Industries

Web Design for the Industries That Keep Milwaukee and Chicago Running

Every business is different. A restaurant doesn’t need the same website as a law firm, and a home services company has completely different goals than a non-profit. We get that. That’s why we don’t use templates or cookie-cutter approaches. We build websites around the way your specific industry works, the customers you’re trying to reach, and the results that actually matter to your bottom line.

Since 2014, we’ve worked with businesses across dozens of industries in Milwaukee and Chicago. That experience shows up in every project. We know what questions your customers are asking, what your competitors are doing online, and what it takes to stand out in your market.

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Real Estate

Real estate moves fast, and your website needs to keep up. Buyers are searching online before they ever call an agent, and if your site doesn’t make a strong first impression, they’ll move on. We build real estate websites that showcase your listings beautifully, capture leads automatically, and make it easy for buyers and sellers to reach you. Whether you’re an independent agent or a growing brokerage, your site should be working as hard as you are.

Home Services

Plumbers, electricians, HVAC techs, landscapers, you name it. If you show up to people’s homes and fix things, your website is how new customers decide whether to call you or the other company down the street. We design home service websites that build trust fast, rank well in local search, and turn visitors into booked jobs. In a competitive Milwaukee market, that edge matters.

Restaurants and Bars

Milwaukee and Chicago have incredible food and drink scenes, which means competition is fierce. Your website should make people hungry before they even walk through the door. We build sites for restaurants, bars, and cafes that feature your menu, handle reservations and online ordering, and show off the vibe of your space. If your current site still has a PDF menu from 2019, it’s time for an upgrade.

Health and Wellness

People choosing a chiropractor, gym, or massage therapist are making a trust decision. Your website needs to feel professional and welcoming at the same time. We create health and wellness websites that highlight your expertise, make booking easy, and give potential clients the confidence to choose you over the competition.

Construction and Contracting

In construction, your work speaks for itself. But people need to find you first. We design contractor websites that showcase your past projects, explain your services clearly, and generate quote requests. A strong online presence tells potential clients you’re established, professional, and ready to deliver.

Retail and E-Commerce

Whether you have a storefront on Brady Street or you’re selling nationwide, your online store needs to be fast, easy to use, and built to convert. We build e-commerce websites with clean checkout flows, smart product pages, and the kind of design that makes people want to buy. And if you’re a local shop looking to expand online, we’ve helped plenty of Milwaukee businesses do exactly that.

Non-Profit Organizations

Your mission matters, and your website should make that obvious. We build non-profit websites that tell your story, drive donations, and connect you with supporters who care about your cause. From fundraising integration to volunteer sign-ups, we make sure your site is a tool that actually helps you do more good.

Education and Training

Schools, training programs, and online learning platforms need websites that are clear, credible, and easy to use. We create education websites that help you attract students, explain your programs, and make enrollment simple. If your current site confuses more than it clarifies, we can fix that.

Financial Services

Trust is everything when people are choosing who to trust with their money. We design financial services websites that look professional, communicate your expertise clearly, and make potential clients feel confident about working with you. Clean design, clear messaging, and strong credibility signals are what set you apart.

Legal

Law firm websites have unique requirements. The messaging needs to be compelling but compliant, the design needs to convey authority, and the content needs to address the specific concerns of potential clients. We’ve worked with firms across practice areas and understand what legal websites need to do differently. Check out our work with a San Francisco personal injury firm to see what we mean.

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Why Businesses in Milwaukee and Chicago Choose Lakeside

We’re not a big agency that treats you like a ticket number. We’re a small, focused team that cares about getting results for the businesses we work with. Every project starts with a real conversation about your goals, your customers, and what’s actually going to move the needle for your business.

Here’s what that looks like in practice:

• Industry-specific design: We don’t use the same template for a law firm and a pizza shop. Every site is built around your industry’s needs and your customers’ expectations.
• SEO built in from day one: Every site we build is optimized for search from the start. Not as an add-on. Not as an afterthought. It’s part of the foundation.
• Local expertise: We know Milwaukee and Chicago. We know the markets, the competition, and what local customers are searching for. That local SEO knowledge shows up in everything we build.
• Real support after launch: We don’t disappear after your site goes live. We offer ongoing website maintenance and support so your site stays fast, secure, and up to date.

Ready to see what a website built for your industry looks like? Check out our customer stories or start a conversation today.