Web design in Chiang Mai
Firework is a web design studio based in Chiang Mai. We build fast, SEO-friendly websites for businesses in Northern Thailand and worldwide. 10+ years, 50+ sites, 5★ client rating.
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Services
- Custom web design - designed and built for your brand. No templates, no page builders. 2 revision rounds included.
- Web development - static HTML for speed (sub-1s loads, PageSpeed 95+), WordPress when your team needs to edit.
- Responsive design - mobile-first, tested on iOS, Android and tablet, for Thai and international audiences.
- SEO-friendly builds - semantic HTML, Search Console, Analytics, Google Business Profile, local SEO.
- WordPress - custom theme, WooCommerce ready, managed hosting free for year 1 on projects over ฿100,000.
- Managed WordPress hosting - backups, updates, security scans, unlimited edits. ฿1,800/month, cancel anytime.
Why Firework
- Local knowledge, international standards.
- Performance first - fast sites rank higher and convert better.
- You talk directly to the developer building your site.
- Your domain, your code, your hosting. No lock-in.
Areas we serve
- Nimman - boutique hotels, cafés, creative studios, co-working spaces
- Old City - guesthouses, tour operators, restaurants, cultural businesses
- Hang Dong - furniture, real estate, retail, manufacturing
- Doi Saket - our base; agri-tourism, resorts, local enterprises
- Mae Rim - eco-resorts, adventure tourism, wellness retreats
- Lamphun and beyond - industrial estate, SMEs, exporters
Industries: hotels, cafés and restaurants, wellness, real estate, tour operators, tech startups, retail and e-commerce, professional services, eco-tourism, photographers and artists.
What we've learned building sites for Chiang Mai businesses
1. Speed is non-negotiable
Mobile internet outside the city centre can be inconsistent. A static site loading in under a second beats a WordPress site loading in 4-5 seconds, for users and for Google.
2. Thai and English doubles your reach
Google treats Thai and English as separate ranking opportunities. Thai content ranks for local searches; English ranks for expats and tourists. Two audiences, one site.
3. Local SEO beats general SEO
Ranking for "best coffee shop Chiang Mai" is worth more than "coffee shop Thailand". We optimise your site and Google Business Profile for where your customers actually are.
4. Google Business Profile matters as much as your website
Your GBP listing often shows before your website. We set it up correctly and keep your name, address and phone consistent everywhere.
Pricing
Every project is quoted individually: a free scoping call, then a written proposal with a transparent one-time quote. Managed WordPress hosting is available from ฿1,800/month. Get a quote
Your Chiang Mai web developer
Hi, I'm James, founder of Firework. I've built websites for over 10 years and have been in Chiang Mai long enough to know the local market and what works here. When you work with Firework, you work directly with me.
FAQ
How much does web design cost in Chiang Mai?
It depends on the project, so we don't sell off a fixed price list. You get a free scoping call and a written proposal with a one-time quote - no retainer unless you choose an add-on.
Can we meet in person?
Yes, in person or by video call. Most work happens remotely, but local clients are always welcome to meet.
Do you build websites in Thai?
Yes. We build bilingual Thai/English sites and know Thai typography and font selection.
Do you set up Google Business Profile?
Yes, on every project, with your address consistent across your website, GBP and Google Maps.
How long does a website take?
1-2 weeks for a single page, 2-4 weeks for a 6-page site. It depends on content readiness and feedback speed; we agree a schedule upfront.
Static or WordPress?
WordPress if you need a blog, an online store, or your team wants to edit. Static for everything else - hotels, restaurants, service businesses, portfolios - it's faster, cheaper and more secure.