Hi, I'm Mihai. I build digital products, with the right partners.
From freelancer to technology partner
01Where it started
PixelMakers started with me, a laptop and a simple belief: good digital work should not take forever to ship or fall apart after launch.
Before that, I worked on full-stack development projects for clients in many different industries.
02What I kept seeing
The same problems, again and again. Projects moved slowly. Communication passed through layers of people. Agencies disappeared as soon as the final invoice was paid.
Clients were left with products they could not maintain and technology they did not fully control.
03A different kind of partner
So I built PixelMakers to work differently. Strategy, design, development and ongoing support sit in one place. Progress stays visible, and my responsibility does not end when a project goes live.
04The range
In the early years I took on almost anything on the web: Webflow websites, Shopify stores, SaaS products, custom applications, internal dashboards and integrations, for startups and established companies alike.
Over five years and hundreds of projects, each one sharpened the same skill: turning complicated requirements into polished, dependable products quickly, without layers of handoffs slowing them down.
05Going deep on travel
Along the way, I spent a long time in travel technology. Booking integrations, complex inventories, multilingual and multi-currency platforms, operational automations, and systems that have to stay dependable around the clock.
That focus sharpened how I approach architecture, usability, performance and long-term support. The skills were never limited to one industry.
06How I work today
Today I work directly with ambitious companies that need an important digital project moved forward. I lead the engineering myself and bring in senior design and development partners when a project needs them.
Together we build websites, ecommerce, applications, internal tools, automations and AI-powered products with Webflow, Shopify, Sanity, Astro, Next.js and modern JavaScript.
The work has grown. The principle has not: move quickly, communicate directly, build it properly, stay involved.
One engineer. The right partners.
You work with me directly. When a project needs more hands, I bring in senior partners I trust.
I handle most of the development, architecture, and systems design on every project: the data model, the integrations, the code, and how it all runs after launch. I work across both the business and the engineering, so technical decisions stay tied to what the product needs to do.
There are no account managers between us. You talk to the person building your product, questions get straight answers, and progress stays visible.
Partners I build with
PixelMakers is not a traditional agency. For each project I bring in the senior specialists it needs, people I have worked with before and trust. I coordinate the work myself, so you keep one point of contact from start to finish.
Andreea IvanDesign partnerFrom wireframes to polished interfaces, she leads the visual decisions on the projects we design together.
Ionut SaftoiuWebflow and Shopify development partnerWebflow and Shopify builds, component systems, and making sure designs ship exactly as intended.
Gabriel PirpiliuFull-stack development partnerBack-end systems, API integrations, and the logic that keeps products running reliably. Gabriel turns complex requirements into clean, maintainable code.
Adrian DascalWebflow and web design partnerWebflow design and development for marketing sites, with a photographer's eye for the details.
Elisabeth HougaardBrand strategy and design partnerBrand strategy, visual identity, and digital design, for businesses that want their story and their site to say the same thing.
What it's like to work with me
- 01
Direct access to the person building it
You work directly with me, and with any partner on your project. Questions get answered quickly and decisions stay clear.
- 02
Clear scope and pricing
Every project starts with a defined scope, timeline and price. Any changes are discussed and agreed before work continues.
- 03
Your product, your ownership
Your code, data, designs and accounts stay yours. I avoid lock-in and document what I build.
- 04
The right technology for the project
I choose the technology for the product and its long-term needs, and often prefer custom solutions when they offer more flexibility and value.
- 05
One partner from idea to improvement
Strategy, design, development, launch and ongoing support, all coordinated by me. You do not need to manage multiple suppliers.
- 06
Visible progress and honest communication
You see working progress throughout the project. I raise risks early, communicate clearly and avoid last-minute surprises.
The tools I build with
Platforms
Supabase
Database, sign-in and live updates for apps.
Infrastructure
Cloudflare
Fast hosting close to your visitors, and domains.
Google Cloud
Servers and data for heavier apps.
Vercel
Hosting and previews for Next.js.
Neon
Databases that grow with your app.
Communication
Twilio
SMS, voice and verification.
Resend
Receipts, sign-in and notification emails.
What I value
Ownership
If I built it, I stand behind it. If I host it, I monitor it. If something breaks, I fix it.
Speed
I work fast because your business moves fast. Good internal tools and tight processes, not bureaucracy.
Partnership
I'd rather have 20 clients who trust me deeply than 200 who see me as interchangeable.
Clarity
I explain things in plain language. My clients are smart people who happen not to be technical.
What clients say
“They built a site for me, and it's been awesome. The process was smooth from strategy to design to custom development.”
“We are delighted with the outcome and collaboration with the development company. The quality of work, solution-oriented approach, and proactive mindset exceeded our expectations.”
“They ensure that we're consistently receiving the highest quality of work. This rigorous attention to detail guarantees that every deliverable meets our expectations.”
“Great job, guys! You were fantastic to work with. Your expertise shone through from the beginning of our project. Transitioning from WordPress was seamless.”
“Their ability to communicate their work, provide ideas and pay a special interest into our company was impressive - rather than 'churn and burn' clients like other agencies. They are true professionals and show a genuine interest in their client's projects and businesses.”
“I recently worked with Mihai at PixelMakers on a project and I couldn't be happier with the results. Their skills are top-notch, and the job was completed in record time without compromising on quality. Communication was a breeze. They were always keeping me in the loop.”
“PixelMakers has been like an extension of our team. Their simple, yet out-of-the-box approach to building exciting digital experiences has been life-saving. We enjoyed working with a young, passionate team with a human-centric mindset and great work ethic.”
“Working with PixelMakers has been hugely beneficial to our Altiam CX brand launch. Thanks to your talented team for the outstanding commitment and creativity.”
Your next big move starts with a solid foundation
Whether you need a new app, a website redesign or a long-term technology partner, we’re ready to talk.