Why do we use Squarespace?
Chapter VII explains why we use Squarespace to design modern, ethical websites for UK businesses in London, Scotland, and across the UK.
At Chapter VII, every website we design starts with one core question:
Will this genuinely support our client’s business long-term?
That’s why we choose Squarespace as our primary web design platform. From startups in London to independent brands in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, and beyond, Squarespace enables us to build modern, high-performing websites that are beautiful, ethical, and easy to manage.
This isn’t about shortcuts or trends — it’s about using the right tool for sustainable, design-led results without expensive or trappy payment structures.
A Design-First Platform That Aligns With Our Values
Squarespace is fundamentally a design-led website platform. Its structure prioritises typography, spacing, hierarchy, and responsiveness — the foundations of effective visual communication.
At Chapter VII, we design websites that are:
Clear, not cluttered
Intentional, not over-engineered
Built around content, not plugins
This approach allows us to deliver cohesive, brand-forward websites for clients across the UK — whether they’re based in Brighton, Birmingham, York, or Cardiff.
As designer Khoi Vinh once said:
“Design is the rendering of intent.”
Squarespace gives us the framework to render that intent with clarity and consistency.
Built-In Responsiveness and Accessibility
Modern websites must work seamlessly across devices — and they must be accessible. Squarespace templates are responsive by default and follow many accessibility best practices, giving us a strong foundation to design inclusive websites from day one.
For our UK clients — including charities, female-founded businesses, and ethical brands — accessibility isn’t optional. It’s part of responsible design.
Fewer Plugins, Better Performance
Many platforms rely heavily on third-party plugins, which often leads to:
Slower websites
Security vulnerabilities
Ongoing maintenance issues
Squarespace takes a different approach. Core features like ecommerce, blogging, SEO tools, analytics, forms, and hosting are built directly into the platform.
For Chapter VII clients across Scotland, England, and Wales, this means:
Faster load times
Fewer technical headaches
Lower long-term costs
It’s a cleaner, more sustainable way to build websites.
Empowering Our Clients After Launch
Ethical web design doesn’t end at launch. We believe our clients should feel confident managing their own websites without being locked into expensive retainers or developer dependency.
Squarespace’s intuitive editor allows our clients — whether they’re in London, Sheffield, Aberdeen, or Nottingham — to:
Update content easily
Add blog posts or products
Make changes without coding knowledge
This autonomy is a core part of the Chapter VII ethos.
Secure, Reliable UK-Friendly Hosting
Squarespace includes:
Secure hosting
Free SSL certificates
Automatic updates and maintenance
This removes the technical burden many UK small businesses face when managing websites on more complex platforms. There’s no need to worry about hosting providers, server updates, or security patches — it’s all handled.
As Squarespace themselves explain:
“We take care of the technology so you can focus on growing your business.”
That aligns perfectly with how we work.
Why Squarespace Is the Right Choice for Chapter VII Clients
From Edinburgh and Glasgow to London and Manchester, Chapter VII designs Squarespace websites for clients who want:
Modern, design-led websites
Ethical, transparent pricing
Long-term usability, not short-term fixes
Squarespace allows us to deliver high-quality web design without unnecessary complexity — keeping our services accessible, fair, and sustainable.
In Summary: Why Chapter VII Chooses Squarespace
We use Squarespace because it allows us to create websites that are:
Beautiful and functional
Accessible and responsive
Secure and reliable
Easy for UK business owners to manage
Most importantly, it supports our mission at Chapter VII:
to design websites with intention, integrity, and impact — wherever our clients are based in the UK.
