An interesting read
For next level design inspiration, insights, advice and #TeamLaunch news, check out the articles written by the team below.
“I need a social presence”
Social media , you know you need it, but you never get around to it. This article explores two practical ways to build a stronger social presence without it becoming another full-time job.
Welcoming Darren and Chris to Launch Studio
Launch Studio continues its growth with two new additions to the team, strengthening client services and senior design support as the studio expands its commercially-led creative offering.
“I need a website”
A website can be anything from a simple enquiry tool through to a fully functional ecommerce platform. This article explains how to work out what level of website you really need, what platform makes sense and how the process comes together.
Launch Studio shortlisted for two UK Company Culture Awards
Launch Studio has been shortlisted for two UK Company Culture Awards, with Charlotte Honey recognised in the Leadership category and the studio named a finalist for Best Team Culture. The nominations reflect progress in strengthening internal processes, supporting a positive team environment and improving how Launch delivers work across brand, sales and marketing clients.
“I need a logo”
Thinking “I need a logo” is a normal step when starting or growing a business. This article explains what a logo needs to support, how recognition develops, and why consistent presentation across websites, documents and materials helps businesses appear credible, professional and ready for the next stage.
Managing brand materials from design to delivery
Our Brand Materials offer grew from client demand for support beyond design, ensuring uniforms, print and branded collateral are produced in a way that reflects the brand. By managing sourcing, production and delivery in one place, we reduce supplier juggling, improve consistency and make brand implementation easier.
The perfect fix for the one-person marketing function in 2026
In many growing businesses, brand and marketing still sits with just one capable person. Over time that role can quickly expand beyond what is realistic. This article explores why the one-person model struggles in 2026 and how retained support adds depth and capacity without the overheads of another in-house hire.
Levelling up lead magnets with Launch
Most lead magnets give you an email address. The best ones give you context, clarity, and a head start before the first call even happens. Here’s how interactive lead magnets quietly qualify intent in the background while you focus on the conversations that matter.
Why are Launch at ISE this year?
We explain why ISE makes sense for a commercial-first creative studio like ours, how our work already shows up on the technology being exhibited, and why brand and sales enablement are becoming more important in long technical buying cycles.
Brand work sits in more places than you think
Brand work touches far more of a business than most people realise. Our B.R.A.N.D framework shows all the areas it makes a positive impact, may be undervalued, and how Team Launch supports internal teams maximise it without adding headcount.
Wrapping up our 12 Steps to brand clarity
Before you set next year’s goals, make sure your brand’s fit to carry them. This quick fire guide brings together 12 clarity checks, and a little helping hand to make sure you are on track.
Launch Studio wins the biz4Biz Judges Award 2025
Launch Studio has been awarded the biz4Biz Judges Award 2025, recognising the clarity and care behind the way we support clients with their brand and design decisions. This recognition comes at an exciting point for our team as we continue to grow and support organisations across Hertfordshire.
Unwrap brand clarity: The hidden advantage behind every strong brand
Before the big goals and bold plans, stop to ask is your brand clear enough to carry them? Brand clarity isn’t a marketing nice-to-have, it’s what makes everything else work. This post unpacks why clarity is the hidden edge behind every strong brand and how to find out if yours has it.
Sweet deals, sour results: The truth about design shortcuts
Design shortcuts can seem like a treat, but they usually backfire. This Halloween, Launch Studio lifts the mask on the most common traps and how to avoid them.
A bold new look for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025
As the Women’s World Rugby World Cup 2025 comes to an end (with a fantastic result for the girls!) we reflect on the bold new visual identity that carried the team throughout the tournament.
When did banks become cool?
For a long time banks carried a reputation for being traditional, predictable and, let’s be honest, dull! Then something changed. Banks got a serious glow-up!
5 reasons why we love Squarespace
Squarespace may not dominate the market like WordPress does, but what it lacks in hype, it makes up for in smart design! Its intuitive interface streamlines workflow and helps us build with clarity and consistency.
Advice on bold, strategic and creative thinking from Lucie, our Creative Director
After 14+ years working in the industry, Lucie has ridden her fair share of ups and downs. Here she shares her top ten pieces of advice, whether you’re working in an agency, in-house or freelancing.
How it works at Launch
Whilst every client is so different, (in their industry, their size, ways of working – the lot!), it is important that they all get a consistently high quality experience when working with us.
Hats off to M&S
At Launch, we’ve long been fans of M&S and their commitment to innovation. And just when we thought we couldn’t admire them more, they unveil a new cereal packaging design that’s smart, minimal, and sets a fresh standard in brand design.