development Case Study
Project Overview
Excavation DNS is a French excavation and earthmoving company that required a professional website to establish its online presence and generate more customer enquiries. The project had a strict turnaround time, requiring the website to be designed, developed, and launched within a short deadline without compromising quality.
The website was built entirely on Wix, with custom development using Velo by Wix where needed, delivering a modern, responsive, and easy-to-manage solution tailored to the client's business.
Client
Excavation DNS
Industry
Excavation • Earthmoving • Construction • Civil Engineering
My Role
Wix Developer & UI/UX Designer
Tools & Technologies
Wix
Velo by Wix
Wix CMS
Wix SEO
Project Goals
Deliver the website within a tight project deadline.
Create a professional online presence for a French-speaking audience.
Clearly showcase excavation and construction services.
Increase quote requests through an intuitive user journey.
Optimize the website for search engines and mobile devices.
Build a scalable website that the client can easily manage.
What I Delivered
Custom Website Design
Designed the website from scratch with a clean and modern layout that reflects the company's professionalism and expertise in the excavation industry.
Wix Development
Built the entire website using Wix with responsive layouts optimized for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices, ensuring a consistent experience across all screen sizes.
Custom Functionality with Velo
Implemented custom functionality using Velo by Wix to enhance user interactions and create a smoother browsing experience where standard Wix features were not sufficient.
Service Showcase
Structured dedicated service pages that clearly explain the company's excavation, earthmoving, and construction services, making it easier for visitors to find relevant information.
Quote Request Experience
Developed a simple and user-friendly enquiry process with strategically placed contact forms and call-to-action sections to encourage visitors to request quotes.
Wix SEO Optimization
Configured the website using Wix SEO best practices, including:
SEO-friendly URLs
Optimized page titles and meta descriptions
Proper heading structure
Image optimization
Mobile-first optimization
Internal linking
Performance Optimization
Optimized page speed, image loading, and overall website performance to provide a smooth browsing experience across all devices.
Key Features
Fully custom Wix website
Responsive design
Velo by Wix development
Wix CMS integration
French-language website
Service showcase pages
Quote request forms
Mobile optimization
Wix SEO implementation
Performance optimization
Easy content management
Challenges
The biggest challenge was delivering the project within a very short timeline while ensuring every detail met the client's expectations. Since the website was entirely in French, careful attention was given to content structure, layout, and responsiveness to create a polished user experience without delaying the launch.
Business Impact
The new website provides Excavation DNS with a professional digital presence that helps build trust with potential clients and makes it easy for visitors to explore services and request quotations. The scalable Wix platform also enables the client to manage and update content without requiring technical expertise.
Outcome
This project was my first successful project on Contra, making it a significant milestone in my freelance career. Despite the tight deadline and language requirements, I delivered a fully custom Wix website on time, combining responsive design, Velo development, Wix SEO, and performance optimization to create a professional platform that supports the client's business growth.
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Silo View Website Development Case Study
Project Overview
Silo View is a premium short-term rental and holiday accommodation platform based in Cape Town, South Africa. The objective was to create a modern, high-performing website that showcases luxury accommodation while making it easy for guests to browse properties and submit direct booking enquiries.
The platform delivers an Airbnb-inspired browsing experience with a premium design, intuitive navigation, and a seamless user journey from property discovery to enquiry.
Client
Silo View
Cape Town, South Africa
Industry
Hospitality • Short-Term Rentals • Holiday Accommodation • Airbnb Property Management
My Role
Website Designer & Developer
Tools & Technologies
Wix
Wix Studio
Velo by Wix
Wix SEO
Project Goals
Design a premium website that reflects the quality of the accommodation.
Create an intuitive property browsing experience.
Increase direct booking enquiries.
Improve mobile usability.
Build a scalable platform for future property listings.
Improve search engine visibility.
What I Delivered
Custom Website Design
Designed a modern and elegant user interface that aligns with the luxury hospitality market while maintaining a simple and intuitive user experience.
Wix Development
Built the website using Wix with fully responsive layouts optimized for desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
Custom Functionality with Velo
Used Velo by Wix to implement custom functionality, improve user interactions, and enhance the overall browsing experience where standard Wix features were not sufficient.
Property Listing Experience
Created structured accommodation pages featuring:
High-quality image galleries
Property descriptions
Amenities
Location details
Booking information
Clear enquiry calls to action
The layout allows visitors to explore multiple properties with ease.
Booking Enquiry Flow
Developed a streamlined enquiry process that encourages direct bookings and simplifies communication between guests and the property management team.
SEO Optimization
Implemented Wix SEO best practices including:
SEO-friendly URLs
Optimized page titles and meta descriptions
Proper heading hierarchy
Image optimization
Mobile-first optimization
Structured internal linking
This provides a strong technical SEO foundation for improving organic search visibility.
Performance Optimization
Optimized page speed, responsive performance, image loading, and overall usability to deliver a smooth experience across all devices.
Key Features
Premium modern website design
Fully responsive layout
Airbnb-style property browsing
Dynamic property pages
Interactive image galleries
Booking enquiry forms
Contact page
Mobile optimization
Wix SEO optimization
Custom functionality with Velo
Fast-loading pages
Clean navigation
Scalable website structure
Business Impact
The new website enables Silo View to present a professional online presence that matches its premium accommodation offerings. Guests can easily discover available properties, view detailed information, and submit direct booking enquiries through a streamlined experience.
The platform strengthens the brand's credibility, supports future growth, and helps reduce reliance on third-party booking platforms while increasing opportunities for direct reservations.
Outcome
The completed website delivers a polished digital experience tailored to the hospitality industry. By combining modern design, responsive development, custom Velo functionality, and Wix SEO optimization, Silo View now has a scalable platform that supports business growth and provides a seamless experience for travelers visiting Cape Town.
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Automotive Brand Website Development with Wix Studio
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24-Hour Organic Growth Snapshot
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Proof that website optimization works.
23.7K impressions, 220 clicks, and steady ranking improvement through strategic content and performance-focused optimization.
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