Business Details
21 Years
experience
Expert Web Design & Branding Services in San Mateo
Donoughe Design was founded in 2005 with a mission to deliver high-quality web design and branding solutions through a blend of art, technology, and marketing expertise. Our team collaborates closely with clients ranging from small businesses and nonprofits to universities and enterprise organizations, creating custom websites, brand identities, and print materials. With decades of combined experience, our work spans projects for institutions like Stanford University and corporations such as Adobe and Disney.We prioritize personalized service while maintaining the technical and creative standards of a large agency. Our studio in San Mateo, CA, serves as a hub for innovation, where we focus on solving complex communication challenges and delivering user-centric digital experiences.
Services
Custom Websites
WordPress Sites
Brand Identity Development
Print Design
Website Redesign
Annual Reports
Logo Design
Interactive Development
Signage Design
Public Art Installations
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in web design and branding for diverse industries.
- Our team combines big-agency expertise with personalized small-studio service.
- We serve clients ranging from Fortune 500 companies to local nonprofits and universities.
- Our technical specialists ensure seamless integration with any technology platform.
- We maintain a collaborative process from concept to final implementation.
Services
Custom Websites
We create tailored websites that align with brand identity and technical requirements. Our process includes user experience planning, responsive design, and SEO optimization. Clients benefit from solutions that range from university portals to corporate platforms, ensuring scalability and long-term maintainability.
WordPress Sites
Our WordPress implementations combine modern design with functional flexibility. We deliver fully customized themes and plugins while maintaining platform compatibility. Ideal for nonprofits and small businesses seeking cost-effective content management solutions with room for growth and technical customization.
Brand Identity Development
We craft distinctive visual identities that communicate brand values through typography, color systems, and logo applications. Our approach ensures consistency across digital and print media. Recent work includes rebranding for architecture firms and educational institutions seeking modern market relevance.
Print Design
From annual reports to signage programs, we produce print materials that extend digital brand systems into physical spaces. Our designs maintain visual continuity across mediums while optimizing for production costs and material quality specifications.
Website Redesign
We modernize outdated websites through comprehensive audits and strategic updates. Our process includes content migration, accessibility improvements, and technology stack upgrades. Recent projects involved transitioning clients from legacy CMS platforms to modern WordPress implementations while preserving brand equity.
People
Don Donoughe
Creative Director
Founder with 25+ years in web design, previously at CKS Partners and Maus Haus. Led branding projects for Apple, United Airlines, and Disney. Holds degrees from Indiana University of PA and California College of Arts.
Malinda Lai
Chief Technologist
Technical lead with 20+ years of CMS implementation experience. Specializes in WordPress, Sitecore, and enterprise database integration. Graduated from UC Berkeley with expertise in translating complex technical requirements into client-friendly solutions.
Sofia Valko
Production Artist
Graphic designer with an MA from Saint Petersburg Art and Industry Academy. Specializes in print production and digital asset preparation. Recognized for award-winning work in the 2006 Media Arts Competition at College of San Mateo.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We work with educational institutions, nonprofits, architecture firms, and corporate clients including past projects for universities and Fortune 500 companies.
Do you handle complete website overhauls?
Yes, we specialize in full redesigns including content migration, brand updates, and technical platform transitions like our recent WordPress migrations.
Can you create both digital and print materials?
We offer integrated solutions across websites, brand identities, and print collateral including signage, annual reports, and marketing materials.
How do you ensure brand consistency?
Our process develops unified style guides that apply across all digital and print applications, ensuring cohesive visual communication for your organization.
What's your development approach?
We combine user experience research with technical implementation, focusing on accessibility standards, SEO best practices, and long-term maintainability for all projects.
