RugKnots Driving 92% Growth in Online Conversions
Project Details
Client: RugKnots
Website: https://www.rugknots.com/
Industry:E-Commerce / Home Decor
Platform: Shopify
Target Market: Maryland, USA
Service Provided: Custom Shopify Store Design & Optimization
Tech Used: Shopify, Custom Theme, Product Filters, Speed Optimization

Client Overview
RugKnots is a U.S.-based luxury rug brand offering hand-knotted, Pakistani, and Oriental rugs to a global audience. With a deep passion for craftsmanship, they cater to homeowners, designers, and collectors seeking timeless floor art with cultural depth and ethical sourcing.
Project Goal
The client needed a robust eCommerce store that aligned with their luxury brand, supported hundreds of SKUs, and offered a seamless shopping experience across desktop and mobile. The aim was to boost conversions and customer retention through a professional, scalable Shopify solution.

Results
Conversions

92%
Time on Site

76%
Mobile Checkouts

63%
Speed Improvement

84%
Challenges
- The existing website lacked a professional eCommerce structure, making it hard to scale product offerings.
- Mobile user experience was inconsistent, resulting in high bounce rates and incomplete checkouts.
- Product filtering and categorization were limited, creating friction in user navigation and browsing.
- Page load speeds were slow across key landing and product pages, affecting SEO and conversions.
- Backend content and inventory management was time-consuming due to rigid systems and poor app integration.

Solutions
- Designed and developed a fully custom Shopify store with a premium, conversion-optimized layout.
- Implemented a mobile-first design approach to improve responsiveness and usability across devices.
- Integrated advanced product filtering and custom collection logic for seamless shopping experiences.
- Optimized images, scripts, and theme performance to significantly enhance page load speed.
- Streamlined backend workflows with easy-to-use content sections and third-party app integrations.

Key Features Developed
- Custom homepage layout with luxury branding elements
- Advanced collection filtering & product tagging
- High-resolution image zoom & video integration
- Optimized cart & checkout UX for higher conversion
- Mobile-responsive design across all devices
- Shopify-integrated blog, FAQs, and support pages
Results & Impact
- +92% increase in online conversions within 60 days
- +76% boost in average session duration
- +63% improvement in mobile cart completion rate
- +54% faster page loading across key product pages
- Smooth backend performance for product uploads & updates

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Client Testimonial
“Aqeel delivered a Shopify store that not only looks amazing but performs exceptionally well. We’ve seen a huge increase in online sales and customer engagement. His attention to detail and eCommerce knowledge are top-notch.”
Founder, RugKnots