Our Design & Work Philosophy
Great Design Creates a Lasting Impression
Too many websites today feel uninspired—generic layouts, poor organization, and a lack of personality or atmosphere. Whether you’re running a business, a nonprofit, or a serious initiative, your online presence should reflect who you are, what you stand for, and the community you serve.
When design is treated as an afterthought, it sends a message. Overlooking the value of intentional, creative design means missing out on a core aspect of entrepreneurship: how you present your vision to the world.
Your website is often the first point of contact with potential customers. If it’s forgettable, hard to navigate, or lacking in energy, that impression carries over to how people perceive your business.
Great design creates a lasting first impression—and that’s where real connection begins.
Don’t Just Exist Online – Stand Out
The purpose of a website is simple: to provide a clear path to the exact information or solution someone is seeking.
When a visitor lands on your site, they should immediately recognize that they’ve found what they’re looking for—whether that’s a product, a service, or the right person to help them. From there, the next step should be obvious and easy to take.
That might mean deciding to dine at your restaurant, filling out a patient inquiry form, requesting a quote, or purchasing your latest product or publication.
The quality of your website’s content matters. The layout of your landing pages matters. The positioning of your calls to action and the placement of your images—these all influence whether someone stays, engages, or leaves.
Don’t treat your website as an afterthought. Every element should be intentional and aligned with how you serve your audience. After all, as the saying goes: take care of the things that take care of you.
Community-First Strategy
Our clients run their businesses and nonprofits because they genuinely care—about the people they serve, the communities they’re part of, and the impact they’re making both locally and globally.
When we build a digital hub and marketing strategy, we don’t start with flashy trends or generic formulas. We begin with what matters most: the people and places at the heart of their work. We take time to understand the mission, the values, and the aspects of their venture that bring the most meaning and fulfillment. That clarity becomes the compass for everything we create.
Whether it’s a website, a campaign, or an ongoing content plan, our goal is to reflect that deeper purpose in every element of the digital experience—because that’s what sets a brand apart and makes it unforgettable.
Knowledge Builds Connection
A well-designed, thoughtfully laid-out website becomes more than just a digital storefront—it becomes a resource. A place where people can learn, explore, and connect with the purpose behind what you do.
Many of the websites and campaigns we create include sections dedicated to informing and educating. Whether it’s answering common questions, offering guidance, or sharing your expertise, content that teaches builds trust.
Most people go online to research—to find answers, to understand their options, and to make informed decisions. Your website should serve as a one-stop destination, giving visitors everything they need to know, all in one place.
When your site becomes a go-to resource, you don’t just gain attention—you earn credibility and build relationships that last.
Meet Lauren Rains,
Founder of MWMC Design
Known for her supportive, grounded approach and her belief in small business success, Lauren has extensive experience in and a passion for artistic and functional website design, project management and organization, entrepreneurial creativity, and the arts at large.
Lauren’s unique range of experiences and understanding of human behaviour, spirituality, and interpersonal relationships is highly sought after by passionate individuals within the arts, sciences, and business.
In her private client consulting practice she specializes in the unique interpersonal and strategic challenges faced by individuals who are running their own businesses. Ongoing clients include best-selling authors, nonprofit founders, CEO’s, and private practice surgeons.
In addition to private client work and public workshops, Lauren is the head designer and project manager at MWMC Design, a boutique agency specializing in helping individuals grow their business through their digital presence.