Challenge
Redesigning and relaunching CSF’s website required balancing technical complexity with content clarity.
Several challenges were identified at the start of the project:
Solution
We developed a future-ready website for CSF that combines secure infrastructure, elegant design, and long-term usability – all rooted in a deep understanding of the Foundation’s mission and content needs.
Here’s how we approached each of the problems:
Migrating a decade of complex data
The original website housed more than 10 years of publications, projects, grant announcements, and media content across a deeply nested structure.
Structured data migration
We carefully mapped and migrated a decade’s worth of content into a clear, searchable structure, preserving every detail and improving overall accessibility.
Domain and name transition
The rebranding from Open Society Georgia Foundation to CSF required not only a name change but also a secure and SEO-friendly domain migration strategy.
Seamless domain migration
We implemented domain redirects, adjusted internal links, and conducted detailed SEO audits to ensure zero traffic loss during the transition.
Legacy content structure
The outdated structure made it hard for users to find relevant information quickly. A new system was needed for simplified, intuitive navigation.
Simplified information architecture
A new navigation system, focused on user intent, helped surface key areas like grants, projects, and publications more clearly and efficiently.
Design from scratch
Apart from the logo, CSF had no existing design assets. The new site had to be built around a fresh, mission-driven visual concept.
Unique design inspired by CSF’s values
We created a wave-based design system symbolizing the flow of information, paired with bold visuals and a modern UI to reflect CSF’s progressive role.
Security and performance
Due to the sensitive nature of CSF’s work, the site had to meet high standards in both cybersecurity and technical performance.
Enterprise-grade security & optimization
We added two-factor authentication, automated security scans, advanced caching, and performance monitoring to ensure stability, speed, and safety.
Long-term manageability
The site needed to be easy to update and manage internally, so the team could independently publish content without relying on external support.
Scalable admin panel
The new backend included a clean WordPress interface and flexible custom blocks, empowering CSF’s internal team to manage updates easily and independently.
Outcome
A mission-driven website reflecting CSF’s legacy and forward vision.
Successful migration of 10+ years of structured content.
Streamlined navigation for improved user access and discovery.
Modern, symbolic design aligned with the Foundation’s values.
Enterprise-level security and performance enhancements.
Flexible admin tools for long-term content independence.
WHAT OUR
CLIENTS SAY
“I want to sincerely thank you and your team for our website. You worked very hard, put in a lot of effort, and everything turned out great in the end. We really like it, and I hope we take a leading spot in your portfolio as well. We understand that it was a very information-heavy database, and it’s thanks to your efforts that we managed to handle the transformation so effectively. As for recommendations, we’ll gladly give them everywhere and always – as professional, great team members, and wonderful people. We appreciate you, we love you, and once again, a big thank you for everything!”
Thea Ghvinadze
Communications Coordinator, CSF
