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When off-the-shelf isn't enough.

Complex requirements need clean engineering. We build bespoke storefronts, custom platform apps, and deep third-party integrations — the kind of work that gives you a durable competitive edge.

What we do

What custom development covers

Custom headless storefronts

Performance-first storefronts built with Next.js, Nuxt, or Hydrogen — fully custom design, no template compromises, and CWV scores in the green.

Custom platform apps

Shopify apps, BigCommerce widgets, and custom admin tools that extend the platform in ways no off-the-shelf plugin can match.

Third-party integration

ERPs, PIMs, WMS, loyalty platforms, review systems — we integrate anything and make it reliable, not just functional.

Performance engineering

When speed is a commercial requirement, we go deep: edge rendering, ISR, streaming SSR, and infrastructure optimisation.

Checkout extensibility

Custom checkout flows, upsell mechanics, multi-currency support, and B2B purchasing portals built on solid foundations.

Real-time systems

Live inventory, dynamic pricing, real-time stock notifications — systems that keep your storefront honest and your customers informed.

Our core technology stack

Next.jsReactTypeScriptHydrogenNuxtRemixNode.jsGraphQLVercelCloudflareSanityContentfulNext.jsReactTypeScriptHydrogenNuxtRemixNode.jsGraphQLVercelCloudflareSanityContentful
60+
Custom storefronts shipped
5
Commerce platforms we build on
98%
Projects delivered on time
€40M+
Client revenue through our builds
FAQ

Common questions

How do you handle ongoing maintenance after launch?

We offer retained development agreements — either a fixed monthly hours bank or a full managed service. Most clients stay on a retainer because they want to keep shipping new features after launch.

Do you work with in-house dev teams?

Yes, and we enjoy it. We can lead or support — acting as a specialist extension of your team on the eCommerce-specific pieces while your team owns other areas.

How do you price custom development?

We quote fixed-price for well-scoped projects and time & materials for exploratory or ongoing work. We'll recommend the right model for your situation after an initial scoping session.

What's the minimum project size?

For custom development engagements, our minimum is typically €15,000. Below that, the scoping and onboarding overhead makes it difficult to do excellent work within a sustainable budget.

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Have something complex in mind?

Tell us what you're trying to build. The more specific you can be about the problem, the better our initial thinking will be.

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