Web
Development 

We design and build web platforms that balance performance, accessibility and purpose. Elegant, resilient, and made to grow with your organisation.

Digital foundations built to last

We build web applications that do more than look good - they work hard, scale easily, and deliver measurable impact. Whether you're an industry leader, an NGO, a research consortium, or a mission-driven startup, we create bespoke web solutions that are as resilient as they are elegant.

With nearly two decades of experience, we specialise in delivering robust web platforms for businesses, science projects, and organisations managing data-heavy applications and public-facing information portals. These aren't typical brochure sites; they are built to handle complex datasets, integrate with remote services, and serve thousands of users securely and efficiently.

We thrive on complexity but never lose sight of the user. While our platforms are powered by sophisticated backends, they are designed to be intuitive and accessible. From interactive data tools to multilingual content management systems, we ensure your technology feels effortless and delivers real value to the people who use it.

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Why choose us for your web development?

Blue Lobster API development

Built for complexity

We’re not afraid of tangled systems. In fact, we quite like them. Our team is experienced in building robust platforms that connect to APIs, parse data, and enable rich interactivity - from business intelligence dashboards to collaborative knowledge hubs.

Blue Lobster User Experience (UX)

Made for your audience

We don’t just code. We ask questions: Who’s using this site? What do they need? Then we design around those answers. The result is user-centred digital experiences that help people find what they’re looking for (and maybe even enjoy the journey).

Next.js

Future-proof by design

We build on scalable, modern frameworks like Next.js and use component-based design systems that grow with your project. Whether it’s an MVP or a multi-year research platform, our code is structured to evolve alongside your work.

Blue Lobster people

Transparent and collaborative

We like working with good people. Our approach is friendly, consultative and open. You’ll always know what’s happening, why it matters, and how we’re solving it.

Tech stack

We keep up with the latest tech - not because it’s shiny, but because it’s useful. Our typical stack includes:

  • Next.js / React for front-end performance and flexibility
  • Payload CMS or content modelling
  • Node.js for server-side rendering and APIs
  • MongoDB or PostgreSQL for data storage
  • Tailwind CSS for fast, consistent styling

Everything we build is version-controlled and deployment-ready. And if your project has specific technical requirements, we’ll meet them without fuss.

Optimised for humans and search engines

We take SEO seriously - and not just the tick-box kind. From clean semantic markup and meaningful metadata to sitemap automation and image optimisation, we make sure your site is built to be found. Plus, we structure content with generative AI in mind, increasing your chances of being cited in search results, summaries and snippets. And because good SEO is never one-and-done, we build in tools and workflows that make it easy to update, refine, and grow your visibility over time.

GeoMachine

GeoMachine is a highly adaptable geo-visualisation platform that transforms complex environmental data into interactive, user-friendly tools for real-time interpretation across air, sea, and land sectors.

Custom Website Design & Build

Custom Website Design & Build

From the ground up - full-stack development with clean code, accessible design, and performance that doesn’t leave users waiting. We favour open-source tools and standards, and we never use templates unless you specifically request it.

Content management system

Headless CMS Integrations

Manage your content your way. We use modern CMS platforms to give you flexible, structured content management - fully decoupled from your front-end.

Data Visualisation & Interactive Dashboards

Data Visualisation & Interactive Dashboards

Make your data meaningful. We design and build interactive charts, maps, and visualisation tools so users can explore information in context.

API Development & Integration

API Development & Integration

We create APIs and connect your site to the outside world - whether it’s a remote sensor network, a remote CMS, or a third-party CRM.

Accessibility & Performance Optimisation

Accessibility & Performance Optimisation

All our sites are tested for accessibility, speed, and responsiveness. Because good code should be usable by everyone, everywhere.

Modular Front-End Architecture

Modular Front-End Architecture

We develop using modern component-based systems, making it easier to scale your front-end, improve maintainability, and introduce features rapidly as your platform grows.

What’s it like to work with us?

Collaborative. Friendly. Occasionally witty. We’re a small team, so you’ll work directly with the people writing your code. We’re quick to respond, slow to overpromise, and always ready with a solution. Most of our clients stick around for years - not just because we build good things but because we’re easy to work with.

Let’s build something together

Whether you’re starting from scratch or upgrading a legacy application, we’re here to help. If you’ve got a big idea (or a big dataset), we’d love to chat.

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