What we can do for you

Simply put, we craft custom creative solutions.

Our design and development services are custom-tailored to the client and the problem at hand. Most of these crowd-sourced sites, AI and template-driven resources take little to no time to truly understand your business, nor do they apply their extensive experience working for like-minded companies to help guide yours to success. That being said, we know that everyone has different budgets and financial constraints to adhere to—and we respect that. Working with our team will guarantee you the results you require, deserve and will be proud of, but understandably, that experience comes with a cost.

The timeframe for designing and developing a new website can vary widely depending on several factors, such as the complexity of the website, the number of pages, custom functionality requirements, and the team’s experience. However, there’s a significant difference in the development timeline between creating a website with straight HTML (coding from scratch) and using a Content Management System (CMS) like WordPress.

Here’s a general breakdown:

– Depending on the complexity and requirements, the process could be as short as 4 weeks for a simple (non-CMS) website or up to 8 weeks.

– For a WordPress (or CMS) website, the project timeline can range from as short as 2 months for a basic site to 6 months for more complex sites with enhanced themes and functionalities. Please note that all of our WordPress sites are custom-designed and coded. Unlike some other companies, we do not use any off-the-shelf or pre-made themes for our design and development process.

– We also offer Webflow, a web design and development platform that allows users to create professional-looking websites without writing code. It’s known for its visual interface that bridges the gap between traditional coding and graphic design.

– The exact timeline (and cost) will depend on your specific requirements, including the number of pages, level of design customization, and any special features or integrations. Setting aside extra time for unexpected delays or revisions is always a good idea.

Yes, we do!

We have a wide range of tried, tested, and true partners that we rely on to offer our clients turnkey solutions. We can outsource all printing needs from stationery to collateral, roll-up banners to trade show booths, as well as a whack of specialized products and requests (i.e. swag, promotional items). Leave this to us, and we’ll oversee the entire process, including proofing and final delivery.

A logo redesign and a logo refresh serve similar purposes in updating a company’s brand image, but they differ significantly in scope and approach.

A logo redesign is a comprehensive change involving a complete overhaul of the existing logo. This might mean a radical shift in the design, including changes to the shape, colour scheme, typography, and symbolic elements. Such a redesign is typically pursued when a company undergoes major transformations such as mergers, acquisitions, or significant strategy and target market shifts.

On the other hand, a logo refresh is a more subtle, less drastic update. It aims to modernize the logo without altering its fundamental elements, focusing on small adjustments like updating the font, refining colours, or tweaking design features to align with contemporary aesthetics. The intent is to maintain the logo’s recognizability and the brand’s overall identity, keeping the essence of the logo intact while giving it a more updated look.

We’re always honest and transparent with a (potential) client when discussing whether a redesign or refresh is needed. In moments such as this, our expertise is called upon to ensure we deliver the client’s needs versus what they think they need.

Why, thank you! While our Founder and Chief Creative Officer spent 10 years working for a local entertainment company doing super cool magic tricks for some companies that would eventually become his clients, life in the circus wasn’t exactly for him, and he went on to study Graphic Design. Seriously though, We do our best to deliver exceptional results for all our clients—and sometimes the deadlines make us look like we perform miracles too.

Not at all!

While we specialize in high tech industry design, we also have a diverse portfolio across various industries, associations, and not-for-profits. Industry boundaries do not limit our design expertise. If you are looking for something on our site that matches your business, feel free to contact us. We likely have the experience you need. Be sure to ask.

The good news is that we are incredibly flexible in quoting and billing our clients.

There are three models: hourly (for most quick and dirty projects), project/quote-based (for projects that require a bit more clarity and process in the estimate), and retainers (for clients who wish to secure our amazing creative at a discounted rate for a set quantity hours per month). Regarding being paid via kindness and compliments, the truth is that as much as our designers thrive on praise and good vibes, our landlord and coffee supplier (Nespresso) prefer traditional currency.

We would never say that your proposed project is crazy—out loud.

The truth is, out of some of the most (seemingly) ridiculous ideas have come the next best thing. Who are we to judge? And even if your idea doesn’t have legs, per se, it often sparks another idea that does, or we store the ideas that didn’t move the needle today because they may be the path to success tomorrow.

We live by that saying, “It’s not you; it’s us.” We have been introduced to potential clients who may have had fantastic ideas or intriguing problems to solve, but for one reason or another, the vibe wasn’t there, or we knew in our heart of hearts that we didn’t have the skill set required, nor the partners to help support their business needs. If it’s not the right fit, we’ll be honest. We want you to be supported and successful. You and your business deserve our honesty.

And that goes the same for parting ways with a client. Sometimes, a conscious uncoupling from a business relationship is the right thing to do when either business has outgrown the other, or a different creative direction is necessary for success.

There’s a potential for a big, long-winded answer here… but truthfully, the world inspires us.

It’s full of different colours, objects, shapes, creatures and people who have created some amazing works of art. Jaw-dropping (“Why didn’t I think of that?”) logos, unique—yet functional—layouts, and stumbling upon that “perfect” font are all things we, as designers, love. But the beauty is that what we see as perfection is another person’s “meh.” It’s when we as creatives come together, merge those two worlds and come up with a creative solution that honors all viewpoints (especially those of our clients) that we realize our vision. And then that vision, in turn, may inspire others. That’s the sweet spot of design and something that we all are inspired to achieve.