Define
Every project is scrutinised in painstaking detail.
We look at the design challenge or brief from even the most unusual angles because we want to uncover knowledge and distil insight for our clients. This gives clear definition to the particular opportunity as well as to the wider strategic aims of which it is a part.
‘Define’ Is the creative description, the brief. The germ of the final design is born here.
Imagine
The development of the brief sparks the imagination.
We invoke inspiration in partnership with our clients, combining freedom with discipline to use the imagination enjoyably and effectively. Whether for individuals or international organisations, locally or globally, the creative leap brings distinction and differentiation.
‘Imagine’ is the creative vision, the idea. It inspires the final design
Design
The brief is fulfilled; aesthetics and function become reality.
Combining talent, education and experience, we have all the skills needed to realise the brief and express the vision. Strategic insights and creative wit are marshalled and organised by design that communicates, surprises, delights – and is often fun too.
‘Design’ is the creative execution. It is the effect of the whole approach.
This is how we work.
Our team of designers, strategists and storytellers is based in the UK with offices in London. The focus of our activity is on strategic creativity and intelligent design.
To achieve this our approach is organised into three distinct phases: Define. Imagine. Design.
Taking responsibility
Holmes Studio is very proud to be part of the progressive B Corp ® community, working with people who are collectively changing the world.
As a company with B Corp ® certification we are bound to think beyond profit. This means being fully transparent and accountable for our social and environmental impact, with a commitment to meet specific impact principles in order to keep our B Corp™ status.
In the studio, B Corp ® certification helps us to demonstrate a more considered way of working and problem-solving. It reflects an ability to balance skilfully our impact with our purpose. It involves a very rewarding process, planning to measure the social and environmental impact of each project in a way that respects and benefits the community and planet.
Or if you want to talk about your own B Corp ® journey, our studio door is always open. Email us on hello@holmes-studio.com
The climate emergency
Our B Corp ® certification means we subscribe to stated values of social and environmental responsibility, public transparency and legal accountability, balancing profit and purpose. As part of these commitments, we are taking positive action on the climate emergency.
Our profession grew out of a time when there were different expectations in the role of business in caring for the environment. Things are different now. We are faced by urgent climate problems that require new attitudes and radical action.
So, it has become our declared duty as a studio to recognise and help mitigate the impact of the climate change on all our lives.
The declaration commits us to reshape the short-, medium- and long-term strategy and business model of the studio. It includes becoming carbon neutral by 2030, attaining scientifically recognised targets along the way.
We are also embracing the principles of ‘just transition’ which takes into account the effect on people who will be impacted by this declaration. This includes maximising the interests of all stakeholders – shareholders, employees, suppliers and customers – in our commitment to doing what is required to tackle the climate emergency.