Independent & Personal
One designer — direct communication and real accountability.
Solo • Centreville, VA • Design • Code • Commerce
I’m a one-person dev shop focused on clean UX, accessibility-first builds, and measurable results. I build fast, maintainable sites that help small businesses and creators turn visitors into customers.
One designer — direct communication and real accountability.
Fast, mobile-first sites built for search and speed.
Designs tailored to unique brands — stand out and build trust.
Thoughtful designs, measurable results — case studies focused on conversion, accessibility, and speed.
A dramatic, story-driven website for D.C.’s independent ghost tour company. I rebuilt their static site with immersive visuals, stronger SEO, and clear booking pathways to help them stand out from corporate competitors.
A modern WordPress and WooCommerce rebuild for Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania’s historic Old Jail Museum. I transformed their outdated Wix site into a polished, mobile-friendly store and tour hub with integrated bookings and merchandise.
Design, development, and commerce-focused work that helps creators and small businesses grow.
Full WordPress builds and WooCommerce storefronts — easy editing and reliable commerce.
Custom Shopify themes and store optimization for faster checkouts and higher AOV.
Fast, SEO-friendly static sites and JAMstack builds for speed and low maintenance.
Accessibility audits, remediation, and semantic HTML to reach more users and reduce risk.
Local & regional clients
I regularly work with local attractions, indie labels, and small businesses across Fairfax County and Northern Virginia — and with partners up and down the U.S. East Coast.
“Everyone's been telling me that [Cain is] the best investment I've ever made.”
Real outcomes for local clients
A simple, four-step process that keeps projects on time and on budget.
Research, goals, and a short strategy session.
Wireframes, visual direction, and prototypes.
Accessible, tested implementation and CMS setup.
Deploy, monitor, and hand off with documentation.
Practical, performance-first websites that keep humans and search engines happy.
Practical work for local organizations
I deliver maintainable sites — clean CMS workflows, clear documentation, and dependable deployments so your small team can move fast.
Inclusive sites for all users
I follow WCAG best practices and test with assistive tech so every visitor can complete their goals with confidence.
Fast on real devices
Optimized media, caching, and delivery so your site loads quickly for local and regional audiences.
Security-minded by design
Secure defaults, automated updates, and regular reviews keep your site reliable and compliant.
Proudly serving clients across the Washington, D.C. metro area and the U.S. East Coast.
Local web design, e-commerce and accessibility work for Fairfax County businesses and organizations.
Supporting small teams and attractions across Northern Virginia — strategy through launch.
Work with clients across the DC metro, and regional projects up and down the U.S. East Coast.
Can’t find your region? Get an estimate — remote work and hybrid arrangements welcome.
Local & regional partners
I partner with Fairfax County and Northern Virginia teams for redesigns, e-commerce builds, and performance audits — offering clear scope, transparent pricing, and dependable timelines.
Get in touch
Email — cain@gridghost.dev
Phone — (202) 596-6136 (please text to schedule calls — I'm often busy)
Availability, rates, and local projects