Vanessa Hartley Homes
Vanessa Hartley Real Estate is a luxury agent brand built to attract high-end buyers and showcase Raleigh's most sought-after neighborhoods.
Services
Branding & Web Design
Category
Real Estate
Client
Vanessa Hartley
Analysis - Performance and Responsiveness
Vanessa’s site was built from the ground up in Framer to deliver a high-end browsing experience. Luxury clients expect polished design and fast performance. We used lightweight animations and mobile-first structure to keep things smooth, fast, and professional.
Performance
• Native Framer Transitions: Fast, smooth page loads with clean motion.
• Optimized Assets: Listings and lifestyle photos compressed for performance.
• Streamlined Components: All UI blocks were modular and reuse-friendly.
• SEO Structure: Semantic layout and metadata for crawlability.
Responsiveness
Layouts were designed to adjust seamlessly across devices. Every section was structured vertically for scroll-first behavior. Tap areas, spacing, and text were tuned for mobile touch, while still feeling elegant on larger screens.
Problem - Site and Service Improvement
Most agents use generic templates that fail to stand out. Vanessa needed something distinct, elevated, and tailored to Raleigh’s luxury buyer. The site had to look high-end, but still feel approachable and warm.
Experience Rework
• Elegant Visual System: Neutral colors, classic type, and generous white space.
• Curated Sections: Homepage moves from intro to listings to social proof with minimal friction.
• Emotion-Driven Design: Lifestyle photos and soft text tone make the brand feel personal.
• Focused CTAs: Strategically placed to encourage contact after building trust.
Solution - Communication and Deployment
The project was executed to give Vanessa a strong launch and full control moving forward. Every element was designed for flexibility and independence inside Framer’s visual editor.
Communication
We started with references and positioning goals. Wireframes were tested in Framer early, allowing live previews before full development. Content blocks were built modularly so Vanessa can duplicate and adjust without needing a dev. Final delivery included mobile pass checks, internal SEO tags, and performance tuning for launch.
