Red Plug Design Co.

About Red Plug Design Co.

Custom Shopify development, strategy, migration and ongoing support for small and mid-sized businesses. Based in Virginia Beach, VA, we bring 15+ years experience & expertise to your store.

Services and pricing

• Product and collection setupPrice on request
• Store settings configurationPrice on request
• Store build or redesignPrice on request
• Store migrationPrice on request
• Theme customizationPrice on request
• Ongoing website managementPrice on request
• TroubleshootingPrice on request
• Custom domain setupPrice on request
• Custom apps and integrationsPrice on request

Featured work

• Games at the Bar | Bar game directory

  Games at the Bar needed a scalable platform to organize hundreds of bars, games, and locations without sacrificing usability. Built on the Bespoke Shopify theme, we delivered a fast, highly customized directory experience with advanced navigation, filtering, and flexible content management. The result is a unique site that makes discovering local venues quick and simple.

• Avenue Theme Store theme

  Avenue has helped thousands of Shopify merchants build successful online stores with a focus on performance, scalability, and product discovery. The theme combines advanced filtering, flexible merchandising, and extensive customization options to deliver an intuitive shopping experience across industries while remaining fast, reliable, and easy to manage.

• Bespoke Theme Store theme

  Bespoke was created for merchants who need complete design flexibility without compromising performance. The theme delivers highly customizable layouts, premium merchandising tools, and conversion-focused features that adapt to virtually any industry. Its modular architecture empowers brands to create distinctive storefronts while keeping ongoing management simple and scalable.

• Roam Theme Store theme

  Roam was developed for merchants who prioritize visual storytelling and mobile-first shopping experiences. The theme pairs clean, modern aesthetics with flexible merchandising, intuitive navigation, and high-performance architecture. The result is a fast, engaging storefront that elevates brand identity while driving product discovery and conversions.

Ratings and reviews

• VMACSINCStore build or redesignJul 22, 2026

  Red Plug Design Co. has been an absolute pleasure to work with. From day one, their communication has been exceptional. They are always prompt with responses, willing to help, and quick to address any questions or concerns that come up. What truly makes them stand out is their honesty and expertise. They take the time to understand your needs and provide real guidance on what will be effective and what may not be the best solution. Their goal is clearly to create the best outcome for their clients.

• Climate CommandTheme customizationJul 22, 2026

  We have had an outstanding experience working with Red Plug Design Co. Their team is always quick to respond and addresses any issues we have whether they're big or small with professionalism and efficiency. What we appreciate most is their honesty. They don't just tell you what you want to hear; they provide straightforward advice about what will work and what won't, which has been incredibly valuable. Their knowledge, reliability, and commitment to their clients truly set them apart. We've been a client of their for years now and highly recommend Red Plug Design Co. to anyone.

• Sun of the Beach BoutiqueOngoing website managementJun 25, 2026

  I have been working with Red Plug Designs for a couple of years now. They have taken an idea I had and created an amazing successful, easy to use e-commerce store. If I have any questions or need to add or change anything, it's done quickly and proficiently!

• Redpoint ConversionsStore migrationJun 15, 2026

  Ian helped me switch my online platform over to Shopify and he did an incredible job. Whenever I have a question about anything, he is always very quick to respond. Highly recommended!

• Games at the BarStore build or redesignJun 5, 2026

  Working with Red Plug Design was an outstanding experience from start to finish. They built our Shopify store, Games at the Bar, using the Bespoke theme and delivered a highly customized, professional result that exceeded expectations. Ian took the time to understand our vision, implemented custom functionality seamlessly, and maintained excellent communication throughout the project. He was responsive, knowledgeable, and proactive in offering solutions and recommendations that improved both the design and user experience of the site. His attention to detail, technical expertise, and commitment to customer satisfaction made the entire process smooth and stress-free. The final website not only looks fantastic but also performs exceptionally well. I would confidently recommend Red Plug to anyone looking for a Shopify expert who provides quality work, customization expertise, and exceptional service.

• SURFINSHAPEProduct and collection setupMar 11, 2018

  Ian had been very helpful and responsive to our needs. His experience working with some of the Shopify apps has also prove to be very beneficial. We had completed our own research on a review app and we were close to implementing that one. Ian recommended a different provider that has prove to be a great fit.

• Navy Special Operations FoundationProduct and collection setupMar 10, 2018

  Red Plug Design has been such an incredible asset to the formation of our new business. Having used several website developers in the past, Red Plug is far and away the most professional, courteous and timely design service I have utilized. In just a few short months they have taken very basic concepts and ideas to create a website that has far surpassed expectations and feedback has been extremely positive. We could not be more satisfied!!

• Deja PinsTheme customizationMay 10, 2017

  They completed exactly what I wanted to do, very quickly too.

• Mountain DynamixStore build or redesignMay 4, 2017

  VERY EFFICIENT, DETAILED CUSTOMER SUPPORT. AFFORDABLE & FRIENDLY.

• BOMA VirginiaTheme customizationMar 6, 2017

  Ian with Red Plug Design Co. was very quick, professional and knowledgeable of Shopify and its capabilities. He anticipated many of our requirements and guided us through the process of transitioning sites. We had our shopify site up and running within weeks of approval and has so far met all of our needs.

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