Urban Unwind Massage
Client Type
Entrepreneur
Masseuse
Project Focus
Website Development
Custome Website Graphics & Animations
Project Overview
The client, an entrepreneur and licensed massage therapist, launched her own wellness business with a focus on providing restorative, personalized massage experiences. Her vision was to create a calming space, both physically and digitally, where clients could unwind and escape the fast pace of city life. With a simple logo already designed and a clear brand direction centered on relaxation, city visuals and a color pallete, she sought a website that would reflect her identity and offer a seamless booking experience. The primary goal was to design a visually soothing online presence that also served as an effective tool for client engagement and appointment management.

Website Design & Development
The web design and development process was a highly collaborative effort, as the client came into the project with a strong vision for the look, feel, and functionality of her brand. Working closely together, the website was crafted to reflect her desire for a calming, nature-inspired aesthetic while meeting the operational needs of a growing wellness practice. The final design was fully mobile-responsive, ensuring accessibility across all devices and making it easy for clients to engage with the site, whether at home or on the go.
Strategic call-to-action buttons were placed throughout the site to encourage bookings and guide both new and returning clients toward scheduling their appointments. Special care was taken to design clear user pathways for different audiences, whether someone was learning about the business for the first time or returning to book another session.
The website also included access to essential documentation, allowing clients to view or complete intake forms, agree to service conditions, and submit personal information securely. Confidentiality and privacy were prioritized in the design, with secure links and clear notices in place to maintain trust and compliance with industry standards.
This collaborative, user-focused approach resulted in a website that was not only visually aligned with the client’s brand but also practical and secure for both the business owner and her clients.
Booking Platform & Square Integration
A core functional requirement was integrating Square Appointments to manage scheduling and payments. The Square booking system was embedded directly into the site, allowing visitors to easily schedule, reschedule, or cancel appointments. The integration was designed to offer a frictionless user journey, guiding clients from the homepage to booking in just a few clicks. Square’s backend allowed the client to continue managing her business effectively, with tools for calendar syncing, automated reminders, and secure payment processing. This approach kept operations streamlined while maintaining a professional and user-friendly experience.
Custom Graphics and Animations
The visual design of the website was carefully enhanced with custom graphics and subtle animations to reflect the client’s core theme: creating a relaxing, restorative space for those seeking an escape from the stress of city life. A blend of city-themed imagery and serene massage visuals was used to tell this story, juxtaposing the busy, fast-paced environment of urban living with the calm, healing atmosphere of the client’s services.
To further support the sense of tranquility, gentle flowing lines and organic accent shapes were incorporated throughout the site. These design elements subtly mimicked the movements of massage, gliding, sweeping, and soothing, adding a tactile, almost sensory quality to the visual experience. Soft transitions, slow hover effects, and light motion cues helped create a smooth and peaceful browsing experience without overwhelming the user.
Together, these graphics and animations worked to immerse visitors in a calming environment that reflected both the physical benefits of massage and the emotional relief of stepping away from the noise of everyday life. The end result was a digital space that not only looked beautiful but felt aligned with the client’s mission of healing and escape.

custom design

custom graphics

UX/UI design

mobile responsive

organic SEO

client accounts & login

events and calendars

confidentiality & compliance

speed optimization

analytics
Accomplished Goals
Brand Alignment and Atmosphere
The website reflects the client’s vision through calming, city-inspired elements and color palette that captures the essence of relaxation and escape from city life. Visitors are greeted with a peaceful and relaxing tone right from the start.
Streamlined Booking Experience
Seamlessly integrated Square Appointments to simplify the scheduling process. This allowed both new and returning clients to easily book, reschedule, and manage their appointments, improving user convenience and reducing administrative workload.
Confidentiality and Compliance
Secure access to intake forms, consent agreements, and other important documents ensured client information was protected. This approach fostered trust while making necessary paperwork easily available.
Credentials and Expertise Showcased
The client’s professional qualifications, certifications, and experience were prominently highlighted throughout the site. This clear presentation helped build credibility and reassured visitors that they were in expert hands, enhancing trust and encouraging bookings.
Final Results
A Website That Hit All the Right Pressure Points
The final website delivered exactly what the client envisioned: a soothing, inviting digital retreat that doubled as a smooth-operating business hub. With Square Appointments seamlessly integrated, booking became as effortless and relaxing as a well-timed massage stroke. Both new and returning clients could easily schedule sessions, review important documents, and agree to terms, all while keeping their information as secure as a massage therapist’s secret technique.
The site’s design moved with subtle animations and calming visuals that mirrored the flow of massage and the sweet escape from city stress. It encouraged visitors to slow down, breathe deep, and book a little me-time amid the urban hustle.
Carolyn Pinnock
Owner & LMT, Urban Unwind