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You deserve a web partner who actually responds.

We build websites that work—and we're here when you need us.

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You've experienced this before.

Your previous designer disappeared after launch. Your developer takes weeks to respond to simple questions. You're managing your site yourself because finding reliable help feels impossible.

You're not asking for the moon. You just want:

  • A website that actually works for your business
  • Clear communication throughout the process
  • Someone who responds when you need help
  • Confidence that your digital presence is in good hands

That shouldn't be hard to find. But somehow, it is.

Every project is a partnership, not a transaction.

At Block 81, we don't just build your website and hand you the keys. We follow a three-phase partnership model that ensures your site doesn't just launch well—it keeps working long after launch day.

Phase 1: Build (or Rebuild)

Whether you need a full website from scratch or a redesign of your existing site, we start with strategy. We dive into your brand, your audience, and your goals—then we design and develop something that actually serves your business.

What's included:

  • Strategic discovery and planning
  • Custom design aligned with your brand
  • Clean, accessible Craft CMS development
  • Training so your team feels confident managing content

Phase 2: Stabilization (included)

Launch day isn't the finish line—it's the beginning. Every project includes 90 days of post-launch support to make sure everything runs smoothly, answer questions as your team gets comfortable with the site, and handle any refinements.

You're not on your own. We're right there with you.

Phase 3: Ongoing Partnership

After the stabilization period, your site transitions to one of our ongoing support plans. Monthly maintenance, security updates, performance monitoring, and someone who actually picks up the phone when you need changes.

Your website stays current. Your business stays moving. And you have a partner you can count on.

We work with businesses who get it.

Our clients span professional services, nonprofits, construction, manufacturing, and tech—but what they all have in common is this:

  • They understand their website is a business asset, not just an online brochure
  • They value quality and know that cheap shortcuts cost more in the long run
  • They want a partner, not a vendor who vanishes after the invoice is paid

If that sounds like you, we should talk.

Recent Work

A few recent projects where we helped create digital solutions that connect with their audiences in meaningful ways.

View More of Our Work

Your attention to detail, integrity to process and execution and your dedication in maximizing the website experience for both clients and users are truly your strengths. You've been reliable on every request and provided nothing but top notch work.

Rick Rodriguez

Small Studio. Big Capabilities.

This is Block 81. We're a Portland web design and development studio serving businesses throughout Oregon and beyond. For more than 20 years, we've been helping organizations bring their ideas to life online—and building relationships that last.

As a small studio, you get a personal touch that makes every project feel seamless and collaborative. You work directly with someone who knows your business and your goals, not a revolving door of account managers.

We specialize in:

Our process is flexible and time-tested, designed to fit your unique goals and guide you from the first conversation to launch day—and beyond.

Get to Know Block 81

Ready to work with a partner you can count on?

Whether you're starting from scratch, redesigning an existing site, or just need someone reliable to support what you already have—let's talk.

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