I help ambitious businesses build stronger brands, better digital experiences, and products people love. From your first logo to your next big innovation, Forbes Design brings strategic thinking and hands-on design expertise to every stage of your growth.
Build a brand people recognize and keep your business looking its best. From visual identity to scroll-stopping social content, get consistent, professional design without hiring an in-house team.
Custom websites on Shopify, Wix, Framer or custom code
E-commerce setup: products, payments, shipping
Print-on-demand and merch stores
Mobile-first, SEO and analytics setup
Launch in 1–3 weeks for most small-business sites
Best for: Businesses ready to launch online or start selling products.
Custom quote
App & Software Design
For founders and teams turning an app idea into a product people actually use. Research-backed UX and polished UI, from the first user flow to developer-ready screens.
Best for: Startups, product teams and health-tech companies building mobile apps, web apps or software.
Custom quote
Product & Innovation
Built to transform complex challenges into human-centered products through strategic research, thoughtful design, and rapid prototyping. From early-stage concepts to validated digital experiences and manufacturable products, Forbes Design bridges user needs, technical feasibility, and business goals to bring ideas to life.
Brand work is part of the Brand & Content plan, which starts at $199 a month. It covers your logo, color and type system, brand guidelines, print, merch design and ongoing social content, and you can pause or cancel anytime. If you only need a logo, book a free call and I'll put together a custom plan.
How much does a website cost?
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Web projects start at $499 and are quoted per project. Depending on scope, that covers design, build and launch, mobile layouts, and for online stores, products, payments and shipping. Larger sites and custom features are quoted after a free consultation.
Can I combine services from different packages?
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Yes. Need a logo and a website? Pieces from different packages can be combined into one custom plan. Tell me what you need on a free call and I'll put the plan together.
Websites & online stores
Can you build my website or online store?
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Yes, on whatever platform fits your business: Shopify for online stores, Wix or Framer for visual sites you can easily update yourself, or a custom-coded site when you need something no template can do.
I build with AI-assisted development using Claude, which lets me move from design to a working site faster without cutting corners. This site is an example.
How long does it take to build a website?
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Most small-business websites launch in 1 to 3 weeks, and online stores in 2 to 4 weeks. Building with AI shortens the build itself. The biggest variable is usually how quickly content like photos, product details and copy comes together.
Apps & software
Can you design my mobile app or software?
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Yes. I design mobile apps, web apps and software from the first user interview to developer-ready screens: UX research, user flows, wireframes, clickable prototypes, polished UI and design systems. On clinical software like Mimics Enlight and StatChat, I led UX research and interaction design, working closely with the engineering teams. App projects are quoted after a free call.
Product design
Can you help me develop a product idea or invention?
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Yes. For inventors, startups and product teams, I take ideas from sketches and renderings to 3D CAD for prototyping and 3D printing, plus visuals for patents and pitch decks. I've brought products to market myself, including the Model G hospital gown, so I can help you test the idea before you spend on manufacturing. Pricing is a custom quote.
Working together
Do you work with clients outside Michigan?
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Yes. Forbes Design is based in Metro Detroit, Michigan, and works with clients across the country remotely, as well as local businesses from Ann Arbor to Royal Oak.
Do I own my logo and website files?
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Yes. You own your final logo, brand files and website, and I hand over everything you need to use them anywhere.
Do you take freelance or contract work with larger teams?
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Yes. Alongside small-business work, I take project and retainer engagements with startups, health-tech companies and established teams. These range from a focused research or prototyping sprint to an embedded design role. My background is mostly in healthcare: medical devices, surgical planning software and VR clinical training, plus future mobility concepts at Hyundai-Kia.
What tools do you use?
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Figma for UI and design systems, SolidWorks and Rhino for product CAD, KeyShot for rendering and Adobe Creative Suite for graphics. For websites: Shopify, Wix, Framer, custom code with Cursor, and more. I also use AI tools like Claude, ChatGPT and Midjourney across research, concept generation and development.
How do I get started?
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Book a free 15-minute intro call through the contact page, or call (313) 315-4334. Tell me about your business and what you need, and I'll reply within one business day with next steps.
Have an idea that's ready for more?
Tell me what you're working on. I'll reply within one business day with next steps.
