Blog — Hiring designers in Metro Detroit

Straight answers on hiring design.

What design actually costs in Metro Detroit, how to choose between a freelancer, an agency, and a subscription, and how to hire someone you won't regret.

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How much does a website cost in Michigan?

The real 2026 ranges for DIY, freelancer, and custom builds, and what changes the price.

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How much does graphic design cost in Metro Detroit?

Logos, catalogs, spec sheets, and when a subscription beats paying per project.

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Freelance designer vs. agency in Michigan

What you're really paying for with each, and which fits your business.

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In-house designer vs. subscription vs. agency

The honest cost comparison for a company with steady design needs.

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Custom website vs. template

The cost, time, and quality tradeoff, and which one your business needs.

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WordPress vs. Shopify

Which platform fits a content site, a store, or a B2B catalog.

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DIY builder vs. hiring a designer

Wix and Squarespace vs. a pro: what your time and results are really worth.

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Metro Detroit graphic design companies & studios

The types of design firms here and how to pick the right one.

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Metro Detroit web design companies: a list

Agencies, studios, and freelancers serving the Metro Detroit area.

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How to hire a web design consultant

The questions to ask before you sign, and the red flags to walk away from.

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Logo design cost in Michigan

What a professional logo runs, and why $5 logos cost more in the end.

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Product catalog design for manufacturers

What makes a catalog a buyers actually specify from, and what it costs.

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Trade show booth & display graphics guide

What to design, sizing and file rules, and how far ahead to start.