The classic directory layout, refined
Default New takes the structure that made our Default template the most-launched design on Directify and modernizes every detail. The typography system is rebuilt around a cleaner scale, spacing is more generous so listings breathe, and the whole experience feels current without chasing trends.
It's the template to choose when your audience expects polish — professional services, B2B catalogs, and directories where design quality signals trustworthiness.
Who this template is for
- Professional directories — consultants, agencies, lawyers, accountants
- B2B service directories where presentation influences buying decisions
- Upgraded relaunches — if your existing directory looks dated, switching here is a one-click facelift
Design details that matter
- Refined typography system — a deliberate type scale that keeps long listing pages readable
- Enhanced mobile experience — most directory traffic is mobile; this template treats it as the primary canvas
- Improved accessibility — contrast and focus states that work for every visitor
- Modern color palette — neutral by default, fully yours via the theme editor
Like every Directify template, the visual layer sits on top of the complete platform: hosting, automatic SEO, listing submissions, paid placements, blog, custom pages, and analytics are all included.
From idea to live directory
Describe your directory niche and Directify's AI generates the site in about 60 seconds — categories, starter pages, and structure included. Then pick Default New, tune colors and the hero in the live theme editor, and start adding listings by import, submission, or hand.
For the growth side, start with how to create a directory website that drives results and the 15 proven directory monetization models. And if you're still comparing tools, our breakdown of the best directory website builders shows where each platform fits.