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We guide lifestyle brands toward ecommerce independence. Through meticulously designed, innovative solutions, we eliminate barriers, providing our clients with the tools they need to scale and grow confidently.

Our approach is rooted in expertise across design, strategy, and technology. Led by founders, Monica and Alex, we’ve assembled a team of handpicked specialists who are as passionate about precision as they are about creativity.

Whether it's resolving legacy technical issues, crafting a bespoke Shopify experience, or implementing future-proof strategies, we pride ourselves on delivering more than just beautiful websites—our solutions work seamlessly and evolve effortlessly with your business.

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Vision

Our vision is to build lasting partnerships with our clients, empowering them to achieve true digital autonomy. We build ecommerce solutions that are not only beautifully crafted, but designed to grow and evolve, ensuring our clients can scale confidently without reliance on external support.

By blending design, strategy, and technology in equal parts, we push the boundaries of what ecommerce can achieve, giving brands the independence they need to thrive, adapt, and inspire long into the future.

Mission

Guided by aesthetics and innovation, we partner with the most forward-thinking brands to design their future. Our mission is to create truly tailored ecommerce solutions, where every decision is made with your business in mind. We remove the friction between ideation and realisation, ensuring a seamless transition from concept to scale.

We empower ecommerce businesses to take full ownership of their greatest digital asset—maximising its ROI and enabling long-term growth.

Our goal is simple: to equip brands with the autonomy and tools they need to thrive, transforming potential into performance at every stage of their journey.

Our process is collaborative, transparent, and tailored to each client’s unique needs.

We believe in partnership over transaction—working closely with you throughout every phase of the project to ensure clarity, seamless execution, and results that exceed expectations.

Our approach prioritises flexibility and scalability, ensuring that your project not only meets your current needs but evolves with your business. Whether it’s solving technical debt or creating a future-proof solution, every decision is made with your business in mind, ensuring you have the tools and autonomy to succeed.

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Design

We blend artful aesthetics with strategic thinking to create brand experiences that captivate and convert. From bespoke interfaces to brand overhauls, each execution is rooted in a deep understanding of identity, objectives, and audience.

UI Design

UX Design

Copywriting

Tone of voice

UX Audits

CRO Audits

Development

By combining technical precision with a deep understanding of ecommerce, we deliver bespoke solutions that are intuitive, effective, and empowering. Our developers adhere to rigorous standards set by our Managing Director, a developer who brings over 17 years of experience.

Shopify Development

Webflow Development

Web Development

Custom Shopify Apps

B2B / Wholesale

Solutions

Beyond design and development, we offer clients a wide-reaching partnership—from audits to marketing support, to strategy sessions and more—leveraging our ecommerce expertise to provide tailored support.

Digital Strategy

Technical audits

Platform Migrations

Klaviyo Strategy

Store Consolidation

Studio Almond focuses on creating a team and culture where every member is the best at what they do, and is recognised for it.

We differ from our competitors where junior talent typically handles most of the work, and interactions with design and technical leaders are limited.

At Studio Almond, our co-founders lead our dedicated, senior-level team with cross-disciplinary expertise to ensure project success.

Alex leads the strategic and technical aspects as solution architect Monica leads all Creative Direction.

Alex Murton

Managing Director / Co-founder

Alex began his design career in 2007, working with global artists and labels within the music industry to create award-winning digital experiences on iTunes. His clients included Moby, Tame Impala, and Modeselektor, which led to UX consulting for Apple.

Following a period in Berlin bootstrapping a digital publishing startup on iOS, Alex and Monica moved to New Zealand and co-founded Studio Almond in early 2016.

Today, Alex leads all strategic and technical aspects of the business and projects, working as a solution architect.

Husband

Pug Dad

Dyslexic

Ambidextrous

Twin

Composer

Monica Murton

Creative Director / Co-founder

Following studies in Wellington for Architecture and Media Communications, Monica moved to London where she worked with luxury brands such as Harrods and Jo Malone.

A holistic creative visionary, Monica leads the creative direction of Studio Almond and all projects.

Pug Mum

Holistic Health Seeker

Interior Lover

Kiwi

Gardener