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SXSW 2025: 10 Themes Shaping the Future 🚀 Last week, we were in Austin for SXSW 2025. From all the incredible talks and mind-blowing innovations, one thing was clear: the future of brands is being shaped at the intersection of technology, culture and innovation. From loyalty programs as the new asset class to AI-powered biology, the possibilities are endless. We've distilled the key takeaways from SXSW, including how gaming is now more than just play, the rise of Web3 in luxury, and how AI will transform UX into a seamless experience. Check out the full breakdown of these trends and how they’ll impact the brands of tomorrow: https://lnkd.in/dh7uNyc2 #SXSW2025 #Innovation #FutureOfBrands #Brands #DesignStudio

The best digital experiences make people feel something. For luxury hospitality brand, The Other House, we created an app that enables guests to live like a resident. From unlocking doors to reserving tables, ordering food, adjusting lighting and discovering the best of the city in which they’re staying; all can be done seamlessly from their phone. The experience was designed to be about more than just convenience, it was about making every guest feel at home. Find out more about our approach to creating distinctive digital experiences for brands like The Other House, here:https://lnkd.in/ey6hnNpF #DigitalExperience #DigitalDesign #BrandDesign #UXDesign #HospitalityBrand

A massive shoutout to our Creative Director, Julien for an incredible 5 years at DesignStudio! Julien's leadership and creativity has shaped some of our best known work and enduring client relationships with brands including Eurostar, TUI and Remote. His passion and vision make DS a better place every day. So thank you, Julien Queyrane, we're so grateful to have you on the team 🥂 #Fiveyears #workanniversary #designstudio #branding #design

We're on the hunt for a Senior Strategist to join our team in London. Strategy sits at the heart of our work. In this role, you will be responsible for leading strategy across branding projects; uncovering insights, shaping the narrative and unlocking the creative potential of our projects. If this sounds like you, then please check out the full job description and apply at the link below: https://lnkd.in/e6E4DpgU #joinus #hiring #strategist #london #strategyjobs

It’s been a great first few days at SXSW. We've been soaking up the energy, meeting brilliant minds and seeing key themes emerge across brands, innovation, sport, tech and gaming. A few big ones catching our attention: 🔥 The blending of physical and digital experiences in sport & entertainment 🚀 Brands leaning into fandom and community-led growth 🎮 Gaming continuing to shape culture far beyond the screen Thanks John Maeda, Joe Cannon, Scott Dickens, OLY, Maureen C. Coiro, Steve Beckett, Kara Swisher, Scott Galloway, Lauren Nathan LaRusso, Kely Nascimento, Meg Kane, Gordan Djogasevic, Kelly Molnar, Julia Jenkins Melle, Glenda Garcia, Amy Webb, Spencer Burnham, Rich Calacci, Kelly Eggers Biderman, Jelena Zec, Adam Morvitz, Brian Kelly. We can't wait to share our take on what the innovations we're seeing will mean for brands and marketers. In the meantime, we’re in Austin for a couple more days. If you're also in town, we'd love to connect! Drop us a message 👋 #SXSW #BrandDesign #Innovation #Gaming #SportsBusiness

For many modern brands, their digital experience isn’t just a part of their brand, it is their brand. This shift isn’t limited to digital-native businesses; even traditional brands that once thrived in a bricks-and-mortar world are now navigating a product-led digital future. Check out our latest collection on Distinctive Digital Experiences to see how we have created emotive digital experiences for brands such as TUI, The Other House and DNEG. https://lnkd.in/ey6hnNpF #Digital #digitalbrands #brand #branding #technology

RnD for our latest rebrand for DNEG DNEG team: Tony Bradley Caroline Bisson-Salama Daniela Reyes García DesignStudio team: Elise Santangelo-Rous Lorenzo Di Cola Bianca K. Adam Witton Lexie Vryoni Roshan Kumar Madison Shackell-York Bahar Shahidi Dominique Lecchi Charlotte Golzari Ho Jing Pang Kirsty Deacon Hayden Shields Connor Bannister Jonathan Reed Sound by father #DNEG #RnD #BTS #motion #VFX

We’re excited to share a sneak peek of our recent work with Ubisoft for Rainbow Six, launched earlier this week at the Six Invitational Grand Final. Having partnered with Ubisoft on the identity for the R6 franchise, we’re proud to share this explosive teaser which includes the branding work for Siege X, celebrating its tenth anniversary and a new dawn for the game. This is just the beginning. Tune in to the R6 Siege X showcase in Atlanta on March 13th where more will be revealed. Reload and get ready! https://lnkd.in/equ6Ti4J #rainbowsix #rainbowsixsiege #videogames #gamingbrand #designstudio

Last week, our Principal, Alex K. Johns joined some of the good people at Google in London for a workshop and fireside chat sharing his branding expertise. Congratulations to Maggie Samways and Constanze Kolbe, Ph.D. for organising a brilliant event. It was a pleasure to be involved. #designstudio #branding #brand #Google #inspirationworkshop

✨ JOIN US ✨ DesignStudio is on the lookout for a Design Director to join our London team. Lead, collaborate and elevate creative projects that set the bar for design excellence. If you’re a natural leader with a passion for strategy and have a track record of guiding top-tier design teams, we'd love to hear from you. We've got big ambitions and it's a super exciting time to be joining us. Apply now: https://lnkd.in/eXNFKyHQ #london #designstudio #hiring #creativeleadership #creativejobs #designdirector