Why I Still Build Some Sites with WordPress
WordPress can still run fast. How I keep photo and editorial sites light and easy to update.
Selim Abdulsalam November 2025 1 MIN READ
New tools arrive weekly. Still, WordPress runs a large share of the web, over 40%. For a publication like Bloome Living and a portfolio like The Lexash Photography, it gives owners control without fuss.
Why some builds feel slow
Slowness usually comes from heavy page builders and stacked plugins. I strip those back. A plain theme with clean HTML and CSS loads quickly.
What owners get
- Plain editing: You can publish essays and update galleries without touching code.
- Your files stay yours: No lock-in and no surprise fees tied to one vendor.
- Clear SEO control: You set titles, sitemaps and previews directly.
I want tools to help the maker. Built plainly, WordPress still does the job well.