Richard and the crew from Pinecone Agency were incredibly accommodating in our very particular needs.Incredibly accommodating.
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Custom web development that performs

Clean, fast websites built on modern, proven stacks. Developed for performance, maintainability, and growth.

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Our services

Design, development, SEO and AI. Pick the one you need and see how we do it.

Trusted by brands across Australia & beyond

  • The Leadbeater Hotel
  • Forget Me Not
  • Catch
  • Redline Cyber Security
  • Libertas
  • Southside Engineering
  • NexQloud

A fast website earns its keep

Faster pages keep more visitors and help rankings. We build on the right platform for the job, with custom code only where it adds value, so the site loads fast, ranks well, and stays easy to maintain long after launch.

  • Speed: pages that load fast and stay fast
  • Search: clean structure Google rewards
  • Upkeep: a CMS your team can run
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How does a web development project run?

In four stages: we agree the requirements and CMS structure, turn approved designs into a build plan, develop on the right platform, then test across browsers and devices, train your team and launch when everything passes.

  1. Scoping and planning

    We define the technical requirements, CMS structure, and development approach before writing a single line of code.

    • Requirements defined up front
    • CMS structure mapped
    • A clear build plan

  2. Design handoff

    Your approved Figma designs become a detailed development plan, with every interaction and CMS field mapped.

    • Figma translated faithfully
    • Interactions fully specced
    • Every CMS field planned

  3. Development

    We build on the chosen platform with custom code (GSAP, SwiperJS) where it adds value. Fast, accessible, and SEO-ready.

    • Clean code, right platform
    • Custom code where it counts
    • Fast, accessible, SEO-ready

  4. QA, launch, and handover

    Cross-browser testing, device checks, speed audits, and CMS training. We launch when everything passes.

    • Cross-browser and device QA
    • Speed audited before launch
    • CMS training included

PageSpeed Insights scores of 84 to 98 on phones and 100 on desktop for our homepage and service pages (20 Oct 2026).

Recent web development work

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Web development FAQs

The questions we hear before a web development project: platforms, performance, editing your own site, and how design and build fit together. For web apps and headless builds, see our Next.js agency page.

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Cost & timelines

How much does web development cost?

It depends on the number of pages, how complex the build is and the CMS you need, so every build is quoted individually. After a discovery call you'll get a clear estimate on cost and timeline before any code is written, and monthly plans are available if you'd rather spread the investment.

How long does a typical web development project take?

Build time depends on the number of pages, complexity of interactions, and CMS requirements. We provide a detailed timeline at the start of every project with clear milestones for each phase. Faster turnarounds are possible for smaller sites or landing pages.

The build

What platforms do you develop websites on?

Mostly Webflow, with Astro or Next.js for custom builds hosted on Cloudflare or Vercel, and Framer on request. For web apps we pair Next.js with Supabase.

Do you write custom code or use visual builders?

Both. We use a visual builder for layout and CMS structure where it fits, then add custom code where it genuinely improves the experience. That includes GSAP animations, SwiperJS sliders, and custom interactions that go beyond what a visual builder offers natively. We never add code for the sake of it. Every line serves a purpose.

How do you make sure my website loads fast?

Speed is built into our process, not bolted on at the end.

  • Images optimised, code minimised, lazy loading throughout.
  • Pages structured for fast Core Web Vitals scores.
  • Hosted on infrastructure that handles CDN, SSL, and caching automatically.
Can you take over an existing website?

Yes. We take over existing websites for migrations, redesigns, or ongoing improvement. We start with an audit of the platform, code, and content so you know exactly what you have, then recommend the smallest change that gets you where you want to go. That isn't always a rebuild.

What is the difference between web design and web development?

Web design covers strategy, UX, and visual design in Figma. Web development is the build phase where those designs become a live, functioning website. At Pinecone Agency, both are handled in-house by the same team, which means tighter communication, fewer handoff issues, and a faster overall timeline.

After launch

Can I update the website myself after launch?

Yes. Every site we build includes a CMS configured for your content. We train your team on how to add, edit, and publish pages, blog posts, and other dynamic content without touching code. If you need structural changes down the line, we offer ongoing support retainers.

Further reading: how to choose a CMS for the team that uses it

Do you provide hosting and ongoing maintenance?

Yes. Every build launches on fast, managed infrastructure, with CDN, SSL and caching handled.

  • Ongoing support retainers cover updates, improvements, and maintenance.
  • Prefer to run it yourself? We hand everything over cleanly and set your team up to manage it with confidence.

Let’s build a website that performs.

Tell us about your next build. We'll scope it, plan it and give you a timeline before any code is written. We reply within one business day.

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30-minute call. We reply within one business day.

What we build with custom web development

Marketing websites, redesigns, ecommerce, migrations and headless builds: clean, fast code on the right platform for the job, with a CMS your team can manage.

Marketing websites

  • Clean code, fast pages, CMS-ready
  • Built to generate leads

Website redesigns

  • Rebuilt on a modern stack
  • Better performance, cleaner architecture

Ecommerce websites

  • Headless or Shopify, your call
  • Built to sell and scale

Website migrations

  • Off WordPress, Squarespace, or legacy
  • Redirects and SEO preserved

Headless & custom builds

  • Headless architecture, custom front-ends
  • No plugin dependencies

Landing pages

  • Fast to ship, built to convert
  • For campaigns, launches, and lead capture

What’s included in a web development project?

Everything from scoping to launch and handover.

  • Technical scoping & planning

    Requirements, CMS structure, and the development approach agreed before any code.

  • The right platform, recommended

    A recommendation based on your goals, budget and long-term maintenance, not our convenience.

  • Clean, purposeful code

    Custom code only where it genuinely improves the experience. Every line serves a purpose.

  • A CMS your team can run

    Content structured for self-service: add, edit and publish without a developer.

  • Performance engineering

    Optimised images, lazy loading, and lean pages on fast, managed infrastructure.

  • SEO-safe structure

    Semantic markup and, on migrations, the redirects and metadata that protect your rankings.

  • Cross-browser & device QA

    Tested across browsers and devices, with speed audits before anything ships.

  • Launch, training & handover

    We manage the launch, train your team on the CMS, and hand over cleanly.

  • Every item above is scoped and quoted before a line of code is written.

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Why work with Pinecone Agency

We design and build the websites and software growth-focused businesses run on: made for measurable growth, shaped around the way you work, and refined in every detail.

  • If you ever move on, everything is handed over cleanly so the next team can pick it up without starting again.

  • The people who design your site develop it too: tighter communication, fewer handoff issues, a faster timeline.

  • We recommend the platform that fits your project and how your team works, with custom code only where it earns its place.

  • Clean architecture and a CMS your team can use, so the site stays easy to work on long after launch.

Made a website that not only looks great but we’re now getting more visits and leads through it.
Stevan Minzatanu Southside Engineering
Incredibly accommodating in our very particular needs.
Tim Zafir Humdrum
Their design ideas were exceptional, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome.
Steve Blunt Filenote.ai
Made sure to walk through the process so we learned and understood what we were doing and why.
Uri Pearl Catch
5.0 on Google
Made a website that not only looks great but we’re now getting more visits and leads through it.
Stevan Minzatanu Southside Engineering
5.0 on Google

  • No lock-in, ever

    If you ever move on, everything is handed over cleanly so the next team can pick it up without starting again.

  • Design and build, one team

    The people who design your site develop it too: tighter communication, fewer handoff issues, a faster timeline.

  • The right stack, not a template

    We recommend the platform that fits your project and how your team works, with custom code only where it earns its place.

  • Built to be maintained

    Clean architecture and a CMS your team can use, so the site stays easy to work on long after launch.

Get in touch

Tell us about your project, or just say hello. Book a call below, or .

  • 30-minute call. We reply within one business day.
  • Honest advice on where we can help
  • A clear sense of your next steps

Pinecone Agency Reviews

See what our clients say about working with us: real projects, real results

5.0 18 Google reviews

  • The team at PineCone Agency delivered a fantastic website for us, combining highly responsive service with the flexibility to adapt to our needs. Their design ideas were exceptional, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome.

    Steve Blunt Filenote.ai

  • Working with Pinecone Agency was an excellent experience from start to finish. The new website has transformed how we communicate the Forget Me Not® platform — it’s clearer, more intuitive, and far more aligned with our brand. We’re already seeing stronger engagement from visitors, and the site has become a real asset in our sales conversations

    Amruta Katkar Forget Me Not

  • Working with Richard and the Pinecone team was awesome. They helped us redesign our ecommerce site from the ground up and worked closely with us on conversion rate optimisation and the results spoke for themselves. If you're looking for a team that knows ecommerce inside and out and can turn that knowledge into real results, these are your people. Highly recommend.

    Aditya Patel

  • Richard and the crew from Pinecone Agency were incredibly accommodating in our very particular needs. Every step was met with enthusiasm, awesome communication and passionate creativity. They have continued to check in and nurture our digital presence. Highly recommend.

    Tim Zafir Humdrum
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  • We had an amazing experience working with Pinecone Agency! They were very responsive, professional and the end product is great. They really listened to what we needed and made it happen. Highly recommend.

    Nadia Estrada Surplus Giant

  • Pinecone redid our company website and it was a truly seamless, collaborative, and fun process! Our website is beautiful, functional, and already generating more business. I could not recommend Pinecone enough! Richard and the team are simply the best.

    Jenny Collins Alum Works
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  • We had an outstanding experience working with Pinecone Agency on our recent Webflow project, with Richard as our point of contact. The team was fairly priced, demonstrated excellent communication throughout the process, and delivered everything on time. Richard’s professionalism and reliability made the entire experience seamless, and we’re thrilled with the final result. Highly recommend Pinecone Agency for anyone needing a top-notch Webflow project!

    Spencer Bunting The Photo Mentorship

  • Richard and his team have been essential partners for our organization. Not only did they rebuild our site to match our updated branding, they have implemented custom code solutions and been creative partners on new web projects. They work quickly, efficiently, and provide immense value to our team at RSA. I am grateful we found Pinecone Agency!

    Sydney Ward Redd Summit Advisors
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  • I’m a sole trader who built my own site using Webflow — but I was concerned about how that would impact my SEO when I transitioned from my old site. Richard at Pinecone helped me sail what I expected to be a turbulent sea as if it was a calm lake with a pleasant breeze at our backs. Generous with his knowledge, he outlined all the steps I’d have to take, explaining clearly the process at each juncture and then jumping in when either my lack of time or technical know-how got the better of me. A true partner who places the needs of the customer first and foremost in the process, and is as personable as he is knowledgable, I couldn’t recommend him enough. He’s a keeper, for sure.

    Dean Friske Friske

  • Working with Pinecone Agency, and especially with Richard, was an exceptional experience. Their expertise in web design services truly shone through every step of the process. Richard’s attention to detail, creativity, and commitment to understanding my needs led to a top-notch website that exceeded my expectations. The support provided was outstanding, ensuring a smooth and satisfying project completion. I highly recommend Pinecone Agency for anyone looking for superior web design services.

    Bryan Smith Redline Cyber Security

  • Building a website with Pinecone felt more like a team project than a client-contractor relationship. They listened to our ideas, collaborated on every decision, and gave us an outstanding final product. Would definitely use them again on the next project.

    Daniel Greenblum Catch

  • Very professional and detail oriented. Made sure to walk through the process so we learned and understood what we were doing and why. I would absolutely hire them again to design and build my website.

    Uri Pearl Catch

  • I reached out to Pinecone Agency late last year to discuss building a new website for my company, Southside Engineering. From the very start, they knew their stuff and were professional and easy to work with. They captured our brand perfectly and made a website that not only looks great but we’re now getting more visits and leads through it! I highly recommend them.

    Stevan Minzatanu Southside Engineering
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  • We first worked with Richard in 2019 to develop and design our website, and have seen consistent SEO results, and consistent quality service from Pinecone. They are super easy to communicate with, and great at coming back to us with the specialised requests and additions we have.

    Vienna Bradley Raida Artists