Web Architecture
Your website should be fast by default.
WordPress makes simple things complicated. Static sites make them fast, secure, and cheap to run. I build high-performance Astro sites and migrate WordPress sites that have outgrown the platform.
The Problem
WordPress is solving problems you don't have.
WordPress queries a database for every page load. It runs PHP on a server. It needs caching plugins to be fast, security plugins to be safe, and managed hosting to stay online. You're paying $30–$150+/month to serve what is essentially static content through the most complex delivery system imaginable.
Plugin updates break things. Theme updates break things. PHP version upgrades break things. And every plugin is an external dependency you don't control — each one a potential security vulnerability, performance drag, and compatibility risk.
If your site is primarily content — marketing pages, blog posts, a portfolio, a landing page — there's a simpler way.
What You Get
A site that's fast by architecture, not optimization.
Sub-second page loads
Pre-built HTML served from edge CDN. No database queries, no server rendering, no waiting.
Zero attack surface
No PHP, no database, no admin panel to breach. Static files can't be hacked because there's nothing to exploit.
Free or near-free hosting
Cloudflare Pages, Netlify, Vercel — all offer free tiers that handle serious traffic. No more $100/month hosting bills.
Structured SEO
JSON-LD schemas, optimized meta tags, breadcrumbs, OG tags, and perfect Core Web Vitals — built into the architecture, not bolted on with plugins.
Portable content
Markdown files that you own. Version-controlled, framework-agnostic, and readable without any special tools.
Edge deployment
Your site runs on 300+ servers worldwide. Visitors get the nearest copy — not a request routed through a single data center.
Not sure if your site should migrate?
Enter your URL for a live PageSpeed audit, then answer 8 questions about your WordPress experience. You'll get a clear recommendation — backed by your actual site data.
Take the WordPress DiagnosticThe Process
From WordPress to launch in weeks, not months.
Content Audit
Map every page, post, redirect, and media asset. Identify what migrates, what gets consolidated, and what gets cut.
Architecture
Design the site structure, component system, and content workflow. Choose the right tools for your team's technical comfort.
Build
Construct the static site in Astro with responsive design, structured SEO, and performance optimization baked in from the start.
Migration
Move content, set up 301 redirects, verify meta tags, and test everything. No ranking drops, no broken links.
Launch & Handoff
Deploy to edge CDN, verify performance, and document the content workflow so your team can maintain it independently.
Proof
You're looking at the proof.
This site is built on Astro, styled with Tailwind CSS, deployed to Cloudflare Pages. It scores 95–100 on every Lighthouse category with zero optimization plugins, zero caching layers, and zero managed hosting costs. The same architecture is available for your site.
Common Questions
How long does a WordPress migration take? +
A typical marketing site (10-30 pages) takes 3-6 weeks from discovery to launch. Larger sites with complex content structures or custom functionality take longer. Every migration starts with a content audit and redirect plan before any code is written.
Will my SEO rankings survive the migration? +
Yes — when done correctly. The migration includes a complete URL redirect map, preserved meta tags, and structured data (JSON-LD) that's usually better than what WordPress had. Most sites see improved rankings within weeks because Core Web Vitals scores jump dramatically.
How do I update content without WordPress? +
Content lives in Markdown files — simple text files that are version-controlled and portable. For non-technical teams, a headless CMS like Decap or Sanity provides a familiar editing interface. The content workflow is part of every migration plan.
What does hosting cost after migration? +
Typically free or under $20/month. Static sites deploy to edge CDNs like Cloudflare Pages or Netlify, which offer generous free tiers. Compare that to $30-150+/month for managed WordPress hosting — the savings compound quickly.
What about forms, analytics, and other dynamic features? +
Contact forms, analytics, newsletter signups, and search all work on static sites through lightweight services. Forms through Formspree or Cloudflare Functions, search through Pagefind, analytics through any provider. No PHP server needed.
Ready to see what a faster site looks like?
Every migration starts with understanding what your site actually needs — not what a theme marketplace decided.