Building a persistent eraser reveal with SVG masks
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built to perform and last.
Since 2008, we've been helping organizations plan, build, and improve websites and custom applications—with deep Drupal experience and a partner for the long haul.
Small agency.
Deep experience.
Made in Minnesota.
A senior web partner without the layers.
Based in the Loring Park neighborhood of Minneapolis, we've been partnering with businesses, nonprofits, and public-serving organizations since 2008.
We specialize in custom web applications and digital platforms, with a strong focus on Drupal for enterprise-level applications, Shopify for e-commerce, and custom software and app development.
You work directly with the people planning, designing, and building your site. We can help with a new website, a custom application, or ongoing support for what you already have. All of our design and development work happens here in Minnesota.
Built around the right platform.
Not a favorite hammer.
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Drupal development
Drupal websites for large content libraries, busy editorial teams, and connected systems.
Learn more 02Project consulting
Practical planning, technical reviews, and guidance for digital projects.
Learn more 03AI consulting
Find out where AI could help reduce costs for your websites, apps, marketing, and more.
Learn more 04Web design & development
Public-facing websites shaped around your audience, content, and publishing needs.
Learn more 05Web application development
Custom intranets, data-driven tools, connected workflows, and practical AI integrations.
Learn more 06SEO & AI discovery
SEO audits, keyword research, technical improvements, and content for search and AI answers.
Learn more 07WordPress development
WordPress sites with custom themes, plugins, and editing tools your team can use.
Learn more 08Shopify development
Storefronts that help customers find and understand products and help teams manage catalogs.
Learn more 09React development
Accessible, data-rich interfaces for digital products, portals, and workflows.
Learn more 10iOS app development
Focused iPhone and iPad apps, connected to the services and workflows people rely on.
Learn more 11Android app development
Android apps for everyday tasks, connected to the systems your team already uses.
Learn more 12Astro development
Content-rich websites with selective interactivity and a publishing setup that fits your team.
Learn moreLong relationships.
Useful results.
Close by when it matters.
Minneapolis has been home to Lakes since 2008. Our studio is near the Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture and the Walker Art Center. All of our design and development work is done in Minnesota, and that's how we plan to keep it.
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Is SEO dead...and what the heck is GEO?
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