Web Design in Houston With the Right Ingredients for Growth
Web Design in Houston With the Right Ingredients for Growth
Johnnyo Design is a Houston-based boutique marketing agency focused on web design that supports real business growth. We work with business owners who want more than something that just looks polished. Our work is rooted in intention. Strategy leads, design follows, and execution is handled through custom solutions made to order.
our approach
Why We Do What We Do
Too many businesses invest in a website and walk away with something that looks good but does very little. Before anything is designed, we take time to understand the business, the audience, and the goal. From there, we build with intention so the work supports growth and continues to perform long after launch.
Start With the Ingredients
Before anything goes on the plate, we make sure the essentials are right. Strategy, goals, and audience come first so every decision has a purpose.
Follow a Clear Recipe
Design is not guesswork. Structure, messaging, and layout follow a plan so the experience feels thoughtful, balanced, and easy to navigate.
Made to Order
No templates sitting under a heat lamp. Every solution is custom-built for the business, its needs, and where it is headed.
Designed for the Long Term
We make decisions with what comes next in mind, so your website continues to support the business as it grows.
our story
A Word From the Founders
This video shares how Johnnyo Design got started, how the work has evolved, and what continues to guide how we approach web design in Houston today. It reflects the perspective and values that shape the work and the way we partner with our clients.
about us
Meet the dream team
Every dream needs a dream team—and ours brings the flavor. Led by founders John Owen and Anthony Gorrity, our crew blends decades of experience in web design in Houston, marketing, and brand strategy. We’re the secret sauce behind brands that break through the noise—fueling bold ideas, measurable growth, and creative that actually converts.
John Owen
Founder / Creative Director / Chief Flavor Officer
John Owen
Founder / Creative Director / Chief Flavor Officer
John Owen—Johnnyo himself—is the namesake and founding force behind Johnnyo Design. He’s been stirring the creative pot since 1998, after graduating with his BFA in art and design at LSU - GEAUX TIGERS. He's been crafting brands, building websites, and mentoring designers with a calm hand and a sharp eye ever since.
He started in the analog era and taught himself digital design the hard way—by breaking things, rebuilding them line by line with code, and staying curious like a chef deconstructing a dish to master every ingredient. That spirit still drives our work today: no shortcuts, no templates, just thoughtful strategy and handcrafted creative.
Clients trust John for his attention to detail, quiet leadership, and ability to turn complex ideas into clear, compelling experiences. He’s not here to show off—he’s here to help you grow your dough with work that’s built to last. He tends to the team and our clients here and there, and he's slowly passing the torch to the team as he focuses his days (and sometimes nights) on his true calling: shepherding, pastoring, and mentoring folks to build community. John serves in full time ministry as the Community Pastor at The Brook Church in Tomball, TX. He’s the kind of leader who makes space for others to shine and sees people for who they really are.
Outside of work, John's a husband, dad, and mentor, and napkin-sketching idea machine who believes the best creative is like a great meal—made with nothing but the best ingredients, prepared with care, and meant to be shared with good people.
Anthony Gorrity
Creative Captain and Strategy Savant
Anthony Gorrity
Creative Captain and Strategy Savant
Anthony has been a part of the team since 2017 and has excelled in creative leadership since 2010. He builds and coaches high-performing teams that deliver strategic creative through multichannel campaigns.
Anthony holds an International Craft Beer Marketing Awards Gold Medal and has directed creative efforts for major brands such as HP, Chevron, and eight-time INC 5000 fastest growing, Ledge.
He’s a husband to his best friend, dad of two, and a first generation immigrant and the first in his family to get a college degree. His dad’s a carpenter, and his mom’s an art school dropout turned interior landscape designer, so he’s been immersed in hard work and creativity all his life.
Nicole Bryant
Project Manager
Nicole Bryant
Project Manager
I joined in 2025, bringing over 12 years of experience managing projects as a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) across tech, data, and AI operations. I’m skilled at taking complex projects, adding the right structure, and serving up collaboration that feels smooth, efficient, and enjoyable. Outside of work, I love spending quality time with my family, exploring the world, focusing on holistic wellness, reading, and discovering new eateries; flavors that keep me grounded and inspired.
Patrick Herbert
Brand Alchemist and Web Wizard
Patrick Herbert
Brand Alchemist and Web Wizard
Patrick interned with us through high school and college and joined the team in 2012 after earning his undergraduate degree at the University of Texas at Dallas. Patrick is the creative genius behind most of our branding and web design and development projects.
Angie Humphries
Visual Communication Virtuoso
Angie Humphries
Visual Communication Virtuoso
Angie is a designer, strategist, and copywriter with a knack for translating big ideas into visuals and messaging that connect. Since joining the team in 2022, she’s worn many hats, from leading web design projects to crafting campaign strategy and copy that sticks. With a background in sociology and psychology, Angie brings a people-first approach to everything she creates, diving deep into what makes audiences tick and how brands can earn their attention.
Her process blends curiosity, intuition, and intention, pulling from both creative instincts and behavioral insight to shape designs that not only look great but perform with purpose. Endlessly inspired by life’s small details, she’s always looking for the thread that ties it all together and makes the message matter.
Noe De La Cruz
Campaign Captain
Noe De La Cruz
Campaign Captain
Noe started his role at the end of 2019 as a part-time photographer & part-time digital marketer. Testing his skills from the experience he gained from free work & another agency, he accomplished Google Ad campaign successes for clients. He also started to build his SEO skillset by getting businesses on the organic search map for terms that matter to them while also building an analytical skillset by monitoring the behavior and seeing what holes needed to be patched for the possibilities of conversions to happen.
Noe now manages over 10 ad campaigns and 10 SEO campaigns monthly.
He has led monthly consultations with clients to boost their organic search and paid advertising success.
He Skyrocketed a Law Firm's ROI by 300% using Paid Search.
Rylie Elkin
Content Creation Captain
Rylie Elkin
Content Creation Captain
Rylie has been apart of the team since March 2025, bringing a creative spark and a passion for content creation to the table. With experience in videography and photography in action sports, she has developed a knack for producing engaging content. A proud University of Houston graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Strategic Communications (2024), Rylie blends her academic background with hands-on experience in digital marketing and content creation. In addition to her work with clients, Rylie runs a mountain biking YouTube channel with her husband and the channel is vlog based and she is focusing on refining her editing skills and shooting processes with this project.
Robin Lewis
Workflow Wizard
Robin Lewis
Workflow Wizard
As a working mom to the most precious little girl (yes, I'm biased!), I'm navigating the exciting balance between motherhood and my career. I graduated with an associate's degree in graphic design in 2019 and have been dedicated to refining my skills ever since. I've had the opportunity to work with the Harris County Public Library and various marketing agencies, applying my design expertise to creative projects. Currently, I'm expanding my skills in content writing, social media, and project management. My goal is to support and create the best work possible, and I’m eager to bring your creative visions to life with passion and commitment. Let's create something amazing together!
William Bench
Code Crafter and Digital Storysmith
Will Bench
Code Crafter and Digital Storysmith
My name is Will Bench, and I am a 24-year-old programmer. I graduated from Texas A&M University in 2024, earning my bachelor's degree in computer science, where I developed a solid foundation in various programming languages and technologies including C++, C#, Python, Java, and SQL. These experiences not only honed my technical skills but also fueled my desire to program more. My curiosity drives me to seek out new techniques and best practices, ensuring that I stay well-equipped to tackle the challenges of the web development world. Currently, I am focusing on enhancing my problem-solving capabilities by diving deeper into languages and frameworks such as PHP and React. I constantly seek opportunities to learn and grow, whether through hands-on projects or collaborative efforts with colleagues. With a strong foundation in computer science and a relentless drive for self-improvement, I am excited about the future and the opportunities it holds.
why choose us
what sets johnnyo apart
There are plenty of options for web design in Houston. We focus on building work that continues to support the business long after launch. Clear structure, intentional design, and connected systems keep everything working together as you grow.
Systems, Not One-Offs
We think beyond individual pages or projects, designing systems that work together and scale as your needs change.
Clarity Before Creativity
Creative decisions are made in service of understanding. Clear messaging and structure come first so design has something solid to support.
Built for Growth
Every website is designed with marketing and momentum in mind, not just how it looks on launch day.
Clear Communication
We set expectations early and communicate openly throughout the process so there are no surprises along the way.
True Partnership
We work alongside our clients as a partner, bringing perspective, guidance, and accountability rather than simply executing tasks.
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Let’s Break Bread
If you’re ready for web design in Houston that’s anything but generic—and marketing and brand strategy built to perform—you’ve come to the right place. We craft made-to-order solutions that drive growth, spark connection, and leave a lasting impression. Let’s get your business cooking.
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