Creative Services

Creative Services That Tell Your Story

With 20+ years of experience in web design, development, administration, SEO, and creative photography, DHCS brings tailored digital solutions to local businesses and institutions.

Web Design & Development

A modern kitchen featuring white cabinetry, a large island with a marble countertop, and stylish pendant lighting. The space is bright and inviting, with fruit displayed on the island and a decorative backsplash.

Web design, development, SEO, and professional photography for businesses and brands.”

  • Website Design & Development: Custom-crafted, responsive sites optimized for both aesthetics and performance.
  • Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Driving visibility through strategic on-page and technical enhancements.
  • Site Administration & Upkeep: Reliable, ongoing maintenance to keep your site secure and up-to-date.
  • Creative & Commercial Photography: High-quality imagery designed to elevate brand presentation.

Photography

Black and white cityscape of Chicago at night, featuring silhouetted figures walking along a sidewalk with tall buildings and illuminated windows in the background.
A glass of amber Temperance beer with a logo on the side, sitting on a coaster on a wooden table.
A professional headshot os a smiling man with short grey hair and a beard, wearing a navy blue shirt, against a white background.

At DHCS, photography isn’t an afterthought it’s part of the design process. From interiors and events to headshots and lifestyle, our images are created to fit seamlessly into your website, marketing, branding and anywhere in your story.

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Professional headshot of a woman with short brown hair and blue eyes, wearing a dark blazer and a necklace.
“Dave has been my trusted photographer and tech guru for over a decade, consistently delivering stunning images and thoughtful, personalized support. His unique blend of creativity, technical skill, and genuine care makes DHCS an exceptional one-stop resource—I couldn’t recommend him more highly.”

— Wynn Shawver

Featured Projects

Christy Foran Design

Christy Foran Design is a full-service interior design firm specializing in innovative solutions that reveal the personality and vision of its clients. DHCS designed and developed the CFD website from the ground up, optimizing it for speed, search engine visibility, and seamless user experience. We continue to manage SEO, site administration, and regular updates—ensuring that this thriving Evanston business stays as polished online as it is in its portfolio.

Highlights:

  • Full website design & development
  • Ongoing SEO strategy (image optimization, metadata, keyword targeting)
  • Site speed optimization
  • Secure administration and routine upkeep

Boltwood (2014 – 2018)

When chef Brian Huston, formerly of The Publican, opened Boltwood in Evanston in 2014, it quickly became one of the city’s most talked-about dining destinations. Known for its farm-to-table menu and seasonal creativity, the restaurant needed a digital presence that reflected its modern, approachable style.

Together with partner John Kim of Brothers K Coffeehouse, Huston envisioned Boltwood as “a place that feels alive with energy and enthusiasm” inspired by the name Boltwood, a nod to the freshman wing at Evanston Township High School  . The restaurant’s authentic, local focus earned it early acclaim, including being named one of Chicago Magazine’s Best New Restaurants in 2015  and Chef Huston being recognized as a James Beard Award semifinalist for Best Chef: Great Lakes in 2015 

DHCS partnered with Boltwood providing:

  • Full website redesign & development that highlighted the ever-changing menu and events.
  • Custom photography of food, interiors, and atmosphere that conveyed the restaurant’s character.
  • Photography of investor events, construction & restaurant opening
  • Ongoing site upkeep and support until the restaurant’s closing in 2018.

Though Boltwood’s doors closed at the end of 2018, it remains remembered as a culinary hotspot that elevated Evanston’s dining scene and DHCS is proud to have been part of its story.