Creative Design and Marketing Strategy to Grow Your Business

Custom web design, branding, and local SEO for small businesses in Lancaster, SC, Rock Hill, Pineville, and across the Carolinas.

Southern Rust Design is a creative agency built for small businesses. We craft logos that stand out, high-converting WordPress websites, and marketing strategies that get you found on Google Search and local maps—turning clicks into loyal customers.

We don’t just make things look good. We make them work for your business.


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Creative Work That Means Business

Creative Design by Southern Rust Design

At Southern Rust Design, we build branding, websites, and marketing strategies as bold and resilient as the businesses we serve. Based in Lancaster, South Carolina, we’ve partnered with local businesses across Lancaster, Indian Land, Fort Mill, Rock Hill, Waxhaw, and Pineville for over 15 years.

Southern Rust was built on real-world experience. Founder Chris Horton has spent nearly two decades in design, marketing, and creative strategy—helping small businesses grow through authentic storytelling, clean visual identity, and a strong online presence. From custom logos to full website builds and Google-ready local SEO, we focus on what moves the needle.

You’ll likely talk to Patrick first. As our Client Growth & Strategy Lead, he listens closely, asks the right questions, and helps you map out a clear, practical plan for your brand and your bottom line. With a background in business, sales, and strategy, Patrick turns big ideas into actionable steps so you feel heard, supported, and ready to grow.

We keep things personal, purposeful, and built around your goals. No complicated agency layers, no gimmicks—just thoughtful design and strategy rooted in experience.

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Design

From branding to website development, we can make your business stand out from the rest!

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Let's Talk About Creative Design Services for YOUR BUSINESS!

Web Design

A strong web presence is essential for any small business. Whether you need a clean landing page or a full custom website, SRD works with you to build a tailored Web Package that fits your goals and your budget. We build our custom websites on WordPress—the platform powering over 43% of the web—giving you full ownership and the flexibility to scale as your business grows.

Pair your site with one of our convenient Hosting & Maintenance Plans and rest easy knowing your website stays updated, backed up, and protected around the clock.

SEO

Search engine optimization (SEO) is critical for ranking higher in Google Search and local map results so qualified customers find you first.

Our SEO process covers local keyword research, on-page technical optimization, content creation, link building, and analytics. We pinpoint your niche, optimize your service pages for the keywords your customers actually search, and build lasting online visibility.

Marketing

Southern Rust Design builds practical digital marketing plans that spark curiosity in your brand and bring local customers through the door. From targeted social media campaigns to content scheduling, we help turn quiet, neglected channels into consistent lead generators.

Want us to handle your ongoing Social Media Management? We’ll tailor a monthly posting and growth plan around your budget and goals.

Graphic Design

Graphic design is the backbone of SRD. Strong visuals stop the scroll and give customers an immediate reason to trust your brand. Whether you need a custom logo, print collateral, or a complete brand identity, we craft eye-catching, professional designs that turn casual browsers into paying clients.


NEW! SRD PORTAL

Our convenient Client Portal makes working together effortless. View proposals, sign contracts, pay invoices, track project milestones, and message our team—all in one place from start to finish.

Affordable Website Packages!

We treat your website like what it is: an investment that should deliver measurable results. Your business deserves more than a generic cookie-cutter template—it needs a site built around your goals, your audience, and what sets you apart.

Every site we build is powered by WordPress and engineered for fast load times, mobile responsiveness, clean navigation, and contact forms that convert. Pair any package with our managed cloud hosting and maintenance plans for a worry-free setup.

Landing Page

Single Page

Basics of your Business

Website Back-ups

Basic SEO

SSL Certificate

Contact Form

Security Integration

PRO Theme

Add-Ons:

Social Media Setup

Google Business Profile

Google Analytics

Custom Email

Starter Site

Multi-Page Layout

SEO Setup

SSL Certificate

Contact Form

Daily Back-ups

Site Security

Cloudflare: Performance & Security

Add-Ons:

Google Business Profile

Google Analytics

Social Media Setup

Custom Email

Business Pro

Business Pro is for the ones who need more than a website; they need a tool. Custom design, built-in integrations, and room to grow. It’s made for businesses that know where they’re headed and want a site that represents your brand.

  • Custom Design
  • Multi-Page Layout
  • Social Media Integration
  • PRO SEO Integration
  • Google Business Profile
  • Google Analytics
  • Contact Forms
  • Daily Backups
  • Site Security
  • Cloudflare: Performance & Security
  • And MUCH more

Not sure where to start? Get in touch for a free consult.

We’ll take the time to learn about your business and help you choose a plan that fits.

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CLOUD HOSTING

Better Performance

Make your website come alive. High-speed cloud hosting gives your site the performance boost it needs to keep visitors engaged and win more customers.

Scalability

Grow your website right alongside your business. There’s no need to transfer your site to a larger host—with cloud resources, your site scales effortlessly as traffic grows.

Increased Speed

Your website loads fast on cloud infrastructure. Stop losing visitors to sluggish shared hosting—deliver pages fast on every device.

Say goodbye to slow, unreliable hosting. Pair your WordPress website with managed cloud hosting for fast load times, seamless scalability, and secure off-site daily backups. Click below to bundle your domain, hosting, and maintenance for one predictable price.

Hosting & Maintenance Plans

SRD keeps your website up-to-date, secure, and working for you!

Save money by choosing a Yearly Plan.

Essentials

WordPress Core & Plugin Updates

Basic Content Updates

Domain Name Management

Managed Cloud Hosting

Daily Off-Site Backups

Essentials Plus

Customized Care Plans

Google Business Profile Management

Google Reviews Management

SEO Monitoring & Updates

Daily Off-Site Backups

Website Speed & Performance Optimization