Collective Design Cases
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Designers behind the work
Designers and creative leads credited on Collective projects in press coverage.
News & interviews
- Winston Hacking’s “tonermorphs” are kaleidoscopic clay creatures created to push images as far as they can
It's Nice That · Nov 10, 2025
The article profiles artist Winston Hacking and his experimental animation series 'Tonermorphs', which combines clay, printing, and image transfers to create surreal, tactile moving images. Drawing from his childhood exposure to printmaking and inspired by artists like Martha Colburn and Bruce Bickford, Hacking’s work explores the tension between analog imperfection and digital control.
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It's Nice That · May 20, 2025
Companion–Platform created a variable, seasonally adaptive identity for Uncommon Fruits, a research initiative by Robida Collective exploring fruit trees and edible ecology. The identity features a flexible logo system inspired by natural growth and uses typefaces Cerial and Gaisyr to balance familiarity with organic form. The website extends this concept through an 'orchard of words' that encourages exploratory navigation.
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Creative Boom · Dec 18, 2024
Creative Boom profiles Danish illustrator and typographer Julie Solvstrom, now based in Vancouver, whose organic, textured approach to lettering and illustration stands out in a digital age. The article explores her inspirations, collaborations, and evolving preference for analogue methods amid AI's rise. It highlights her self-initiated projects, client work, and participation in Vancouver’s mural festival.
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Creative Boom · Nov 18, 2024
Creative Boom profiles Edinburgh-based illustrator Monika Jurczyk, known professionally as Monsie, whose vibrant, empowering vector illustrations have attracted clients like Adobe, The Guardian, and Vans. The article explores her global journey, her focus on empowerment and female representation, and her reflections on freelancing amid changing industry conditions. It highlights her editorial work for Like the Wind magazine and her ongoing exploration of new creative directions.
- Ain’t the new kid on the block: Ozon Studio is a young practice, backed by years of experience
The Brand Identity · May 1, 2024 · Interview
The Brand Identity interviews Ozon Studio founders Tim Tijink and Brent van den Elshout about launching their Amsterdam-based practice in 2024. The duo discuss their shared roots in music and design, their complementary creative approaches, and the philosophy behind their studio’s identity. They emphasize authenticity, collaboration, and cultural context as the foundation of their work.
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The Brand Identity · Jul 7, 2021
Dutch designer Tim Tijink, alongside Brent van den Elshout, created a dynamic, type-led identity for Amsterdam’s Minimal Collective. The design uses an oval grid and Gradient Type’s PolySans to reflect the collective’s multidisciplinary nature, combining music, art, and technology. A muted palette of black, grey, and Tidewater Green complements the brand’s progressive and minimal ethos.
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The Brand Identity · May 21, 2017 · Interview
The Brand Identity interviews Fuzzco co-founder and creative director Helen Rice about the studio’s dual presence in Charleston and Portland, their collaborative culture, and their approach to creating distinct, playful brand experiences. The discussion covers notable projects such as AIR Serenbe, FIG, and Coast Brewing, as well as internal ventures like Serious Buildings and Pretend Store. Rice also shares insights into Fuzzco’s design philosophy, color choices, and evolving service offerings including content creation and photography.
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