Design Services

Did you know?

A great wiki design simplifies content on every page. With Zen, what users need to learn is so small, it fits on the outside of our tiny little Wiki Markup 101 notebook. (So we left the inside blank.) Use the first page for other wiki notes, and the rest for doodling, polishing that haiku, or planning your next big project. Get yours today.

Wiki 101

If you're looking for a gentle introduction to wikis, check out the Wiki 101 Guide.

While you're there, ask for a free Wiki Markup 101 Notebook. It fits in your pocket, and the cover contains all the wiki markup you'll need. What goes inside is up to you.

$7,000

Our most popular package. Choose this option if you already have a professional-quality identity package, usually available as a branding standards guide. Starting with your existing logo, color palette, and stock art or image gallery (if available), Stepstone will do the rest.

First, you'll receive a Design Brief, which includes:

  • web and wiki design approach
  • typography choices
  • image selections
  • creative brief connecting the design with your identity goals
  • up to three revision cycles
View a sample Design Brief

Then, Stepstone will transform your Design Brief into an uploadable Zen Brand, incorporating (as appropriate):

  • your logo
  • color palette
  • backgrounds and gradients
  • watermark images
  • custom Zen icon package
  • fully prepared images and wiki markup for your landing page and a typical second-level page
  • up to three revision cycles
Visit the site built using these samples


Zen Brand Annual Maintenance

$3,500

With optional maintenance, Stepstone will ensure your custom Zen Brand stays compatible with new versions of Zen Foundation released during the twelve-month maintenance period. Upgrades will be done on request. Turn-around time is approximately 2 – 4 weeks.

The Process

Here's how it works. With your guidance, our design team with complete the following checklist to create your brand. The full process typically takes 4 – 6 weeks from start to finish.

Step Description Who Status
1 Create your demonstration portal to guide the process Stepstone  
2 Initial interview Stepstone & You  
3 Provide your identity package and other materials You  
4 Review materials and devise a tailored written questionnaire Stepstone  
5 Think about and answer the written questionnaire You  
6 Review questionnaire, branding, and perception goals Stepstone & You  
7 Prepare your design brief Stepstone  
8 Design brief review 1 Stepstone & You  
9 Design brief revision 1 (if needed) Stepstone  
10 Design brief review 2 Stepstone & You  
11 Design brief revision 2 (if needed) Stepstone  
12 Design brief review 3 Stepstone & You  
13 Design brief revision 3 (if needed) Stepstone  
14 Build your Zen Brand Stepstone  
15 Create sample content for landing and regular page Stepstone  
16 Deploy brand and sample content to your portal Stepstone  
17 Zen Brand review 1 Stepstone & You  
18 Zen Brand revision 1 (if needed) Stepstone  
19 Zen Brand review 2 Stepstone & You  
20 Zen Brand revision 2 (if needed) Stepstone  
21 Zen Brand review 3 Stepstone & You  
22 Zen Brand revision 3 (if needed) Stepstone  
23 Deliver brand and sample content to you Stepstone  
24 Install brand and sample content on your server You