Retheme Your Shopify Experience
If your Shopify site hasn’t been refreshed or optimised recently, it may be showing its age. A dated theme can slow down the user experience, increase friction for your internal team and hold back your e-commerce growth.
Four clear signs it’s time to retheme
- You’re still on a Shopify 1.0 theme (released well before the current “sections-everywhere” model).
- Your app ecosystem is bloated, making speed and performance suffer and creating risk every time you remove or replace something.
- The codebase has become inconsistent over time—various developers, patches, workarounds—making maintenance and future enhancements harder.
- Your content management system (CMS) feels restrictive, or your user experience is falling behind competitors.
Why you don’t need a full platform migration
A retheme is a smarter, lower-risk way to modernise your Shopify store. You keep your existing data, integrations, and domain while upgrading design, performance, and flexibility.
We rebuild your theme on Shopify’s latest framework, improving speed, structure, and usability without disrupting operations. It’s the fastest path to a modern storefront that looks better, runs smoother, and scales with your business.
A retheme delivers:
- Full access to the latest Shopify features.
- A modernised design and UX that reflects your brand ambition.
- Conversion-driven improvements: average order value (AOV) drivers, user flows built for growth.
- Cleaner code, faster load times, improved accessibility and internal maintainability.
- A streamlined app stack, aligned to your core business rather than legacy throw-ins.
- A CMS built for your team—so you focus on growth, not work-arounds.
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The Result
You energise your brand. You unlock performance and scalability. Your team gets tools that support growth. Your customers get a friction-free experience.
Ready to retheme with confidence?
We’re Shopify Plus specialists. We bring strategic clarity, high-performing builds and a business-first mindset. Let’s talk.
12+ Years of Shopify Experience:
We have over a decade of hands-on experience in designing, developing, and optimising Shopify stores. Our expertise ensures that your store will not only look great but also perform exceptionally well.
20+ Years of Retail Experience:
Our deep understanding of traditional retail gives us a distinct advantage in creating online stores that resonate with customers. We know what it takes to succeed in the retail landscape.
Passionate About Every Project:
We are incredibly passionate about what we do. Our commitment to excellence means we treat every project with the utmost care and dedication, ensuring your vision is fully realised.
Trusted by Leading Australian Brands:
We don’t just build – we deliver outcomes. From growth-focused startups to established brands, our work consistently drives results. Clients trust DAC to align design, tech, and strategy for long-term success.
Accreditations
As a certified Shopify Partner, we hold official accreditations, demonstrating our proven expertise in guiding businesses through platform selection, store development, and growth. These certifications validate our ability to deliver high-performing solutions and ensure every project aligns with Shopify’s best practices.
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Our case studies represent more than just outcomes.
They reflect shared ambition, mutual trust, and good people coming together to make something worthwhile.
We’re proud of the work, and even prouder of the relationships behind it.
Testimonials
I love working with David and the team at DAC. David is a really good human. He is thoughtful and genuine and he and his team are also true experts. They are Shopify wizards but also David has a really good business mind.
As an artist, I needed my website to be visually beautiful and authentic, but I also had a lot of content that needed to be distilled into a simple, seamless user experience. David managed to do both... he built a beautiful site that optimises how people interact with it, without losing any of the artistry.
It’s easy to feel lost when searching for the right people to build your website, I am so relieved I found David and his team and I couldn't recommend them more highly.
Leila Jeffreys
Working with David has been a game changer for our business. His knack for digital transformation and Shopify solutions is unmatched, and he’s helped us elevate our online presence with ease and confidence.
What sets David apart is his personal investment in our success and his deep understanding of both retail and digital landscapes, built from real-world experience. He combines genuine business insight with a passion for design that shines through in every project — our go-to for anything eCommerce.
Renee & Sam Horgan
Highly recommend David and DAC Design! They were incredibly generous and productive with their time, genuinely invested in high quality outcomes which met (and surpassed) our goals and fulfilled our needs, and embraced our niche social enterprise structure and backend systems with curiosity, positivity and creativity, despite its inherent complications and restrictions.
David is a wonderful listener and consistently offered multiple tailored solutions, taking time to communicate pros and cons of each and showing visual examples to inform our understanding and choice. His passion for digital design and development was evident through his work ethic, which went above and beyond our expectations.
David supported our need to self-manage our site to our fullest potential post-project by (patiently) teaching and upskilling us along the way. Him and his team listened to the realities of our limited resources and subsequently optimised our site systems to foresee and lessen unavoidable challenges, whilst completely eliminating or greatly improving others. They held focus on our brief objectives with flexibility, adapting as we resolved ideas during the development phase.
We felt empowered by the design and technical support we received, and are thrilled at the practical, smart and versatile outcomes achieved. The impact of this collab has improved our reach, branding, customer experience and workplace efficiency.
A sincere thank you to DAC Design for their time, care and efforts.
Genevieve Harrold
We had the pleasure of working with David and the DAC team for the evolution of our brand website. His insight, quick response times and transparency to ensure we got the best result made the process extremely efficient from our end as a client.
At every stage David was always available and an absolute pleasure to work with and he was genuinely invested in us getting the best possible result. We would have no hesitation in recommending DAC Design for their approachability, professionalism, expert guidance and ability to deliver.
Anthony Whittle
We found David through the Shopify directory and we’re very lucky that we did. David was able to meet with us within 24 hours of our first call, and he proved to be a fantastic partner to help us with our theme customization and online store re-build. We explained what we needed to achieve, and he gave great recommendations and ideas from both a design and also a technical standpoint. He also helped with other technical issues related to general IT questions.
We had a pressing deadline, and David worked long hours to help us achieve our timelines. This would not have happened without his flexibility and willingness to work with us through every step of the process. Most importantly - David is a great person, and never showed any signs of pressure or negativity throughout what was a demanding schedule. He actually cared about the end result. He was really great to work with - super professional and communicative at all stages. It made what could easily have been a stressful project, into one that was enjoyable and one that we’re proud of. We would highly recommend David for any website development and theme customisation projects.
Neil Venkataramiah
David has been an absolute pleasure to work with. We are a small business, setting up a new startup business. We found that David's ideas, experience and knowledge were invaluable in designing the best solution for our new business.
He was able to deeply understand our business needs and to work with us (while we continued to shape and develop our own plan of approach). David offered us flexibility, insights and a fantastic webstore that we are very happy with. He has gone over and above with his time, and supported us in every step of the process. Thanks David!
Akea Scott
DAC Design was great to work with - super professional and easygoing.
He listened to our ideas, gave us plenty of options, and bought our vision for our new website to life.
Andrew Simpson
Partnering with DAC Design to rebuild our Shopify website was one of the best decisions our group has made.
David and his team quickly understood the complexity of our product range across dealerships and delivered a site that not only looks great but also performs seamlessly for our customers.
Their knowledge of eCommerce, retail, and Shopify integrations gave us confidence at every step, and the end result has been a faster, more intuitive online experience that’s already driving results. We’d recommend DAC to any business looking to take their online presence to the next level.
I've seen plenty of experts, but David is the real deal. His unique background, blending family business wisdom with cutting-edge design, has elevated our website beyond expectations.
It's not just about the technical know how, it's the personal touch and commitment that made the difference.
Sam Monardo
David is an absolute legend. He built us a new Shopify website for Bars N Racks, and the whole process was seamless from start to finish. He’s really down to earth, easy to work with, and genuinely cares about delivering the best results.
What sets him apart is his commitment, he’ll even pick up the phone on the weekend if we need him - which is amazing for a retailer - he obviously understands the front line! The new site has been a great success for our business, and I can’t recommend him highly enough.
Stuart Milson
David has helped take my Shopify website to the next level! Every customer who has jumped on the website has had a positive experience and David is to thank for that!
He's got an eye for design and user experience (UX) and has made my life a lot easier. Working with David and DAC Design was a no-brainer ROI, his professionalism and attentiveness have been outstanding. Thank you David!
Aaron Lam
I was super happy and very impressed with the web design , also Dave was very flexible on working around my schedule and spent a lot of time with me explaining how things work .
Tim Peyrou
Go to case studyI have used DAC Design on a previous job and obviously very happy with the result that I have them back again for my next job.
Always bang on with what I want and understands the brief very well. Great communication and always timely in all areas. Highly recommended and would use again for sure!
Anthony Challinor
Turning to David for a Shopify solution was the best decision we made. His practical approach, founded in his own family business experience, brought our online vision to life.
He's not just about making a site look good - he has ensured it works flawlessly and grows with us. Outstanding service and genuine care, we're very grateful.
Anthony Challinor
DAC Design has been a game changer for my photography business. David’s creativity & knowledge of e-commerce has taken me to the next level. Highly recommended.
Jason McCormack
I've seen plenty of experts, but David is the real deal. His unique background, blending family business wisdom with cutting-edge design, has elevated our website beyond expectations.
It's not just about the technical know how, it's the personal touch and commitment that made the difference.
Nash Kent
I can't recommend DAC Designs enough! Dave recently built a website for my business, and the entire process was seamless and easy to understand.
The website is not only visually stunning but also highly functional and user-friendly. If you're looking for a skilled, reliable, and creative web designer, DAC Designs is the way to go. I’m beyond happy with the results and will definitely work with Dave again in the future!
Dan Brent
Visit client siteIt’s really hard to find people that care about us as customers & a product that delivers the mantra of customer first!
Well this service as well & truly fulfilled my expectations, David has delivered for me a fantastic product! He has done it with perfection & patience. So pleased to have him deliver my website! Trust me you won’t be disappointed.
Roy Ah-See
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New Shopify Store Design & Setup
Setting up a new online store is a breeze with our comprehensive Shopify Store Setup service. We specialise in configuring Shopify stores from the ground up, handling everything from product uploads to other Saas platforms via integration. Our goal is to streamline the technical setup process, allowing you to focus on your business operations.
Shopify Online Store 2.0 Upgrade Service
We offer an advanced service to upgrade your Shopify store from Online 1.0 to the more sophisticated Online 2.0 themes. Online Store 2.0, a major leap in theme architecture, introduces 'Sections on every page', enabling merchants to personalise their storefronts on all pages. We have a solution for all budgets with fast turnaround.
Ongoing Support Maintenance Service
We believe in fostering enduring client relationships. This commitment extends to our ongoing support services post-launch. Whether it's minor adjustments, significant updates, or general queries, our Sydney-based team is always ready to assist, ensuring your e-commerce platform operates smoothly and efficiently.
Our Approach with Design on Shopify
Understanding that emotion plays a pivotal role in consumer decisions, we focus on creating emotionally resonant online spaces. By integrating compelling imagery, strategic layout, and immersive storytelling, your Shopify store will not just showcase your products but also convey your brand's unique narrative to inspiring loyalty and drive success.
Frequently Asked Studio Questions
We provide a comprehensive range of services, including custom Shopify theme development, store redesigns, theme tweaks, SEO and content marketing, custom app development, and more. Whether you need a complete store overhaul or just minor adjustments, we have you covered.
The cost varies based on the complexity and requirements of your project. We offer different packages tailored to various needs, from basic theme customisation to full-scale store development. Contact us for a detailed quote.
The timeline for designing and launching a Shopify store depends on the scope of the project. A basic setup might take a few weeks, while a more complex custom design could take several months. We’ll provide a more accurate timeline after discussing your specific needs.
Yes, we offer migration services to move your existing store to Shopify seamlessly. We handle everything from data transfer to ensuring your new store is fully functional and optimised.
Absolutely. We provide various support plans to help you maintain and optimise your store post-launch. Whether you need monthly updates, performance checks, or technical support, we’re here to help.
We incorporate SEO best practices into the design and development process. This includes optimising site structure, meta tags, images, and more to help your store rank higher in search engine results.
Yes, we can set up and configure various payment gateways and shipping options according to your business needs. We ensure that your store is ready to handle transactions smoothly and efficiently.
We specialise in custom API development to add any specific functionality you need. Whether it’s a unique feature or an integration with other systems, we can build it for you.
Yes, we can integrate your Shopify store with a variety of platforms such as Cin7, Lightspeed POS, Netsuite and many others to streamline your operations and enhance functionality.
Yes, we can install and we recommend Gorgias for your chat, CRM, and support ticket system on Shopify. Gorgias is an excellent tool for managing customer interactions and support efficiently and it is built for the Shopify platform.
We believe in transparent and regular communication. Throughout the project, we provide updates and keep you informed about progress. We’re always available to answer any questions you have.
Where Good Ideas Get Built
We work with good people doing ambitious things. If you’re ready to elevate your eCommerce presence, get in touch. We’ll bring clarity to your ideas, and deliver a Shopify experience built on strategy, design, and trust.