Planning
A Trusted Advisor
You don't have to know the ins and outs of XML, CSS, AJAX, and RSS to benefit from these technologies. You need a trusted advisor to weigh the possibilities for you. At Deluge Studios, we know what works on the web. We know what's on the cutting edge, what's been proven reliable, and what's on the way out.
By staying familiar with the overwhelming number of tools and technologies available, we are able to find the perfect fit for you needs.
We Do Our Homework
We ask questions. We listen. We ask more questions. We get inside your company to understand your goals and dreams.
At Deluge, one of our key strengths lies in gaining a deep understanding of your processes, your problems, your headaches, and your vision for the future in order to create effective solutions to fit those needs.
Distinctive Craftsmanship
Your needs are unique. The solutions for your needs is also unique. We don't offer one-size-fits-all solutions to clients, because experience has taught us that one size never fits all.
We approach each project as a unique challenge and an opportunity to develop a unique solution. With so many companies offering canned, off-the-shelf, cookie-cutter solutions, it's rare to find a company devoted to excellence & unique craftsmanship.
Web
Thoughtful Design
Great design begins with a clear concept and concrete goals. We start with your target audience, strategy, and objectives and design a web presence that is intentional about achieving your goals.
Who are you trying to reach? College students? Business executives? 4th graders? Curious adults? we design dynamic, interactive websites that your target audience will be drawn to.
Usability Matters
Having a great looking site with well written content doesn't mean a thing if your audience can't find what's important to them. People often don't take the time to fully explore a web site; if they can't figure things out or find what they are looking for, they'll go somewhere else.
This can mean frustrated clients, lost business deals, and a poor reflection of your overall image. Out job as usability experts is to design site that are easy to navigate, connecting your audience with the information they need.
Data Solutions
The web is a powerful medium for connecting people and information. Database applications that previously existed on isolated computer systems can now be accessed over the internet.
We have a strong background in application development through our parent company, Custom Data Solutions. We can connect your website to existing databases, or create custom rich internet applications to meet your business needs.
Content Management
In a global market where "content" is king, the long-term success of your site ultimately lies in your ability to maintain its content.
We create websites with this in mind and offer several tools that allow you to keep your web content fresh and up to date. In addition to providing these tools, we are available to help update your site on a monthly or quarterly basis, or simply as needed.
Logos & Brand Identity
A well-crafted identity system is integral to building trust and effectively conveying your brand. A successful brand will not only communicate the identity of your company, but will also set you apart from competitors.
As designers, we pride ourselves in finding creative solutions to the challenges of creating a unique logo. Whether we're designing an identity system for a new startup or creating a revised logo for an existing company, we bring our experience and expertise to the table in order to put your company's best foot forward.
From Ads to Tees
Though our main focus is on the web, the Deluge team has an extensive background in traditional graphic design. We have experience creating collateral print materials for many of our web clients, and we put the same creativity and painstaking attention to detail that goes into out websites into our printed work as well.
Whether you simply need new business cards or a multi-page brochure for your next capital campaign, we'll help turn conceptual ideas into a tangible message your audience can understand.
Hot Off the Presses
>At the end of the day, a printing company will create the finished piece that we've designed for you. From selecting paper stock to choosing the printing method, the pre-press process is an important step in producing quality work.
We have relationships with several local and national printers and have experience working with them to perfect the final product; or, if you prefer, we can deliver print-ready files to your printer of choice.
Interactive
Dynamic Design
At Deluge, we specialize in creating interactive designers that capture the attention of your audience. Static web design is simply made more effective through the addition of tasteful sounds, carefully crafted animation, and meaningful interaction with the user.
By transforming an image into an experience, dynamic web design captivates the viewer and successfully communicates your message, amidst a culture of shortening attention spans and ever-increasing demands for rich, interactive content.
Custom Animation
One of the keys of successful interaction is creative and engaging animation that is seamlessly integrated within the design of the site.
At Deluge, we create custom animations that reflect the essence of your company's identity. Should something spring or slide into place? Will the movements be dramatic or subtle? We answer these questions by first understanding the ins and outs of who you are and what you do, because when it comes to animation, the design is in the details.
Is Flash the Right Solution?
Flash has inundated the web as one of the most popular technologies used to create rich, interactive websites. Along with usage, there has been a rise in question & concerns about compatibility, content management, and search-engine issues associated with Flash.
Because we use Flash everyday, we have learned to identify how or if Flash can meet the needs of our clients effectively. By combining flash & HTML into a hybrid site, we can utilize the benefits of Flash while avoiding many of the potential pitfalls.