Āke Creative is a design studio based in Tasman, Nelson - NZ. I create branding, websites and graphic design for businesses locally and worldwide.
My approach is collaborative, thoughtful, and grounded in experience. With a degree in Design and Marketing, and over 15 years in the industry - I bring both strategy and intuition to every project.
To support my clients fully I work with a bunch of trusted experts in related fields to bring your vision to life.
The goal? Design that doesn’t just look beautiful — but works hard, gets you noticed, gets you leads - and feels right for you.
Nice visuals are just the start.
Based in Tasman, working globally..
MEET THE DESIGNER
KIA ORA, I’M RAWINIA
During the week, you’ll usually find me tucked away in my office cabin working on client projects, drinking coffee listening to some background beats, getting zoom called when I’m looking my worst - I love it.
I studied Design and Marketing at the University of Otago (Dunners yeah!) years ago - and since then have been a life long learner and side hustler, while working within the industry for 15 + years - and then later creating a business for myself - which I feel so lucky to be able to do.
Āke Creative is a studio driven by creativity, which is the reason I started designing in the first place. I thrive on new projects, that buzz of creativity, and the collaborative, rewarding ride of crafting branding, design and websites that truly connect and resonate with your audience.
I grew up in Hokitika — a place that shaped who I am and how I see the world. Creativity’s always been part of me. As a kid, I was constantly drawing – mostly stylish ladies wearing the clothes I wanted (my sister actually became the fashion designer - at Untouched World!! though). We drew while we sat through hours of “church” we grew up as JWs, but that’s another story.
I studied Design and Marketing at Otago University, not fully sure where it would lead really - (the ambiguity of some degrees). A few twists and turns (and one very bad first job in rural Queensland) later, and then some good ones, I’ve found my place – working for myself, doing what I love.
Āke Creative is where I get to combine all the things I’m into – design, psychology, words, problem-solving, people. I help small business owners get clear on their vision, and create branding and design that feels like them – and connects with the people they’re here to serve.
I live with my husband Mike (originally from Switzerland) and our three amazing kids and Wire haired pointer Tui in beautiful Tasman.
Ko Aoraki / Roha Roha te maunga,
Ko Makaawhio te awa / Hokianga te moana.
Ko Aotea te taonga,
Ko Uruao te waka,
Ko Ngati Mahaki te hapū
Ko Poutini Ngai Tahu / Nga Puhi te iwi,
Ko Rawinia toku ingoa.