WordPress Block Theme Development

Block themes are the future of WordPress. We build modern themes that let your team visually edit headers, footers, templates, and content using the Full Site Editor, no code required for day-to-day content management.

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43.1%

of all websites run WordPress, and block themes represent the platform's official direction for theme development going forward

W3Techs, 2023

Block Theme Development

Modern WordPress block themes built on the Full Site Editor with custom block patterns, global styles, template parts, and intuitive visual editing for non-technical teams.

What's Included

Everything you get with our Block Theme Development

Full Site Editor Templates

Custom page templates, header and footer variations, and archive layouts all editable through the visual Full Site Editor

Custom Block Patterns

Reusable content layouts your team can insert with one click: hero sections, feature grids, testimonial blocks, and more

Global Styles Configuration

Centralized design token system for colors, typography, spacing, and shadows that maintain visual consistency across your entire site

Our Block Theme Development Process

Design System Planning

We define your global design tokens in theme.json: color palette, typography scale, spacing system, and shadow definitions. This creates a centralized design system that ensures visual consistency across every template and block pattern.

Template and Pattern Development

We build page templates, template parts (headers, footers, sidebars), and block patterns using the block editor markup format. Each template is optimized for the Full Site Editor's visual editing capabilities.

Custom Block Development

When standard WordPress blocks are not enough, we create custom blocks that match your specific content needs. Each custom block includes editor preview, front-end rendering, and configuration options that your team can use intuitively.

Editor Training and Launch

We configure the Full Site Editor experience for your team, document how to use each template and pattern, and provide hands-on training. Your team launches with full confidence in their ability to manage and update the site.

Key Benefits

Visual Site Editing

Your team can edit headers, footers, page templates, and content layouts visually in the WordPress admin. No code knowledge required. Changes are previewed in real-time and published with one click. This reduces your dependence on developers for routine design changes.

Block-Based Flexibility

Custom block patterns give your team pre-designed content sections they can drop into any page: hero banners, feature grids, testimonial carousels, pricing tables, and team profiles. Each pattern is configured for your brand so everything looks consistent.

Future-Proof Architecture

Block themes align with WordPress's official development direction. As the Full Site Editor gains new features, your theme will automatically benefit from them. This protects your investment and ensures your site stays compatible with the evolving WordPress ecosystem.

Research & Evidence

Backed by industry research and proven results

WordPress Platform Direction

WordPress powers 43.1% of all websites, and block themes using the Full Site Editor are the official future direction for theme development

W3Techs (2023)

WordPress Economy Scale

The WordPress ecosystem supports a $600B+ economy, driving rapid adoption of block theme technology across the platform

Automattic (2023)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a block theme and a classic theme?

Classic themes use PHP templates and require code changes to modify headers, footers, and page layouts. Block themes use HTML-based templates and the Full Site Editor, which lets your team visually edit every part of your site in the WordPress admin. Block themes also use theme.json for centralized design configuration instead of scattered CSS.

Is the Full Site Editor ready for production sites?

Yes. The Full Site Editor has been part of WordPress core since version 5.9 and has matured significantly through subsequent releases. Major WordPress themes including the default Twenty Twenty-Three and Twenty Twenty-Four themes are block themes. The technology is stable, well-supported, and actively improved with every WordPress release.

Can block themes do everything classic themes can?

Block themes can handle virtually every use case that classic themes address, often with a better editing experience. Complex functionality like custom queries, dynamic content, and advanced layouts are all supported through block theme architecture. In rare edge cases where classic PHP functions are needed, hybrid approaches are available.

Will my content team need training on the Full Site Editor?

We provide hands-on training as part of every block theme project. The Full Site Editor is more intuitive than classic theme editing for most tasks since it is visual and WYSIWYG. Most teams become comfortable within a few training sessions. We also provide documentation for reference.

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