As digital trends and experiences evolve, even well-designed websites can benefit from a refresh to better serve their audience. For The Mills Building, updating the site meant making it easier for tenants and brokers to navigate, access key information, and search for available office spaces. Though the building has stood as a San Francisco landmark since 1892, its digital presence hadn’t kept pace with modern expectations. WebSight Design (WSD) redesigned the site with a mobile-first approach, making it easy to explore spaces while highlighting the building’s historic character and supporting leasing goals.
Why A Website Redesign Matters For Commercial Real Estate
In commercial real estate, a website is more than a digital brochure—it’s a key leasing tool. Prospective tenants expect quick access to listings, clear information, and visuals that showcase the quality of the space. The Swig Company recognized this and partnered with WSD to create a digital experience that presents The Mills Building as a modern, flexible workplace while honoring its historic legacy.
Bringing History Into The Digital Era
WSD first launched a website for The Mills Building in 2016, but by 2025 it no longer reflected the prestige of the property. The challenge: update the design without losing the building’s historic charm.
The new site strikes that balance—high-resolution photography showcases architectural details, while an interactive history section allows visitors to explore archival images and discover the building’s role in San Francisco’s growth.
A Modern, Mobile-First Experience For Tenants And Brokers
WSD’s redesign also focused on a mobile-first experience that helps prospective tenants find the right office space quickly and easily. Key features include:
- Intuitive Listings & Filters – Prospects can search spaces by size, amenities, or furnishings in just a few clicks.
- Detailed Leasing Information – Each listing expands to reveal floor plans, photos, and download flyers.
- Virtual Tours – Prospects explore spaces before scheduling an in-person walkthrough.
- Streamlined Inquiries – A simple button connects interested tenants to leasing representatives.
Behind the scenes, The Swig Company can quickly update listings, flyers, and tours through the content management system, ensuring the website continues to serve as a long-term marketing tool, not a one-time project.
Long-Term Value For The Swig Company
For The Swig Company, the upgraded website does more than provide a fresh face for a historic building. It enhances the leasing process, streamlines tenant inquiries, and positions The Mills Building as both a landmark and a modern workplace. WSD has created a website that celebrates The Mills Building’s past while driving its future.
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