Aten Design Group

Aten Design Group is a web strategy and development firm that provides website design, content strategy, and technical implementation services. The organisation operates as a full-service digital agency focused on mission-driven clients and uses open-source technologies. Client list and project examples indicate primary operations in the United States and projects for U.S.-based institutions and organisations.

Services and Capabilities

• Website design systems: creation and implementation of scalable design systems and components for consistent site presentation.
• Content management and publishing: configuration and customization of content management systems (notably Drupal) and implementation of drag-and-drop publishing workflows.
• Web development and platform modernization: backend development including work with Laravel and Drupal, database modernization, and custom module or plugin development.
• Accessibility and inclusive design: auditing, remediation, and implementation of accessibility practices for web content and interfaces.
• Ongoing site support and operations: maintenance, updates, and technical support after launch.
• Training and knowledge transfer: webinars and recurring educational sessions for content editors and development teams.

Industry Focus

• Museums and cultural institutions: implementation of large-scale, scalable website systems to support institutional content.
• Transportation and airports: redesign and content restructuring for airport websites.
• Healthcare conferences and professional events: site redesigns and ongoing support for conference or symposium websites.
• Research and public policy organisations: database modernization and platform migration for research institutes.
• Nonprofit and mission-driven organisations: web strategy, accessible design, and content management implementations.

Technology and Delivery Approach

Projects use open-source content management platforms, with recurring use of Drupal for site builds and Laravel for backend modernization. Delivery themes include component-based design systems, integration of data platforms and databases, accessibility implementation, automation of publishing workflows, and training for content teams. Work is executed through technical implementation (modules, plugins, custom styles), configuration of CMS features (metatags, views), and ongoing operational support and webinars for clients and editors.