Creative Boom’s 2025 roundup highlights 25 studios shaping the global design landscape. From Porto Rocha’s socially conscious branding to DixonBaxi’s strategic systems and Hey Studio’s joyful minimalism, the list celebrates studios that combine creativity with purpose. The article underscores a shift toward collaboration, diversity, and design leadership across continents.
Creative Boom profiles Crown Creative, a Belfast-born, New York-based studio known for its storytelling-driven hospitality branding. Founder Ryan Crown and his team discuss their evolution, philosophy, and major projects including The Dead Rabbit, Le Méridien, and Birch Cabins. The article highlights their strategy-first approach, global reach, and commitment to experience-led design.
The Brand Identity interviews Crown Creative’s Creative Director Ryan Crown about the studio’s multidisciplinary approach to hospitality design. Based in Belfast, London, and New York, the studio combines strategy, branding, and interiors for clients like The Dead Rabbit, Hilton, and St. Regis. Crown discusses the importance of guest experience, collaboration, and storytelling in creating immersive hospitality brands.
The Brand Identity interviews Sonya Dyakova, founder of Atelier Dyakova, about the studio’s approach to brand building and design. Based in Deptford, London, the small team works across branding, publications, and exhibitions for cultural and fashion clients. Dyakova discusses the importance of trustful client relationships, bespoke typography, and tactile materials in their creative process.
The Brand Identity interviews Greek art director Nikos Georgópoulos about launching his new creative agency, Marlon Tate. He discusses balancing his role as Head of Graphics at Pollard Thomas Edwards with leading the new studio, its storytelling-driven approach, and early projects for clients in architecture and urban development. The conversation explores his transition from solo designer to agency founder and his vision for Marlon Tate’s future.
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