Studio Ceramica
“Stephen is who you want. I'd recommend him without hesitation, five shooting stars.” — JP S.
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Shopify Partner · Web Developer · AI Expert
I help businesses launch, redesign, migrate, and optimize Shopify stores, build fast websites and custom web apps, and put AI and automation to work to save time and drive growth.
Brands I've Worked With
Businesses of every size have trusted me with their Shopify stores.
What I Do
Shopify expertise, custom web development, and AI services to help your business grow, operate more efficiently, and deliver a better customer experience.
Build, redesign, migrate, and optimize for long-term growth.
Migrate your store, data, and functionality to Shopify with minimal disruption.
Starting at $10,000 CADBuild a polished, fully configured Shopify store ready to grow with your business.
Starting at $5,000 CADModernize your storefront for better usability, conversions, and long-term growth.
Starting at $3,500 CADUncover issues, opportunities, and improvements across your storefront and admin.
Starting at $1,000 CADWebsites, apps, content, and data work that save time and impress.
Build custom web applications, tools, and automations tailored to your business.
Starting at $10,000 CADA fast, responsive, professional website without unnecessary ecommerce complexity.
Starting at $5,000 CADClean, organize, convert, and restructure spreadsheets, files, and business data.
Starting at $3,500 CADCompelling website copy, articles, documentation, and search-friendly content.
Starting at $1,000 CADFor Shopify stores, websites, and web apps alike.
Portfolio
A few of the businesses I've helped grow with Shopify.
“Stephen is who you want. I'd recommend him without hesitation, five shooting stars.” — JP S.
studioceramica.caVisit Site“Easy to work with, points out alternative suggestions based on your goals, and is always quick to respond.” — Matt P.
pureedgegrooming.comVisit Site“He is great to work with. I highly recommend him.” — Jean S.
biotone.comVisit Site“I was extremely impressed by the level of service and execution.” — Matt P.
duralexusa.comVisit Site“Highly recommend if you are looking to switch or start up Shopify.” — Nancy J.
barkingbabies.comVisit SiteTestimonials
Real feedback from businesses I've worked with.
Stephen's world was fast and effective in setting up and re adjusting my Shopify store. With great timely communication. Will hire again.
It was an absolute pleasure working with Stephen. He was very organized, knowledgeable, and resourceful, while keeping our project moving forward at a great pace. I strongly recommend him for all your Shopify store needs!
Stephen was fantastic to work with. His communication was consistent and clear from start to finish, and he delivered everything quickly without sacrificing quality. He’s highly knowledgeable about Shopify and made the entire buildout process seamless. What stood out most was his proactive and solution-oriented approach, offering suggestions that genuinely improved the final site. He’s easy to work with, reliable, and clearly takes pride in his work. I’d highly recommend Stephen for any Shopify project if you’re looking for someone who knows his craft and executes efficiently.
As a new merchant preparing to launch my first Shopify store, working with Stephen was exactly what I needed. He’s an incredibly knowledgeable Shopify developer and a true eCommerce expert, with a strong focus on performance, SEO protection, and scalable growth. He took the time to clearly explain every question I had, making the entire process feel approachable, educational, and stress-free. His detailed notes were especially helpful and gave me confidence at every stage. Stephen was quick to respond, set clear timelines, and followed direction closely. What really stood out was his ability to thoughtfully challenge ideas and propose smarter solutions, which is invaluable when you’re new to eCommerce. He implemented best practices around performance and usability, ensuring the store is fast, intuitive, and easy for customers to navigate. If you’re a merchant looking for a reliable, strategic partner to help you launch with confidence, I highly recommend Stephen.
Our website required a redesign and Stephen was very helpful and professional from start to finish. Thank you!
This is my third project with Stephen and I will keep coming back! Easy to work with, points out alternative suggestions based on your goals, and is always quick to respond.
Stephen completed our store build on time and adhered to all the guidelines we set out. He provided us with plenty of information throughout, and set us up for success with our new site in the future. We are so excited about our new and improved website!
Stephen has been amazing to work with - plain and simple! Aside from being brilliant a brilliant developer, he is also highly responsive to any emails. All our asks and revisions were dealt with straight away and were accompanied by a clear and detailed breakdown of the changes implemented and any potential improvements or road blocks. We will definitely be working with him again and encourage anyone else in need of a great Shopify developer to send him a message!
I was looking for someone to give my website a much needed redesign. I was very pleased with the results. Stephen was very thorough in diagnosing what was needed. He made a comprehensive list of action items and knocked them off in an appropriate amount of time. I wouldn't hesitate to use Stephen again.
Stephen did a great job. I wanted to make sure that my customers did not see a completely different site, only a much more modern and easy to navigate site, and Stephen went all out to make that happen. He is great to work with. I highly recommend him.
Stephen went above and beyond our expectations! He recently revamped our entire Shopify store, seamlessly switching themes and transforming it into a polished and professional store. Collaborating with him was a delight—he patiently answered all our questions, accommodated every request, and demonstrated a meticulous attention to detail that made the process smooth and stress-free. If you’re looking for a true Shopify expert, Stephen is the one to call. We highly recommend him for his expertise, professionalism, and outstanding results! Thank you Stephen for everything.
Working with Stephen on our site build was nothing short of incredible. We went back and forth on well over 100 emails, and he handled every detail I threw at him with patience and care. He never made me feel like a burden, even when I got deep into the weeds he was in it with me, like he had as much riding on the outcome as I did. He knows Shopify inside out, responds fast, and turns around edits almost immediately. If you need someone who will genuinely go to bat for you to resolve issues with developers and theme builders and get the details right, Stephen is who you want. I'd recommend him without hesitation, five shooting stars.
This is my second project working with Stephen's World, and again I was extremely impressed by the level of service and execution. We underwent a major store change (new theme, product organization, new content pages, new apps) on a very active site. Stephen was extremely helpful on executing on the big picture while also making sure all crucial elements were maintained (link tracking, URL redirects, etc). I felt very confident making the switch know he would be doing the work and I am really happy with the outcome. We've also seen a steady increase in our conversion rate since making the changes. Thank you Stephen!
Stephen's World did a great job with our migration from Lightspeed ecom to Shopify. Communication was clear and prompt throughout, and they really took the time to tailor the site to our specific needs. They also provided a ton of helpful support in other areas related to Shopify beyond just the migration from Lightspeed. Overall, we’re very satisfied with the service.
Stephen was incredibly responsive, professional, dedicated and fast! Our website is now easier to use, it's more inline with our who we are, eye catching and modern. He listened to us and translated that into the perfect website for our brand.
Stephen has been absolutely amazing to work with and I would highly recommend his work to anyone that is looking to revamp their site or migrate onto Shopify. Stephen is extremely knowledgeable in all things e-commerce and has made plenty of thoughtful and strategic recommendations as we were migrating our store which made the transition really easy. I will 100% work with Stephen in the future for any other projects.
The scope of work was a complex ERP integration from Magento to Shopify with 2200 plus active items with over 100k data points. Stephen was technically very capable and knowledgeable, easy to work with and very responsive. He was extremely patient. The project was to launch in 30 to 45 days from date of engagement, but dragged on for months due to third party ERP software company integration issues out of our and Stephen’s control. We would highly recommend him for more complex migrations.
Stephen is amazing to work with. Thorough and responsive, will continue to partner with him for future projects.
Stephen really leaned in on my project from the first outreach. I’m new to Shopify and first time e-commerce launcher. Stephen invested the time to learn about the outcomes I was looking to deliver. He challenged me a bunch while tying his logic and experience back to what I was looking to do but within the context of the SHOP platform. That was the key for me. Helped me crystallize the customer journey, design, themes, Apps to embed, tons of iteration on questions, guides, docs, curated some videos for me!, super super helpful. Would not have been able to get to where I am now without him. We’re live! 57 days of elapsed time from my initial outreach to production. Pretty damn cool for me anyway. Huge thanks again.
Such a great developer! Super efficient, always full of helpful suggestions, and really supportive throughout the process. Working with them was an absolute pleasure—they made everything so much smoother. Highly recommend teaming up with this person if you get the chance!
I stumbled on to Stephen's World (Stephen) while researching some other Shopify sites so I reached out to see if he was able to help me with a redesign on our Shopify website and am I ever glad I did. After discussing what I was trying to accomplish with our site, Stephen came up with a gameplan to make the site user friendly and simple to make any necessary edits after launch. With the plan in place I decided to give him the go-ahead to do the redesign and we are thrilled with the end result. Not only that but Stephen was extremely responsive throughout the process, very efficient with detailed communications and he lead the redesign with suggestions based on best practices because of his in-depth experience with Shopify. We just switched our site to live the other day and he is still there assisting us exactly like he said he would. I would highly recommend Stephen's World (Stephen) if you are in need of a new website build or a redesign. I will be hiring him again in the near future to do some further enhancements as needed. Thanks for everything Stephen!
I selected Stephen to help create our new Shopify website after carrying out a lot of research. I'm delighted to say that I made a great choice. His commitment to a formulaic and structured approach helped to balance my slightly more adventurous ideas. He has been supportive and informative throughout the build process and remains to be so. I highly recommend his services.
Working with Stephen's World was an exceptional experience. Stephen brought a rare combination of creativity, technical skill, and genuine care to the project. He took the time to understand my vision and translated it into a polished, professional website that reflects my brand beautifully. His communication was clear, timely, and thoughtful throughout the entire process — I felt supported and confident every step of the way. I highly recommend Stephen's World to anyone looking for high-quality design with a personal touch.
We planned to migrate our existing Squarespace website to Shopify and discovered that while the new platform is robust with features, it wasn’t as intuitive as we had hoped. This left us frustrated—until we found Stephen's World. Stephen is not only highly experienced in Shopify but also excels at recommending solutions, patiently guiding us with videos, and responding promptly. Having worked with many freelancers, I can confidently say Stephen stands out as truly exceptional. If you're looking for a Shopify expert, you’ll be in great hands. It’s worth mentioning that we’ve never met or spoken on the phone, yet our project has been progressing smoothly with outstanding results.
Process
A clear, efficient process from start to finish.
Understand your goals, challenges, and opportunities.
Create a clear plan with timeline and deliverables.
Bring everything to life, with regular updates along the way.
Launch, measure results, and keep optimizing.
About
I'm a UBC graduate and former Shopify Guru with over 10 years of hands-on experience helping businesses grow with Shopify. Since early 2026, I've used Claude and Codex daily to build custom websites, web applications, and digital content. That extensive, hands-on experience has given me a deep understanding of what these tools can accomplish, where their limitations lie, and how to use them effectively to deliver professional results.
I work asynchronously, communicate clearly, and follow a structured process to deliver high-quality results. My approach is practical, efficient, and focused on what actually helps your business grow.
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Packages
Shopify, web, and AI projects designed to drive revenue, improve performance, and save you time.
Universal Service
Get Expert Help with a Specific Task, Problem, or Improvement in a Single Session
$500CAD
Shopify Service
Move Your Existing Ecommerce Business to Shopify with Confidence
Starting at$10,000CAD
Shopify Service
Launch a Professional Shopify Store Built for Success from Day One
Starting at$5,000CAD
Shopify Service
Transform Your Existing Shopify Store into a Modern, High-Performing Shopping Experience
Starting at$3,500CAD
Shopify Service
Get an Expert Assessment of Your Shopify Store Before Making Your Next Move
Starting at$1,000CAD
AI Service
Turn Your Ideas and Business Processes into Powerful Custom Software
Starting at$10,000CAD
AI Service
Get a Professional, Modern Website Built Around Your Business and Goals
Starting at$5,000CAD
AI Service
Turn Messy, Disorganized, or Incompatible Data into Clean, Usable Information
Starting at$3,500CAD
AI Service
Professional Written Content That Communicates Clearly and Supports Search Visibility
Starting at$1,000CAD
Universal Service
Your Own Dedicated Web & Technology Expert, Without Hiring a Full-Time Employee
$2,000CAD / month
Prices are per project — not per hour — with no surprise charges. You're billed in Canadian dollars; other currencies are estimates. Not sure where to start? Request an audit.
FAQ & guidelines
To help make your project as smooth and stress-free as possible, I’ve put together some key information to set clear expectations and ensure transparency from the start. It covers what I can assist with, how the process works, and what to expect — before, during, and after your project. You’ll also find details around timelines, communication, support, and important policies. Reviewing this section before placing your order ensures we’re on the same page, and helps me deliver the best possible experience.
End-to-end Shopify, web, and AI expertise covering strategy, structure, execution, and long-term stability.
Upfront investment clarity, with no hidden fees or surprises once a project is underway.
Defined terms that ensure fairness, accountability, and a smooth working relationship.
A structured, async workflow designed to keep projects moving efficiently without unnecessary meetings.
Support structures that ensure your store continues performing beyond the initial project.
An overview of my background, Shopify experience, and professional affiliations, so you understand exactly who you’re working with.
While there is no official referral program, I am open to discussing commissions for multiple referrals via email.
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Ecommerce Blog
Practical, senior-level thinking on redesigns, migrations, performance, and long-term store health.
Redesigns
Why a Shopify Redesign Is a Business Decision, Not a Visual One
New Stores
What Makes a Shopify Store "Built Right" from the Start
Redesigns
The Difference Between a Visual Refresh and a Structural Shopify Redesign
Costs & Investments
When Shopify Plus Actually Makes Sense for Growing Brands
Migrations
The Role of Audits Before Large Shopify Migrations
Costs & Investments
How to Evaluate Shopify Project Quotes Beyond Price
Stephen
Shopify Partner
Mon–Fri, 9 AM–1 PM & 7–11 PM Pacific
Pick one and I'll ask the right questions. It takes about a minute.
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Not sure which? Start with an Audit & Review and I'll tell you honestly what your store needs.
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