ABOUT
Bringing Brands to Life with Purpose & Passion
At Designer Studios, we don’t just design—we craft identities that empower ambitious businesses. Founded by Caitlin Barton in 2020, our multi-disciplinary design studio specialises in branding, website design, graphic design, and content creation. We exist to help small business owners stand out with confidence, ensuring they connect authentically with their audience through stunning, strategic design.
As a female-led business, we take pride in thoughtful collaboration, ensuring every project is built on strategy, innovation, and purpose. We don’t believe in cookie-cutter designs—we believe in crafting brands that feel uniquely yours.
Our Story.
From Passion to Purpose.
Design has always been at the heart of what I do. From creating band posters and wedding stationery to working in fashion and apparel design, I’ve spent over 15 years refining my craft. But in 2020, after the birth of my twins, I took the leap and launched Designer Studios—a space where creativity, strategy, and ambition collide.
With a passion for building brands that stand the test of time, I’ve had the privilege of working with businesses across industries, helping them gain clarity and confidence through high-impact branding and web design.
Today, Designer Studios is more than a design studio—it’s a space where entrepreneurs and small business owners turn ideas into powerful, visual identities.
Our Values.
The Heart of Designer Studios.
✨ Ambition with Purpose
We believe in big dreams and bold ideas—but every design decision is rooted in strategy. We don’t just create; we craft brands that work hard for your business.
✨Thoughtful Collaboration
We thrive on collaboration. Working with us means having a creative partner who listens, understands, and brings your vision to life in a way that feels authentic to you.
✨ Strategic Design
A brand is more than a logo. Every element—from colour palettes to typography—is intentionally designed to create a lasting impact.
✨ Passionate Innovation
We don’t do “one-size-fits-all.” We push boundaries, explore new ideas, and design with innovation at the forefront.
🌟 We blend strategy with creativity – ensuring your brand not only looks great but also connects and converts.
🌟 We take a personalised, collaborative approach – getting to know you and your business so your brand feels like you.
🌟 We’ve worked across industries – from fashion to corporate, lifestyle to creative businesses.
🌟 We keep things stress-free and fun – because branding should be an exciting journey, not overwhelming.
If you’re looking for a team that truly cares about your brand’s success, you’re in the right place.
Why work with Us?
What’s Next? Let’s Create Something Extraordinary.
Whether you’re launching a new business, rebranding, or in need of a website that actually works for you, we’re here to help.
✨ Get in touch – let’s chat about how we can bring your vision to life.
✨ Explore our work – see the brands we’ve helped transform.
✨Follow us on Instagram – for daily design inspiration & business tips.
Let’s make magic together. ✨
Caitlin Barton
Hey! I’m Caitlin, the founder and lead designer of Designer Studios.
Never without a mile-long to-do list filled with passion projects, client deadlines, and family groceries, I thrive on creativity and organisation.
Design has been in my DNA from the very beginning. After studying Design at AUT, I was always juggling a side hustle—whether it was crafting logos for friends, designing album covers and posters for bands, or creating invitations and wedding stationery. Over the past 15 years, I’ve been fortunate to work across multiple industries as a graphic designer, with the fashion and apparel world being one of my favourites.
Family means everything to me. With a husband and three beautiful boys, life is wonderfully chaotic. After the birth of our twins, returning to a traditional 9–5 wasn’t the right fit, so in 2020, Designer Studios was born. This business has given me the freedom to blend my creative passion with my family life—designing brands that empower ambitious businesses to stand out.
I’m a designer, a mother, and a creative at heart, doing what I was always meant to do—crafting custom brands that bring dreams to life.
