The article profiles Hondo, a design studio founded by María Vioque and Fran Mendez, based between Palma de Mallorca and London. It explores their collaborative philosophy and highlights their brand identity project for Italian furniture company Castil, featuring a bespoke typeface and design system inspired by industrial materials. The piece emphasizes Hondo’s focus on cultural work, community, and experimentation across analogue and digital mediums.
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.
