* What is website designing and development? Web Design vs. Web Development In A Nutshell. In essence, web design refers to both the aesthetic portion of the website and it's usability. Web designers use various design programs such as Adobe Photoshop to create the layout and other visual elements of the website. * How much do web designers make per website? $50 – $80 per hour. $250 – $500 minimum charge per project. This may include a minimum of 3 pages, and additional pages will be a slightly cheaper. Logo or branding design will be about $100 – $1500 depending on the extent of the branding design you need