Business Details
Creative Graphic Design Solutions
Established by two industry veterans with 56 years of combined experience, we specialise in delivering tailored graphic design solutions that prioritise client needs. Our approach combines creative flair with strategic thinking, ensuring every project aligns with your business objectives. We work closely with clients to develop bespoke branding, marketing materials, and digital assets that stand out in competitive markets. With a focus on simplicity and clarity, our designs effectively communicate your message while maintaining visual appeal. Our process involves thorough research, collaborative concept development, and meticulous attention to detail throughout production. Clients benefit from transparent pricing structures and flexible budgeting options that accommodate projects of all sizes. Sustainability is integral to our practice, with eco-friendly materials and processes incorporated wherever possible. Our portfolio spans diverse sectors, demonstrating our adaptability and commitment to meeting unique client requirements. We maintain open communication channels throughout every project phase, ensuring client input shapes the final outcome. This client-centric methodology has fostered long-term relationships with businesses across various industries.
Services
Logo Design
Web Development
Brand Identity
Print Materials
Packaging Design
Marketing Collateral
Corporate Stationery
Exhibition Displays
Photography
Digital Illustration
Served areas
- York, Harrogate, Leeds, UK
Highlights and features
- 56 years combined experience in print and design industries
- Bespoke solutions tailored to individual client requirements
- Client-focused approach with collaborative design process
- Eco-friendly materials and sustainable production methods
- Transparent pricing with flexible budget options
What people say
Excellent work
Professional approach
Creative solutions
Prompt delivery
Client-focused service
Services
Logo Design
Our logo design service creates distinctive visual identities that encapsulate your brand values. We develop multiple concepts before refining the chosen design through iterative feedback. Each logo is crafted to ensure versatility across different media formats while maintaining visual impact.
Web Development
We create responsive websites that adapt seamlessly across devices while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Our process includes strategic layout planning, user experience optimisation, and integration of search engine friendly coding practices. Each site is tested across multiple platforms to ensure consistent performance.
Print Materials
From business cards to comprehensive brochures, we produce high-quality printed materials that maintain brand consistency. Our service includes paper selection, print specification preparation, and quality control during production. All materials are designed to maximise visual impact while conveying essential business information.
Brand Development
We develop comprehensive brand systems that establish market presence. This includes creating style guides, colour palettes, typography systems, and application guidelines. Our approach ensures consistent brand representation across all touchpoints while allowing flexibility for future adaptations.
Packaging Design
Our packaging solutions combine functionality with visual appeal to create memorable unboxing experiences. We consider material selection, structural design, and print specifications to produce packaging that protects products while reinforcing brand identity through tactile and visual elements.
People
Richard
Creative Director
With extensive experience in graphic design and internet marketing, Richard leads creative strategy. He specialises in transforming business requirements into effective visual solutions through innovative design approaches and client collaboration.
Steven
Creative Director
A multi-talented designer with background in music and visual arts, Steven brings creative flair to projects. He focuses on understanding client needs to develop design solutions that balance aesthetics with functional business requirements.
Questions
What design services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive graphic design services including branding, web development, print materials, packaging design, and marketing collateral tailored to business requirements.
How does your design process work?
Our five-stage process includes research, concept development, detailed design, implementation, and production oversight, with client input at every stage to ensure satisfaction.
Do you work with businesses outside your local area?
Yes, we collaborate with clients nationwide through digital communication tools while maintaining the same high standards of service and attention to detail.
Are eco-friendly materials used in your designs?
We actively incorporate sustainable materials and production methods whenever possible to reduce environmental impact without compromising design quality.
How do you handle project timelines?
We establish clear timelines at project initiation and maintain regular communication to ensure timely delivery while allowing flexibility for necessary revisions.
Reviews (9)
Anna-Louise Haigh
Mar 03, 2020
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Returning to the creative services of Richard Kestell after he designed my original logo over 10 years ago was one of the wisest decisions so far this year. In preparation to launch a new major project, I had a concept which he delivered with care, attention to detail and skill. One of the things I really like about how he works is that he listened to my ideas, aims, goals and whole concept while taking notes before starting to make suggestions. After a few revisions and minor tweaks, I am beyond delighted with the outcome.....so thank you Rich....I am sure it won't be so long before I am contacting you again.
Thomas Henley
Nov 01, 2019
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Richard is an absolute pleasure to work with, incredibly talented and patient! He has designed me a Facebook/YouTube banner, a logo mascot, a profile picture... and has even offered to help me print t shirts with a company he knows! All the images were self drawn and scalable to ANY size due to their image quality
If I could give 10 stars I would, definitely the man to work with if you need some graphic design or logo work done! Extremely friendly and professional
If I could give 10 stars I would, definitely the man to work with if you need some graphic design or logo work done! Extremely friendly and professional
Trevor Rand
Feb 01, 2019
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Would highly recommend Richard
It's the second time we have used him
He is very creative and patient and gets you exactly what you require
Top quality work at a very reasonable price
It's the second time we have used him
He is very creative and patient and gets you exactly what you require
Top quality work at a very reasonable price
Neil Morris
Mar 10, 2015
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My band has used big smile twice now and both times big smile worked with us really closely so we could get the exact design we were looking for.....highly recommend them!
Tom Pearcy - Managing Director at York Maze
York maze has worked with big smile design since we opened 10 years ago. They have helped our business grow over that time by creating great design and artwork, including logos, leaflets, website, posters and signs. All this design work has given York maze a smart professional look in a competitive market place, that has allowed us grow rapidly as a visitor attraction. The team at big smile are always happy to help, and a pleasure to work with!!
Sharon Garrawell - Leeds Federated Housing
BSD took what brand and info we already had and developed it into a brilliant suite of literature for us, from individual leaflets to a Tenant Handbook and all sorts of forms. They worked very closely with us and our tenants on two monthly publications, to produce an eye catching and interesting read for our tenants and employees.
Andrew Norton - Nortons Heating
We had an idea what we wanted for our business but required a company who could come up with a new and fresh logo and that's exactly what Big Smile Design did for us. Since then they have gone on to organising all our stationery needs and I feel re-assured that I can phone any time and they will always be there for me. A big thanks to Steve.
Phil Nixon
Big Smile Design has helped Bass Gear Limited with its branding designs, commencing some five years ago; and the fact that the original imagery still looks fresh today shows a quality that simply doesn't grow on trees. With Richard you get enthusiasm, a listening ear and creative idiosyncrasies that stand out refreshingly from the crowd.
Chris Jones
I was introduced to Big Smile Design by a professional colleague who spoke very highly of them. From the very start I was not disappointed about getting in touch. The communication and professionalism throughout has been superb. The initial designs were of high quality and lived up to what we wanted as a company as were the completed logos.
Richard was always available to us and made any changes we requested no matter how trivial.
I would highly recommend that anyone looking for branding or any designs that need a professional look to get in touch with Big Smile Design. We will be making the company our go to designer for any further work we require.
Richard was always available to us and made any changes we requested no matter how trivial.
I would highly recommend that anyone looking for branding or any designs that need a professional look to get in touch with Big Smile Design. We will be making the company our go to designer for any further work we require.