SUMWEN © Creative Studio
Est. 2019
Design that
doesn’t blend
in.
An independent creative studio for brands, websites, print and small-run merch, thoughtfully made with personality, not pulled from a template.
Based in Dorset / Works EverywhereDIGITAL EXPERIENCES
WE BUILD WEB,
APPS & GAMES.
Go on, drag them about or double click to explode!Drag them about if you like
Small studio.
Big ideas.
I’m Chris. SUMWEN Studio is my independent creative studio, and I work with businesses, brands and people to create better design, clearer ideas and stronger digital experiences.
You deal directly with me from start to finish. I handle the ideas, the design and the work itself, keeping the whole process simple and straightforward. It means quicker decisions, better communication and work that actually feels like you, not something pulled from a template and given a new colour.
- Direct communication
- Personal service
- No agency layers
- Thoughtful design
- Flexible projects
- Modern technology
- Attention to detail
Selected work
A selection of recent projects: thoughtful ideas, considered design and work made with purpose.
Six things, done properly.
Most projects use two or three of these together. Nothing here is a package you have to squeeze into.
Independent by design.
I’m Chris, one designer, one studio, with a hands-on approach to every project that comes through the door.
SUMWEN Studio is just me. From the first conversation to the final handover, you work directly with me, the person actually designing and building your project, not someone passing your ideas down the line.
Direct contact
You speak directly with me, the person actually designing your project. No account manager relaying messages.
Flexible
No unnecessary agency layers or complicated processes. We agree what is needed and get on with it.
Personal
Every project gets my full attention. I take on a small number at a time, deliberately.
Modern
Current design, development and AI tools used intelligently, never as a substitute for thinking.
Built properly
Responsive design, accessibility, privacy and performance are considered from the first sketch.
A process that keeps things nice and simple.
- 01
Discover
A proper conversation about the business, the people it serves and what is not working.
- 02
Define
Scope, structure and priorities agreed in writing, so nobody is guessing later.
- 03
Design
Type, layout and imagery explored until the thing feels right, shared early and often.
- 04
Build
Clean, fast, accessible build. Tested on real devices, not just a wide desktop screen.
- 05
Refine
Your feedback, the small details, performance passes and the last five per cent.
- 06
Launch
Careful launch, a short handover, and support afterwards if you want it.
What clients say.
“Chris has completely changed how we present ourselves online. He understands what we’re trying to achieve, comes back with ideas we wouldn’t have thought of ourselves and somehow makes everything feel simple. From our website and student platform to branding and content, he’s become someone we can genuinely rely on.”
“SUMWEN took Haunted from an idea into a brand and platform that actually feels like us. Chris handled everything from the identity and website through to the app, graphics and ongoing creative work. What stands out most is that he doesn’t just make things look good, he thinks about how they’ll actually work and how people will use them.”
“We came to Chris with the beginnings of an idea and he helped turn it into something that already feels like a real event brand. The branding, website and launch content have given The Paranormal Festival its own identity from day one. He’s quick, full of ideas and genuinely gets excited about helping you build something.”
Notes from the studio.
Got something in mind?
Tell me a little about what you have in mind. No lengthy forms or endless questions, just enough to get the conversation started.