02.19.2013We’re designers. We find inspiration everywhere. But what really gets us going is being able to share our inspiration and obsessions with each other. Bring what inspires you and join us in the conversation at the AIGA Fueled event on Thursday, March 7th from 6:30-8:30pm. Read about the event and register here.
01.30.2013Tonight we opened our doors to the awesome Mentor Program held by AIGA Chicago. We shared how we got to where we are and gave a peek inside of our process with taking a project from beginning to end. See more photos.
01.28.2013We are officially the new Organizer of the CreativeMornings Chicago chapter. With 40+ cities participating on 6 continents, this monthly event inspires, motivates and entertains creative communities across the globe. Check out CreativeMornings.
01.17.2013The folks at Studio 1 Architects are just as awesome as their work. We updated their brand and gave them a new website that’s responsive, reflective of their style and just fun to look through. Launch the site.
10.13.2012Knoed Creative has a new home away from home. Located on Ravenswood, our new studio is full of character and O P E N space. Take a look.
06.11.2012In celebration of Chicago Design Week, AIGA Chicago asked us to create a short film about who we are, what we do and any advice we have for emerging designers. This is the result.
04.27.2012New season. New products. New look book. Working on the Jayson Home Spring/Summer 2012 issue made us want one of everything. Photography by Nicholas Gourguechon. See the design.
Looking for something fun to do on Thursday, April 12 from 7-8pm? Come on over to the Apple Store Lincoln Park. We’ll be sharing our creative process and lessons learned in our evolution from being employees to freelancers to business owners. It’s free of charge and open to the public.
X-Doria is a new maker of fashion accessories for Apple products. We recently built their brand from the ground up, including the look and feel, logo, extensive packaging system and website. The packaging was recently featured on The Dieline and the website earned Website of the Day in Communication Arts. Check out the design or visit the website.
01.13.2012We were invited to be the first speakers of 2012 at the beloved Creative Mornings in Chicago on 1/27. The event was organized by Mig Reyes and hosted by Chicago Portfolio School. A big thanks to everyone who came out. Check out photos from the event!
12.14.2011Looking for a Black Hole Starter Kit or a bottle of uncertainty? You’re in luck. The Greenwood Space Travel Supply Co. store just launched. See the design or visit the website.
Put on your space suits and grab some freeze dried ice cream. 826 Seattle just launched. See the design.
09.29.2011The website of Chicago interior designer Summer Thornton has a new look. See the design.
A new brand has been developed for Oven, an early-stage investment company for tech startups. See the design.
08.22.2011We had such a great experience working with the team at Jayson Home and Andy Barnes on the Jayson Home Fall 2011 catalog. Fresh off the press, check out the new look. See the design.
01.25.2011Smashing Magazine recently included our website design for Chicago L Shirts and RFRM in their Showcase of Beautiful (or Creative) E-Commerce Websites. We’re flattered!
09.24.2010It’s been exciting and delicious working with Vosges on their new line of baking mixes, holiday packaging, holiday chocolate molds, and much more. These new designs are the result of a lot of hard work and an incredible team. Read the review on The Dieline or see the designs.
09.07.2010Recently designed, this foldout pocket folder for The Korte Company received a nice write up on FPO. See the design.
A new brand has been developed for Merchant, Madison’s first craft cocktail bar. Scheduled to open in the Fall of 2010, Merchant serves quality food in a rustic, relaxed setting. See the design.
07.08.2010A new brand, identity and website was created for RFRM Jewelry, one of Kim’s side projects. RFRM (pronounced Reform) is vintage inspired jewelry with a modern approach. See the new designs or visit the website.
05.10.2010We love chocolate. We love working with chocolatiers even more. Welcome the newest addition to our portfolio of clients, Vosges Haut-Chocolat. Based in Chicago, Vosges travels the world through chocolate and brings awareness to cultures through the exploration of spices, flowers, nuts and the obscure.
12.11.2009The Korte Company’s 50th anniversary book received a great review for its design on FPO. Read the review here.
The IdeaPaint packaging just received really nice reviews on The Dieline and Lovely Package, two of the leading online resources for package design inspiration.
07.27.2009Kim’s previous work with the IdeaPaint website has gained recognition on Site Inspire, Minimal Sites and Smashing Magazine for its design. Visit the site.