- Cost-effectiveness
Independent designers often have lower overheads (no large office, fewer staff, no big agency markup) and so can offer more competitive pricing for good quality work.
For example, freelance web-designers in Sri Lanka are quoted as being able to charge less because their costs are lower.
2. Direct communication and customisation
With a smaller team (often just you + the designer), you can talk directly to the person who’s building your site. That means faster decisions, fewer intermediaries, and better alignment with what you want.
3. Local market knowledge
A designer based in Sri Lanka understands the local audience: language preferences (Sinhala, Tamil, English), cultural nuances, local payment gateways, mobile device usage, etc. For example, one article emphasises that local designers know the behaviour of Sri Lankan users better.
4.Faster turnaround & flexibility
Because there are fewer layers of approval, independent designers can often respond and adapt more quickly. They can also be more flexible with project scope changes.
5. Supportive of small/medium business budgets
For many Sri Lankan SMEs, budgets are tight. Independent designers are often more willing to tailor their packages accordingly. One post noted that large web-design companies in Sri Lanka can be too costly for many SMEs.
6. Investment in your future growth
Because the local ecosystem is still growing, many designers are up-to-date with mobile-first design, local SEO, and integration with Sri Lankan services (local payment systems, etc). For example, one article emphasised the need for mobile-responsive design in Sri Lanka.
