Get found in search engines.
Get recommended by AI tools.
Strategic optimisation for both traditional search and the AI recommendation layer—so you show up in both.
For You IfIs SEO Right for Your Business?
This service suits businesses that understand SEO isn't instant magic.
It's strategic work applied consistently over time, with results that compound.
✦ You want visibility but don't want to become an SEO expert yourself
✦ You value ethical, sustainable practices over quick-fix promises
✦ You're prepared to invest months (not days) for meaningful results
✦ You need clear reporting without jargon overload
Timeline
3–6 months for results
Approach
Audit, implementation, monitoring
Includes
Technical fixes, content strategy, AI optimisation
Reporting
Monthly performance tracking
Starting From
£200 / $270 initial audit
The ApproachStructure, Not Shortcuts
Ethical optimisation that compounds over time—no overnight promises, no risky tactics.
SEO here isn’t about overnight ranking promises or mysterious “secrets”. It’s structure, clarity and consistency, applied methodically. It starts with a full audit of technical health, current rankings, content gaps and AI visibility. Then comes implementation: fixing technical issues, optimising existing content and adding schema markup so search engines and AI models understand your business properly. I’ve also written up what actually matters for SEO on Squarespace. You’ll never be asked to become an SEO person, but you will be asked for clarity on your services, locations and what clients actually ask you.
AI Optimisation (AIO) reflects how people now ask platforms like ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity and Gemini for recommendations alongside Google. Content needs semantic richness, clear structure and entity relationships that large language models can parse and reference. It isn’t separate from traditional SEO; it’s the same principles, evolved. Reporting is straightforward: what’s improved, what needs attention and what to adjust. No vanity metrics or guaranteed-ranking promises, just honest assessment and clear recommendations. Planning a platform move? Read my guide to protecting your rankings during a platform move before you switch.
What This Achieves
Become visible for relevant searches
Appear when your ideal clients are actually looking for services like yours.
Help search engines understand you
Proper structure and metadata clarify what you offer and who you serve.
Fix technical issues
Resolve problems with site speed, mobile performance, and crawlability.
Create findable content
Structure information so both humans and algorithms understand it.
Get recommended by AI
Show up when people ask ChatGPT, Claude, or Perplexity for suggestions.
Track real progress
Monitor rankings, traffic, and conversions with clear, honest reporting.
Service ComponentsComprehensive Optimisation
From technical fixes to content strategy—everything needed to improve visibility.
Analysis & Strategy
- Comprehensive technical, content, and AI visibility audit
- Keyword research aligned with business goals
- Competitor analysis and opportunity identification
- Strategic roadmap with prioritised recommendations
Implementation
- On-page optimisation (titles, meta descriptions, headers, structure)
- Technical SEO fixes (speed, mobile performance, Core Web Vitals)
- Schema markup and structured data implementation
- Image optimisation with descriptive alt text
- Google Search Console and Analytics configuration
Ongoing Optimisation
- Monthly performance monitoring and reporting
- Content recommendations and optimisation
- Technical maintenance and issue resolution
- Strategy refinement based on results
How it worksFrom Discovery to Launch
A transparent process with clear milestones and no surprises.
Audit
Establish current state, identify technical issues, map opportunities.
Implementation
Fix technical problems, optimise content, implement structured data.
Monitor
Track rankings, traffic, and AI visibility across platforms.
Refine
Adjust strategy based on performance data, industry changes, and business evolution.
Recent projectsSEO Transformations
Strategic optimisation that gets found. Technical foundations. Content that ranks. Measurable traffic growth.
Three core principles that go beyond beautiful websites
Communication Mastery
Content strategy rooted in search intent and audience psychology. Keywords that connect with real searches.
Squarespace Partner
Technical SEO expertise specific to Squarespace. Platform optimisation others miss.
Audience-Resonant Design
SEO that serves both search engines and humans. Structure that ranks and converts.
What AH clients say
Jack Barnes
Senior Land Manager, SevenHomes
"Anna appointed as lead design consultant created a professional and consistent approach for our public consultation event. A bespoke website was created that enabled us to gather valuable feedback following the event, helping to inform our strategy moving forward. We would not hesitate to work with AH Studio again in the future."
Nazeem Harvey
Founder and CEO, The Dandelion Philosophy
"Anna possesses that rare blend of creativity, technical skill, and leadership. She has consistently exceeded expectations and showcased a keen understanding of our brand identity. She has shaped our marketing and creative operations, provided guidance and support, and has become a respected leader, mentor and role model to her colleagues."
Laura & Joey
Founders, Love of The Moon
"Anna was wonderful to work with. She was knowledgeable and helpful with our project and offered advice to guide us in the right direction. We appreciated the time she took to really understand our needs. She was responsive, kind and professional. Highly recommend!"
Mieczyslaw Nowak
Artist Photographer, Photographic Association Founder
"A great design for the exhibition of my photographs in a historic building, a very interesting graphic layout of invitations and posters and other advertising material. Visitors to my exhibition emphasised this with appreciation."
Sophie Miles
Founder, Mindful Speech Therapy
"Anna was professional, warm and extremely thorough and efficient. She created a website that reflects my vision so well. My expectations were exceeded."
Vilhelmiina Vulli
Head of Media, illuminem
"Anna is a genuinely inspiring powerhouse of a person. Her communication and organisational skills are the glue that binds our team together to deliver value, time and time again. She has a fantastic eye for aesthetics and her creativity have made a significant impact on our brand visibility and engagement."
Andrew Mower
ACCA AFM Expert Tutor & Founder, Andrew Mower Tuition
"Anna helped me set up a Squarespace website. She worked quickly and efficiently, and most importantly was very good at communicating so the website met my needs. Highly recommended!"
Laura Wilkinson
Strategic Communications & Copywriting Professional
"Anna is a valuable asset to any creative team. Her creativity and attention to detail has significantly elevated our brand's identity and she consistently delivers stunning designs that resonate with our audience. I wholeheartedly recommend Anna for any role that demands a highly skilled, creative, and strategic graphic designer."
Lee Jones
Senior Technical Manager, SevenHomes
"Anna demonstrates exceptional professionalism and a real understanding of content and clients' needs, together with a beautiful flair for creative, contemporary and exciting design. Her knowledge and expertise are a real asset to the forward thinking promotion of any business."
Mohebat Rezvani
Serial Entrepreneur and Business Consultant
"Anna is not just a Team Director and Master Planner; she's the creative force that brings unmatched design flair to our projects. Her reliability in the face of big challenges is truly commendable. She fosters a friendly atmosphere, making every project enjoyable while ensuring accountability."
Sarah Voltmann
Founder & CEO, The Tarsus Project
"Anna has an incredible ability to translate business strategy into beautiful visuals. What matters most is that she's a solid sounding board for ideas and can help identify holes in user experience. A beautiful logo and web page are great, but a competent thought partner is priceless!"
Nazeem Harvey
Founder and CEO, The Dandelion Philosophy
"Anna is an incredible leader. She has been the driving force behind our revamped website and the production of incredible marketing materials. Her knack for efficiency has made our creative team shine. She is not just a talented designer but a powerhouse of creativity and leadership who makes everyone around her feel motivated and valued."
Karolina Łochowska
Yoga Coach & Founder, Ka Yoga
"From start to finish, the entire experience was seamless and truly professional. AH Studio brings exceptional creative flair to website design, turning my vision into something far beyond what I had imagined. Anna's talent for crafting a cohesive brand identity and elevating my online presence was remarkable. My brand has never looked better!"
Michał Czech
General Manager, Tensator
"Cooperation with Anna allowed us to increase our competitive advantage in many projects, which enabled us to acquire new clients and develop cooperation with existing ones. I recommend Anna as a professional, committed to cooperation and effective in carrying out tasks."
Jonathon Simonetis
Founder, Laser Tag Tasmania
"Anna fully understood my job requirements. She assisted with rebranding and creating new content for my website on Squarespace. Her communication was clear and concise, and she provided well-considered options. The job was completed within agreed timelines. I would have no hesitation working with her again."
Erica Key
CLO & Co-Founder, Learning Seeds
"Anna truly cared about our mission and this project. She created a playful, on-brand landing page that makes me smile each time I see it. She had good suggestions for content segmentation and a very collaborative 'we can' attitude. We'd love to work with her again."
Sean Kirby
Founder, Kirby Decor
"Hiring Anna to revamp my website proved to be a great decision. She smoothly migrated the site to a new platform and created fresh content for new pages. The website is fully responsive, ensuring a seamless user experience across all devices. Anna's strategic approach, combined with her expertise and eye for design, resulted in a website that looks great and translates to business growth."
Paul
Founder, Bubble Hospitality & SOI
"I would highly recommend Anna as a designer. Her design concepts are amazing. I've used Anna's services for multiple complex concepts and she has delivered every time. She is a great communicator and demonstrates a willingness that others don't."
Kathleen Fariss
Strategist, Leadership Coach & Change Agent
"If you're looking for a kind and experienced professional who can help launch your brand, Anna is someone you want on your team. She helps businesses position themselves, generate leads and make it easier for clients to find your business. She's tech savvy and fun to work with. I recommend her to any client looking to elevate their brand!"
Laura Wilkinson
Copywriting Freelancer
"I worked with Anna for 2 years and she always went above and beyond in producing designs that complemented our brand and messaging. She considers all elements of a project and always brought a unique approach. I'd highly recommend using her services!"
Jessica Wilkinson
Marketing and Social Media Executive
"Anna is a brilliant graphic designer with a keen eye for detail and composition. Every piece of work she produces is meticulously planned and executed resulting in stunning finished products. She's fantastic at turning clients' visions into something beautiful and on brand. I would highly recommend her!"
Real Results. Real Partnerships.
Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat You Need to Know About SEO
How long until I see results?
SEO results typically become visible within 3–6 months for competitive keywords, though easier terms or local search may show improvement sooner.
AI visibility through AIO can show early signs faster than traditional SEO, but it's still not instant or guaranteed. Anyone promising overnight rankings is either targeting irrelevant keywords or using risky tactics.
What's the difference between SEO and AIO?
Traditional SEO focuses on ranking in search engines like Google for specific keywords. AIO (AI Optimisation) focuses on being recommended by AI platforms when users ask questions.
SEO prioritises backlinks and domain authority; AIO prioritises clear content structure and semantic richness. Both matter because search behaviour now includes both traditional searching and conversational AI queries.
Optimising for both ensures maximum visibility.
Can you guarantee first-page rankings?
No ethical SEO provider can guarantee specific rankings—search algorithms are constantly evolving and controlled entirely by Google. What's guaranteed here is best-practice optimisation following Google's guidelines, transparent reporting, and strategic recommendations based on data.
Most clients see significant ranking improvements within six months, but specific positions cannot be promised.
Is SEO included in website design services?
Foundational SEO is included in all website projects—on-page optimisation, technical basics, proper structure, and Search Console setup. However, ongoing SEO—monthly content recommendations, advanced keyword research, competitor monitoring, continuous optimisation—is a separate service.
Most businesses benefit from combining website design with ongoing SEO for best long-term results.
What if I'm already working with an SEO agency?
An independent audit can provide a second opinion, identifying what current efforts might be missing.
Alternatively, services can be scoped specifically to Squarespace technical optimisation whilst keeping content strategy with your existing agency. Transparency about current SEO work helps tailor the right approach without overlap.
How do you measure success?
Success is measured through multiple data points: organic traffic growth, keyword ranking improvements for target terms, search visibility scores, conversion rates from organic traffic, featured snippet appearances, and AI recommendation frequency.
Monthly reports track these metrics with a clear explanation of what trends mean for your business. No vanity metrics, no inflated interpretations.
Start With an Honest Assessment
Reach out to discuss your current SEO situation, business goals, and what realistic optimisation looks like for your industry and timeline.
No pressure, no sales pitch—just an honest conversation about your business and how to move forward.
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