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    Case Study: Hinton Workspace – A New Digital Home for an Inspiring Local Workspace

    By We Are Chain• October 31, 2024
    Client: Hinton Workspace, part of the Hinton St Mary Estate
    Agency: We Are Chain Ltd
    Website: hintonworkspace.co.uk

    Project Overview

    When Hinton Workspace, a vibrant new workspace for professionals and creatives in our community, approached us to build their website, we were thrilled to help bring their vision to life. Hinton Workspace offers a range of flexible spaces and services, and as a completely new venture, they needed a website that could not only inform visitors but engage them with updates on news, events, and membership options as they launched.

    Project Phases

    Our project with Hinton Workspace unfolded in three main phases, each building on the previous as we learned more about their needs and offerings. We chose WordPress as the best platform most suited to the job. Easily updatable by staff and allowing options to expand on the current version with ease.

    Phase 1: Initial Landing Page
    In this initial stage, we launched a simple landing page to establish an online presence for Hinton Workspace and generate early awareness. This phase allowed us to capture interest and gather information as their service offerings became more defined.

    Phase 2: Pre-Launch Website
    Once key service information was established, we expanded the website to include details about membership pricing, meeting room options, and the workspace’s amenities. This version provided a more comprehensive introduction to Hinton Workspace and allowed prospective members to explore options in detail.

    Phase 3: Full Website Launch
    As the workspace building neared completion, we finalized the full site, incorporating professional photography of the space, including the newly added desks and wall art. The result is a digital showcase of Hinton Workspace’s facilities and services, beautifully designed to reflect the brand’s aesthetic and values.

    Each phase was developed with close client collaboration, allowing us to iterate on design and features as new requirements emerged. Given these needs, we chose WordPress as the ideal platform due to its flexibility and ease of use. As Hinton Workspace evolves, their team will find it easy to manage updates, share news, and add events to the site without needing extensive technical support.

    Key Features

    The Hinton Workspace website is essentially a digital brochure with an integrated booking system, where customers can seamlessly sign up for memberships or book meeting rooms. Our team focused on delivering a fast, secure, and visually engaging site with minimal reliance on plugins to maintain streamlined functionality.

    Design and Development Highlights:
    Minimal plugin use for optimal speed and security
    Clean and elegant design to match the modern, professional atmosphere of Hinton Workspace
    Smooth integration with booking systems to facilitate easy online scheduling
    User-friendly CMS for ongoing client updates on events and news

    Our Thoughts

    Jim Chetwode, Managing Director of We Are Chain Ltd, reflected on the project’s success:

    “I think the site is a measure of what we have achieved over the last six years as an agency, pulling together all of our strengths in design and WordPress development. The site is fast, secure, and visually stunning, so well done to the design team. We’re also grateful to the Hinton Workspace team for being so friendly, engaging, and patient with us throughout the project.”

    Looking Ahead

    With a full-featured website that can evolve alongside their business, Hinton Workspace is well-positioned to build its online presence and support its members with the information they need. We look forward to seeing them grow and thrive!

    Ready to Build Your Online Presence? If you’re a business owner looking for a new website or a refresh, We Are CHain Ltd can help. From design and SEO to hosting and email marketing, we offer end-to-end services to bring your brand to life online.