Twenty-Six Years of Digital Evolution
We are Antony and Peter. Since 2000, we’ve been helping businesses thrive by turning complex tech into accessible, integrated solutions.
A Experience & Stability in an Evolving Landscape
We started Alpha State as a family business in 2000, and we’ve been brothers in arms ever since. Over the last quarter-century, we have led our agency through a constant state of internal innovation—evolving from the static websites of the early days to the AI-first solutions we deliver today. Our mission is simple: we combine our core services into integrated solutions that take the technical weight off your shoulders, allowing your business or organisation to truly thrive.
Growth & Agility
As we’ve grown, we’ve strategically incorporated expertise from the acquisition of studios like Stickland Web Studio and Hazelnet Web Solutions. However, we’ve intentionally retained our lean, two-person structure
This lean approach gives you the dependable agility and responsiveness that larger agencies often lose.
“When you work with Alpha State, you aren’t passed to an account manager; you get the security of knowing your digital presence is being well-managed by the people you can speak to directly.”
Communication & Reach
Technical Concepts, Made Accessible
We know you are busy delivering your own products and services. We believe in empowering our clients, not confusing them. We take pride in communicating technical concepts in accessible ways, providing you with the principles and “Toolbox” resources you need to understand your options and make informed decisions.
From Hastings to Singapore
Our roots and the majority of our clients are in Hastings and the East Sussex area, but our reach extends nationally and as far as Singapore.
No matter the distance, our goal remains the same: providing the best advice and a level of service that makes you feel confident that your technical partnership is in safe hands.
Meet the Founders
Decades of experience, grounded in a friendly, personal approach.
Antony Downes
Director
Co-founder and Director. Bringing over 25 years of experienced leadership to our integrated client solutions.
Peter Downes
DIRECTOR
Co-founder and Director. Focused on innovative development and ensuring our clients’ websites stay ahead of the technical curve.