Contact person: Business Client

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Location: Sydney, Australia

Budget: Recommended by industry experts

Time to start: As soon as possible

Project description:
"I’m looking for an experienced full-stack web developer (or small team) to build a feature-rich, interactive business directory with both front-end and back-end development, plus a 3D or animated “virtual town” interface that showcases businesses in a fun, engaging way.

The concept:
When users browse a category, a mini animated town or main street appears, displaying local businesses as individual shopfronts. Business owners can customize their shopfronts, and when a new business joins, a “Grand Opening” animation with fireworks appears.

Core Features:

User Side (Front-End)
Browse or search businesses by category or area
Selecting a category triggers an animated/3D virtual town view
Each shop shows name, logo, and clickable storefront with:
Shop info and sale announcements
Optional photos and videos (based on subscription)
New shops display a “Grand Opening” sign with animation

Business Owner Dashboard
Secure login/signup
Customizable shopfront appearance (color, name, logo, description)
Upload photos/videos (as premium add-ons)
Post sales, events, or announcements
Subscription system:
Monthly or yearly recurring payments via PayPal
Optional add-ons for extra features (e.g., media uploads)

Business Collaboration Platform
A built-in chat and networking system where verified business owners can:
Message each other directly for collaborations or partnerships
Create joint projects or event listings (e.g., “Store Merge Sale” or “Community Fair”)
Form small interest groups or categories (e.g., “Beauty & Wellness”, “Food Vendors”)
This should function similar to a private community chat, with:
Business-to-business messaging
Optional group threads or topic-based discussion rooms
Notifications for new messages or invites

Admin Dashboard
Manage users, subscriptions, and listings
Moderate chat rooms and reported content
View analytics (active users, subscriptions, etc.)

Goal
To create a community-driven business directory that’s visually engaging, interactive, and practical — combining shop visibility, customization, and business networking in one low-cost, scalable platform.

What to Include in Your Proposal
Estimated timeline and cost
Your recommended tech stack
Example projects (especially with 3D, directories, dashboards, or chat features)
Whether you can handle both 3D animation + web app, or prefer to collaborate with a designer" (client-provided description)