Step 1 - Meeting the client

Firstly we meet with the client and find out what they are trying to market, to whom and for what purpose. The client may already have a very clear idea of what they need, which could be a one off gift for a Christmas hamper, to wanting to develop a range of products for the opening of a new hotel. We discuss product ideas, ranges and what would work best considering their budget.

Step 2 - Uncovering details and finding inspiration

If possible, Philly Studio will take a visit to the building with our camera to capture any relevant detailing, motifs, architectural features that we could use within the the design. This could be anything from floor tiles, ironwork or even the shape of a certain doorway… One property developer we worked with had made pain staking efforts to create arched doorways to run throughout the scheme of his building. We therefore worked on this arch shape to represent the design of the leather keyring we produced to give to all his new purchasers.

FLOOR PATTERNS TILE DESIGNS IRONWORK WINDOW DESIGN

Step 3 - Back to the studio

It is then back to the studio to start working on the designs for the products. Taking details that can be used for motifs, creating prints for embossing onto leather, or patterns to be lasered out of various materials. It is where the creativity happens and where the ideas start to transform into tangible products…

Step 4 - The workshop

Once the final designs have been agreed with the client, we then work with relevant workshops to start the manufacturing process. Always working with skilled artisans who specialise in their field, they then transform our ideas and sketches into beautiful & authentic products.

Step 5 - The product

And there we have it…With a little bit of thought and creative planning, we can produce authentic articles that represent a brands ethos and products that their customers will enjoy and want to hold onto.